(Ebook) Essentials of Gross Pathology by Tyagi, Ila, Das, Abhijit ISBN 9789386217523, 938621752X

(Ebook) Essentials of Gross Pathology by Tyagi, Ila, Das, Abhijit ISBN 9789386217523, 938621752X

Essentials of Gross Pathology is apractical guide in museum and gross pathology for the undergraduate medical students and also a work of reference for residents.Highlights of the bookIt includes all aspects of gross pathology, beginning with the collection of the specimen in the laboratory, progressing through fixation, gross examination, grossing techniques, differential diagnosis and finally mounting of the specimens in the museum.Apart from the basics of grossing, a strategic approach to specimen processing and diagnosis through each organ system is illustrated.An important aspect of the book is numerous high resolution color photographs of the pathological specimens and schematic diagrams to illustrate the normal anatomy, grossing techniques and salient gross features which are frequently asked in the practical examinations.Photomicrographs of important specimens are also incorporated so as to give a wholesome picture of the subject, especially for the benefit of the postgaduate students/residents.This book is unique for three reasons. First, it is based on gross pathology—a very crucial aspect of histopathology. Second, it provides an accurate and quick description of surgical and autopsy specimens that is easy for students to understand. Third, it offers differential diagnosis of important specimens commonly asked in examinations.