Book Description
As cytopathology knowledge has grown more expansive, so have cytopathology reference texts. Practical Principles Of Cytopathology breaks the trend by providing all the diagnostic information every pathologist needs for everyday consultation, in one easy-to-carry volume. Already famous for his precise, yet uncomplicated style, Dr DeMay continues the standard of excellence he established in The Art and Science of Cytopathology in this completely functional and easy-to-use reference. Practical Principles of Cytopathology addresses all major organ systems in twenty information-packed chapters. More than 1,200 beautifully reproduced color images provide visual demonstration within one page of the text they illustrate. It presents clinical correlation and practical, vital information that bridges the gap between practice areas. And it does it in a volume that is a mere 2 kilograms - making it the most comprehensive, up-to-date reference that can be carried anywhere. Practical Principles of Cytopathology is more than a repository of facts. It offers practical information, useful instruction, and valuable advise that every cytopathologist can use everyday. Cytopathologists, surgical pathologists, cytotechnologists, obstetricians, gynecologists, and surgeons seeking immediate consultation will all rely on Practical Principles of Cytopathology as their at-hand diagnostic tool. No cytology laboratory, surgical center, or medical library is complete without Practical Principles of Cytopathology.

ANNOTATION

The book contains color illustrations.

FROM THE CRITICS

Larry J. Fowler

This handy reference is adapted and updated, but markedly condensed, from the giant two-volume The Art and Science of Cytopathology by the same author. The synaptic atlases and references are not included, but much like the larger compendium this text is beautifully and brilliantly laid out. The purpose, as described in the cleverly written preface, is to have a handy, portable, quick guide to cytopathology differential diagnosis -- a reference that one could easily carry to the scope or use for quick study by pathology residents and cytotechnology students (supposedly while on a plane, train, or bus to the board exams). The objectives as cited have been met and surpassed, and this condensation is a more affordable text for students and general pathologist as well. The audience includes pathology residents, cytotechnologists, and non-cytology pathologists though it can be a welcome portable addition to any cytopathologist's library (including my own). The author is a proven excellent writer and teacher of cytopathology. He adds to his many previous successes with this current text. Both exfoliative and fine needle aspiration areas of cytopathology are included, structured by organ systems. Clear illustrative photos are aligned at the edge of the page for rapid identification of the points illustrated in the concise and informative text. The text is uncluttered by unyielding references, and this allows for easy reading (for readers who then wish to research references, there is a companion chapter in the large volume edition). This book is clearly up-to-date -- the urothelial section includes the latest revised histological classification scheme. Rare important tablessuch as Bethesda classification remain in this text. My only criticism is of the illustrations and discussion of Barrett's metaplasia of the esophagus. Though some Gl pathologists still dissent, there is a general feeling that only intestinal metaplaisa has the most clinical importance for identification. I would prefer that photos i4.17 and i4.18 show good goblet cells. Additionally, some would take issue with the sentence "In essence, the cytologic diagnosis of Barrett esophagus consists of identifying glandular ceils in an esophageal specimen." This may only represent gastric sampling. This is a "must have" text for any laboratory that performs cytology, especially for those general pathologists who may only do non-gynecologic cytology. My residents and fellows have all greeted this text with great enthusiasm. In photo quality, completeness, timeliness, ease of layout, and compactness this book far surpasses of anything else on the market. Kudos to another quality product of the ASCP Press and Dr. DeMay.

Doody Review Services

Reviewer: Larry J. Fowler, MD (University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio)Description: This handy reference is adapted and updated, but markedly condensed, from the giant two-volume The Art and Science of Cytopathology by the same author. The synaptic atlases and references are not included, but much like the larger compendium this text is beautifully and brilliantly laid out. Purpose: The purpose, as described in the cleverly written preface, is to have a handy, portable, quick guide to cytopathology differential diagnosis:a reference that one could easily carry to the scope or use for quick study by pathology residents and cytotechnology students (supposedly while on a plane, train, or bus to the board exams). The objectives as cited have been met and surpassed, and this condensation is a more affordable text for students and general pathologist as well. Audience: The audience includes pathology residents, cytotechnologists, and non-cytology pathologists though it can be a welcome portable addition to any cytopathologist's library (including my own). The author is a proven excellent writer and teacher of cytopathology. He adds to his many previous successes with this current text. Features: Both exfoliative and fine needle aspiration areas of cytopathology are included, structured by organ systems. Clear illustrative photos are aligned at the edge of the page for rapid identification of the points illustrated in the concise and informative text. The text is uncluttered by unyielding references, and this allows for easy reading (for readers who then wish to research references, there is a companion chapter in the large volume edition). This book is clearly up-to-date:the urothelial section includes the latest revised histological classification scheme. Rare important tables such as Bethesda classification remain in this text. My only criticism is of the illustrations and discussion of Barrett's metaplasia of the esophagus. Though some Gl pathologists still dissent, there is a general feeling that only intestinal metaplaisa has the most clinical importance for identification. I would prefer that photos i4.17 and i4.18 show good goblet cells. Additionally, some would take issue with the sentence "In essence, the cytologic diagnosis of Barrett esophagus consists of identifying glandular ceils in an esophageal specimen." This may only represent gastric sampling. Assessment: This is a "must have" text for any laboratory that performs cytology, especially for those general pathologists who may only do non-gynecologic cytology. My residents and fellows have all greeted this text with great enthusiasm. In photo quality, completeness, timeliness, ease of layout, and compactness this book far surpasses of anything else on the market. Kudos to another quality product of the ASCP Press and Dr. DeMay.

RATING

5 Stars! from Doody

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