Gynecological and Breast Cytopathology Board Review and Self-Assessment

Walid E. Khalbuss, MD, PhD, FIACUniversity of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA, USAMarilee Means, PhD, SCT(ASCP)University of Kansas Medical Center, School of Health Professions, Kansas City, KS, USA

• The Pap Test: Technique and Reporting.- Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Infection and Cervical Lesions.- Normal, Infectious, and Reactive Changes in the Pap Test.- Squamous Lesions in the Pap Test.- Glandular Lesions in the Pap Test.- Hyperchromatic Crowded Groups (HCG) in the Pap Test.- Challenging and Uncommon Lesions in the Pap Test.- Management Issues and Quality Assurance (QA) in the Pap Test.- Pelvic Washings for Gynecological Lesions.- Breast FNA: Cytomorphology and  Diagnostic Pitfalls.

From the reviews: "The aim is to provide in-depth information about gynecological and breast cytopathology, ancillary testing, management, legal, and quality assurance related topics. ... It can be an excellent self-assessment tool for cytology trainees including pathology residents, cytopathology fellows, and cytotechnology students seeking basic information about these topics. ... this is an excellent board review and self assessment tool for cytopathology trainees as well as experienced practicing pathologists and cytologists seeking to fine-tune their skills." (Deepthi S. Rao, Doody's Book Reviews, January, 2014)