Examination of large intestine resection specimens. Issue 5 (1st May 2000)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Burroughs, S H; Williams, G T
• Is Part Of: Journal of clinical pathology. Volume 53:Issue 5(2000)
• Page Start: 344
• Page End: 349
• Publication Date: 2000-05-01
• Subjects: large intestine -- colorectal cancer -- inflammatory bowel disease; Pathology -- Periodicals; Pathology, Molecular -- Periodicals; 616.0705
• DOI: 10.1136/jcp.53.5.344
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0021-9746

Abstract

Abstract : Macroscopic examination of large intestinal resection specimens by the surgical pathologist provides important diagnostic and prognostic information. This review summarises current recommended protocols and evidence based guidelines for gross description, dissection, and histological block selection in both neoplastic and non-neoplastic colorectal disease. Specific lesions discussed include colorectal cancer, polypectomies and polyposis syndromes, and inflammatory bowel disease. Microscopic examination is briefly described, with emphasis on certain pitfalls that might be encountered in routine practice. A section covering special techniques for the investigation of occult bleeding is included. J Clin Pathol(J Clin Pathol 2000;53:344–349)