Release Date: Apr 2018
CC: PC, MK, PBL, ICS, PR, SBP
Teri A. Longacre, MD
Professor of Pathology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA
Description:
Squamous lesions of the lower female genital tract continue to pose diagnostic problems for the surgical pathologist. This webcast focuses on unusual and/or difficult variants of squamous intraepithelial neoplasia including differentiated vulvar lesions and the diagnosis (and measurement) of superficial invasion. Using a case-based format, criteria for distinguishing clinical and pathological mimics (vulvar dystrophy, Paget’s disease, dermatoses, immature metaplasia, etc.) are presented. The indications and appropriate utilization of biomarkers (p16, Ki-67, p53) are also emphasized. Throughout the webcast, the approach to interpretation of small or suboptimal samples and other potential pitfalls is provided.
After attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Diagnose and report squamous intraepithelial lesions (SIL) and distinguish them from common and not-so-common mimics.
- Identify differentiated vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia (dVIN) based on strict diagnostic criteria.
- Utilize biomarkers in the differential diagnosis of lower genital tract squamous lesions.
Who should attend? Practicing Pathologists, Residents, Gynecologists