Pathology News

In the past I have blogged about virtual colonoscopy and concern over how in the future this may diminish the number of colon biopsies done to be reviewed.  Others have argued this might actually increase the number of colonoscopies...

I have heard of patients not showing up for surgery - but not a surgeon being there as scheduled. By FRANK ELTMANAssociated Press Writer One of the highest-paid doctors in New York refused to perform brain surgery on an already-anesthetized...

Attended the HIMMS meeting in Chicago a few weeks ago. Ole Eichorn over at The Daily Scan has a very nice report as well (with better pictures).  Enjoyed Ole's talk (one of the few related specifically to specialty of...

I do not know what to make of all the recent news and stories about the Swine/North American/Newly mutated flu virus and how virulent it actually is.  Nonetheless, The 1x Objective has some nice videos and other links on the...

Pathologists are encouraged to check out the Endometrial Intraepithelial Neoplasia consensus exercise. Note the quiz closes on September 30. Endometrial Intraepithelial Neoplasia (EIN) is the histopathologic presentation of premalignant...

Came across a great site for pathology images at pathologypics.com.  Beyond viewing images, visitors to the site can contribute images and questions about particular cases.  According to the site, the intended use is as a...