Autopsy Pathology: A Manual and Atlas E-Book

Autopsy Pathology: A Manual and Atlas E-Book

A <b>mainstay for pathology residents</b>, <i>Autopsy Pathology</i> is designed with a uniquely combined <b>manual and atlas format</b> that presents today's most complete coverage of performing, interpreting, and reporting post-mortem examinations. This lasting and useful medical reference book offers a <b>practical, step-by-step approach</b> to discussing not only the basics of the specialty, but the performance of specialized autopsy procedures as well.<br /><ul><b></b><li><b>Material is divided into two sections for ease of use</b>: a manual covering specific autopsy procedures, biosafety, generation of autopsy reports, preparation of death certificates, and other essential subjects; and an atlas, organized by organ system, which captures the appearance of the complete spectrum of autopsy findings.</li></ul><ul><li>Offers expanded coverage of <b>microscopic histopathology.</b></li><li>Includes a chapter on <b>performing special dissection procedures</b> that may not be covered during a typical residency.</li><li><b>Examines important techniques</b>, such as autopsy photography and radiology, microscopic examination, supplemental laboratory studies, and other investigative approaches. </li><li>Addresses the latest <b>legal, social, and ethical issues</b> relating to autopsies, as well as quality improvement and assurance.</li><li><b>Presents more than 600 full-color photographs</b> depicting common gross and microscopic autopsy findings for every part of the body. </li><li><b>Correlates pathologic findings with their clinical causes</b> to enhance diagnostic accuracy.</li><li><b>Improved images</b> in the Atlas section provide greater visual understanding. </li><li><b>Additional online features</b> include dissection videos demonstrating autopsy techniques; downloadable, commonly used forms for autopsy reports; and calculators for normal organ and body weights and measures.</li><li><b>Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. </b>This<b> enhanced eBook experience </b>offers access to all of the text, figures, images, videos, forms, calculators, and references from the book on a variety of devices.</li></ul>