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Head and Neck Pathology:
A Volume in Foundations in Diagnostic Pathology Series

ISBN: 9780443433542
Copyright: 2027
Publication Date: 07-06-2026
Page Count: 1392

British Medical Association Medical Book Competition
BOTH previous English editions of this book have won awards the prestigious British Medical Association Medical Book Competition!

The 2nd Edition won FIRST PRIZE in the Pathology category in 2012.
The 1st Edition was COMMENDED in the Basic and Clinical Sciences category in 2007.

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PUBLISHER’S DESCRIPTION

This expert volume in the Diagnostic Pathology series is an excellent point-of-care resource for practitioners at all levels of experience and training. Covering a broad array of entities pathologists are most likely to encounter when diagnosing and treating head and neck disorders, it incorporates the most recent clinical, pathological, and molecular knowledge in the field to provide a comprehensive overview of all key issues relevant to today’s practice. Succinctly written, richly illustrated, and easy to use, Diagnostic Pathology: Head and Neck, fourth edition, is a one-stop reference for accurate, complete pathology reports, ideal as a day-to-day reference or as a reliable training resource.

* Includes the diagnostic criteria, pertinent ancillary studies, and thorough, reciprocal differential diagnoses necessary for general pathologists, oral pathologists, and head and neck pathologists to make accurate diagnoses in this difficult field
* Reflects recent developments in ancillary studies and molecular testing that are useful in reaching a diagnosis
* Uses a newly streamlined layout for ease and speed of use at the point of care, employing a practical, intuitive structure that organizes sections and chapters by anatomic region and frequency of diagnosis as seen in actual practice
* Contains more than 370 consistently templated, image-rich chapters in a format that facilitates quick comparison between diagnoses with concise, bulleted text; Key Facts in each chapter; and an extensive index for easy reference
* Includes commentary to aid in definitive classification when molecular findings are required for a diagnosis
* Features more than 3,400 high-quality print images (with an additional 3,800+ images in the complimentary eBook), including gross pathology and clinical photographs, radiological images, histology images, full-color medical illustrations, immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization and molecular images―all carefully annotated to help you quickly recognize established entities
* Contains significantly updated information on the standardization of neuroendocrine neoplasm (NEN) reporting, and criteria required for risk stratification
* Covers newly classified entities from the 2024 WHO Classification of Head and Neck Tumours along with other national standardized reporting guidelines
* Includes an eBook version that provides access to everything in the book as well as additional text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud

EDITORIAL REVIEWS

British Medical Association Awards 2007

“A beautifully illustrated and produced books: good value for the size and production standards.”

Otology & Neurotology, Vol 27, No 8, December 2006

“Recommended for residents and practicing otolaryngologists alike. Excellent, high-quality photomicrographs and clinical correlations for the clinician.”

Reviewed by Tim Helliwell, MD
Department of Pathology
Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Liverpool
on behalf of The Royal College of Pathologists
January 2007

“This book, one of the latest additions to the Foundations in Diagnostic Pathology series, provides a comprehensive account of the rich variety of diseases that affect the head and neck region.

The contributing authors are well-known practicing histopathologists who are able to convey their wealth of practical experience throughout the pages of this book.The chapters are organised into non-neoplastic, benign and malignant diseases affecting the principle anatomical sites of the head and neck.

The book has a remarkably clear layout and is superbly illustrated. The textual content is aimed at both trainee and qualified histopathologists and provides sufficient detail to help in the diagnosis of most of the conditions encountered in routine practice.Trainees will appreciate, as aides to revision, the short fact sheets that list the key clinical and pathological features of each condition and trainers may find these useful as reminders of the key features to mention when teaching.

Overall, the book is a pleasure to read and to use in routine diagnostic work. It will be a useful addition to the shelves of all departmental reporting rooms and consultants offices.”