Pathology: A Color Atlas
Pathology: A Color Atlas
By Ivan Damjanov544 pages, C.V. Mosby, November 1999ISBN: 978-0815122487
Reviewer: Bruce Fenderson, PhD (Thomas Jefferson University)
This atlas is a presentation of over 1,500 brilliant, full-color images of gross and microscopic pathology, selected to illustrate the major diseases affecting the organ systems of the body. Each chapter includes an outline of key points, summary, and detailed description of anatomic pathology. The editors' goal is to "help students comprehend all those complex pathological entities that cannot be adequately delineated with words alone." This is important, because morphological aspects of disease provide an essential framework for understanding pathophysiology, and the time available for teaching gross and microscopic pathology in medical school is limited. The editors write for students, residents, and practitioners, and they assume a working knowledge of pathology. This atlas represents a joint effort of over 160 pathologists world-wide who contributed slides of both common and unique pathologic entities. The editors are respected pathologists, accomplished writers, and renowned medical educators. All major topics in anatomic pathology are covered. The text is concise, readable, and full of practical information. The color images provide stunning examples of the major diseases most likely to be encountered in practice. The quality of the images is excellent. The figure legends state the diagnosis and include a one sentence description of key pathologic features. Immunohistochemistry adds complexity; the breast cancer stained with antibodies to hormone receptors and oncogenes is particularly beautiful. Line drawings are included to clarify key points and tables are provided to summarize complex sets of information. The authors have produced a visually exciting resource in anatomic pathology. The combination of gross and microscopic pathology is an effective educational approach. In this context, a soft-cover version targeted for medical students would be a great idea as it could provide an illustrated guide and short course in essential pathology. In my opinion, this is a carefully and beautifully constructed book. I recommend it highly to students and practitioners interested in a concise visual overview of anatomic pathology.
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By Ivan Damjanov544 pages, C.V. Mosby, November 1999ISBN: 978-0815122487
Reviewer: Bruce Fenderson, PhD (Thomas Jefferson University)
This atlas is a presentation of over 1,500 brilliant, full-color images of gross and microscopic pathology, selected to illustrate the major diseases affecting the organ systems of the body. Each chapter includes an outline of key points, summary, and detailed description of anatomic pathology. The editors' goal is to "help students comprehend all those complex pathological entities that cannot be adequately delineated with words alone." This is important, because morphological aspects of disease provide an essential framework for understanding pathophysiology, and the time available for teaching gross and microscopic pathology in medical school is limited. The editors write for students, residents, and practitioners, and they assume a working knowledge of pathology. This atlas represents a joint effort of over 160 pathologists world-wide who contributed slides of both common and unique pathologic entities. The editors are respected pathologists, accomplished writers, and renowned medical educators. All major topics in anatomic pathology are covered. The text is concise, readable, and full of practical information. The color images provide stunning examples of the major diseases most likely to be encountered in practice. The quality of the images is excellent. The figure legends state the diagnosis and include a one sentence description of key pathologic features. Immunohistochemistry adds complexity; the breast cancer stained with antibodies to hormone receptors and oncogenes is particularly beautiful. Line drawings are included to clarify key points and tables are provided to summarize complex sets of information. The authors have produced a visually exciting resource in anatomic pathology. The combination of gross and microscopic pathology is an effective educational approach. In this context, a soft-cover version targeted for medical students would be a great idea as it could provide an illustrated guide and short course in essential pathology. In my opinion, this is a carefully and beautifully constructed book. I recommend it highly to students and practitioners interested in a concise visual overview of anatomic pathology.
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