Main description:

This handbook is a guide to cervical cytology for clinicians.

Beginning with an overview of anatomy and normal cytology, the next chapter discusses sample collection and screening.

The following sections discuss reporting systems, malignancy, atypical cells, carcinoma, tumours and management of cervical lesions. Interpretation of screening, differential diagnosis and treatment methods are discussed in depth.

The text concludes with a chapter presenting sample cases with answers.

Throughout the book, emphasis is placed on liquid-based cytology preparation, with discussion on varying viewpoints regarding interpretation.

Microphotographs illustrating normal and abnormal cervical smears are included to enhance understanding.

Key points

Guide to cervical cytology for cytologists and gynaecologists
Emphasis on liquid-based cytology preparation
Includes sample cases with answers
Features more than 250 microphotographs and tables

Contents:

Anatomy, Normal Cytology of the Female Genital Tract and Approach of Reporting
Sample Collection, Liquid Based Cytology and Automated Screening
The Bethesda System of Reporting Cervical Cytology
Negative for Intraepithelial Lesion or Malignancy
Atypical Squamous Cells
Squamous Intraepithelial Lesions and Invasive Squamous Cell Carcinoma
The Presence of Endometrial Cells
Other Malignant Tumors
Screening, Quality Control and Management of Cervical Lesion
Sample Cases with Answers

Index