Pathology

Accurate and comprehensive pathological examination of the initial biopsy is fundamental to effective treatment in cancer. In the management algorithm, the histopathology report is paramount. It diagnoses and categorises tumours, provides information on the cell of origin and invaluable insight into prognosis. This aids the oncologist in the planning of pertinent clinical tests and treatment modality for the individual patient.

A wrong diagnosis or misinformation may potentially result in incorrect therapy, mutilation or even death of the patient. In addition, the report establishes criteria for eligibility for clinical trials, gives information for clinical databases to be used in clinical and basic research and helps provide quality assurance.

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