Overview

This book fills the gap in understanding of pathology of the female genital tract that is often understated during training. Normal histology and pathology of abnormal conditions are covered for the lower and upper genital tract, in a concise manner with over 200 color illustrations. Topics include this covers inflammatory diseases, iatrogenic conditions, changes associated with menopause, and benign and malignant neoplasms. This text also address adjunctive testing such as molecular diagnostics and immunohistochemistry staining. The text is concise and practical with a liberal use of bullet points, and it includes clinicopathologic correlations. Breakout tables in each chapter cover information the clinician should provide the pathologist to get the most useful report, as well as pathology issues and challenges that may result in a report less specific than the clinician is expecting. Written by board certified experts, this book is the ultimate resource for gynecological pathologists, obstetrics, OB/GYN physicians, and gynecology practitioners.

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Author:   Debra S. Heller
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Imprint:   Springer International Publishing AG
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.60cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   5.817kg
ISBN:  

9783319154213

ISBN 10:   3319154214
Pages:   254
Publication Date:   22 April 2015
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Language:   English

Table of Contents

Foreword Preface Chapter 1: Getting the Best Answer: Specimen Handling and a Quick Review of the Workings of the  Pathology Laboratory Chapter 2: Normal Histology of the Female Genital Tract Chapter 3: Diseases of the Vulva and Anal Neoplasia Chapter 4: Diseases of the Vagina and Urethra Chapter 5: Diseases of the Cervix Chapter 6: Diseases of the Endometrium Chapter 7: Diseases of the Myometrium Chapter 8: Diseases of the Fallopian tube Chapter 9: Diseases of the Ovary Chapter 10: Diseases of the Broad Ligaments and Peritoneum Chapter 11: Pathology of the Female Genital Tract related to Pregnancy   Chapter 12: Pathology of the Placenta Chapter 13: Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia Chapter 14: Gynecologic Cytology

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Debra S. Heller, MD Professor of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, & of Obstetrics, Gynecology, & Women’s Health, Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School 185 South Orange Ave Newark, NJ 07103

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