Biopsy interpretation of head and neck pathology demands both speed and precision, especially when specimens span the full range of neoplastic and non-neoplastic disease.Biopsy Interpretation of the Head and Neck, 4th Edition, written by Edward B. Stelow, MD, Professor of Pathology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, gives pathology residents, fellows, and practicing surgical pathologists a standardized, evidence-based framework for interpreting biopsies across the upper aerodigestive tract and ear. Each chapter follows a consistent diagnostic structure, moving from clinical features through histomorphology, differential diagnosis, special variants, immunohistochemistry, molecular studies, and pathogenesis, so readers can apply the same rigorous approach to every specimen type they encounter. This edition incorporates the 2024 World Health Organization classification updates for head and neck tumors, ensuring the diagnostic criteria reflect current international standards.
Almost 400 four-color images support visual pattern recognition for both common entities and diagnostically challenging variants, reinforcing the histomorphologic criteria discussed in the text. The consistent chapter format reduces diagnostic variability and helps trainees build a repeatable, confident approach to sign-out, while practicing pathologists gain a fast, reliable reference for second-opinion and complex cases. Structured for both cover-to-cover study and targeted lookup, this edition supports residency and fellowship training, board exam preparation, and day-to-day diagnostic decision-making in head and neck pathology.
Print book features:
- Applies a standardized, chapter-by-chapter diagnostic format covering clinical features, histomorphology, differential diagnosis, special variants, immunohistochemistry, molecular studies, and pathogenesis for consistent, reproducible interpretation.
- Reflects the 2024 WHO classification updates for head and neck tumors, keeping diagnostic terminology and criteria current for training and practice.
- Features almost 400 four-color images supporting histomorphologic pattern recognition across neoplastic and non-neoplastic entities.
- Written by Edward B. Stelow, MD, Professor of Pathology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, drawing on established expertise in head and neck pathology.
- Supports residency and fellowship training, board exam preparation, and routine diagnostic sign-out across salivary gland, thyroid, laryngeal, pharyngeal, and oral cavity specimens.
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