Diagnosis of Endometrial Biopsies and Curettings 3e

The 3rd edition of this text entails a comprehensive review of
endometrial pathophysiology, including the recognition of physiologic
conditions (i.e. normal phases and pregnancy), as well as the accurate
interpretation of pathologic entities (i.e. polyps, endometritis,
gestational trophoblastic diseases, endometrial hyperplasia, carcinoma,
etc).  The book will maintain a compact size with numerous illustrations
and tables. Although, in its essence, the table of contents remains
unaltered from the previous edition, we intend to incorporate
significant updates related to the expansion of our knowledge of old and
newer entities, use of immunohistochemical and molecular ancillary
techniques to assist in the correct diagnosis, as well as two new
chapters - one with recommendations/suggestions of appropriate
terminology for a pathology report (sign out templates) and another one
focusing on specific pitfalls/mimickers/confounding factors in the
diagnosis of endometrial samples (surface metaplasias, cytoplasmic
changes, endocervical contaminants). The complicated subject of
hyperplasia and cancer precursors will include expanded commentary on
the application of endometrial intraepithelial neoplasia (EIN) and how
it relates to the traditional classification of endometrial hyperplasia.
 Additionally, a substantial number of new, all color images, some of
which will be available in electronic format, will aid readers to fully
understand and confidently classify such complex specimens.  

This
text will continue to serve as a useful resource not only for
pathologists in training and practicing pathologists, but also to
experienced physicians, other health care providers and researchers
dealing with, and interested in endometrial pathology. At the end of
each chapter, a comprehensive summary - tables with key diagnostic
bullets - will provide an additional tool for the readers interested in a
quick review of the chapter’s information. This text will remain
concise yet a comprehensive reference that will help pathologists use
the most updated terminology, recognize potential pitfalls in the
diagnosis of endometrial biopsies/curettages, as well as apply the most
current tools in immunohistochemistry and molecular ancillary techniques
available in the field at the moment.

\"...extremely
useful for the practicing pathologist because it outlines criteria for
diagnosis, helps in solving diagnostic dilemmas, and clarifies
controversial issues.\" Modern Patholog