BookEnid Gilbert-Barness, Diane E. Spicer, Thora S. Steffensen ; foreword by John M. Optiz.
Summary: Pathologists have long recognized that pediatric autopsy requires great care in technique and dissection to ensure that easily overlooked malformations are recognized and accurate diagnoses are made. The highly experienced authors have created a new edition of Handbook of Pediatric Autopsy Pathology, a comprehensive reference guide to the actual performance of the pediatric autopsy and the optimal recognition and interpretation of pathologic findings. The Handbook of Pediatric Autopsy Pathology, Second Edition covers the spectrum of pediatric pathology with particular reference to those conditions that can be identified at autopsy. New and updated material includes microbiological studies, particularly with the advent of newly described micro-organisms causing disease. The volume also addresses new developments in metabolic diseases, new techniques of ultrasound imaging, and specialized laboratory testing. Furthermore, the book provides a wealth of practical information and bibliographic citations throughout, new copious illustrations and line drawings, numerous standard reference tables, and appendices at the end of multiple chapters. Authored by authorities in the field, Handbook of Pediatric Autopsy Pathology, Second Edition is a valuable resource that will assist general and pediatric pathologists, neonatologists, interns and residents in training, as well as specialists in cytogenetics and ultrasound technicians in understanding the manner and cause of death in its broadest and comprehensive sense.
Contents:
Part I: General Principles
Introduction and General Principles of Autopsy
Part II: Techniques
Pediatric Autopsy: Fetus, Newborn, and Child
Examination of the Human Embryo
The Placenta
Part III: Developmental Disorders
Hydrops, Cystic Hygroma, Fetal Hydrothorax, and Fetal Ascites
Chromosomal Defects
Congenital Abnormalities
Part IV: Organ Systems and Metabolic Disorders
Cardiovascular System
Respiratory System
Gastrointestinal (GI) System
Liver, Gallbladder, Biliary Tract, and Pancreas
Renal System
Male and Female Genitourinary (GU) Systems
Central Nervous System (CNS)
Thymus, Spleen, Lymph Nodes, and Immunodeficiency
Hematopoietic System
Pediatric Tumors
Skeletal System
Skin
Infections
Transplantation
Eye and Adnexa
Metabolic Diseases
Part V: Special Considerations
Sudden Infant Death
Forensic Pathology
Special Procedures
Infection Control and Biological Hazards.