Autopsy pathology
Subtitle: a manual and atlas
By: Walter E. Finkbeiner, Philip C. Ursell, Richard L. Davis ; contributor, Andrew J. Connolly.
Contributors: Ursell, Philip C.; Davis, Richard L., M.D.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Saunders/Elsevier
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Philadelphia, PA
Language: eng
Number of pages: 366
ISBN-13: 9781416054535
Subjects: Autopsy -- Handbooks, manuals, etc; Autopsy -- Atlases; Autopsy -- methods; Death Certificates; Quality Control
Genres: Handbooks, manuals, etc.; Atlases.
Description: This how-to guide presents today's most complete coverage of performing, interpreting, and reporting post-mortem examinations. In addition to discussing the basics of the specialty, this lasting and useful reference features information on the performance of specialized autopsy procedures. The material is divided into two sections for ease of use: a manual covering specific autopsy procedures, biosafety, generation of autopsy reports, preparation of death certificates, and other essential subjects; and an atlas, organized by organ system, that captures the appearance of the complete spectrum of autopsy findings. The updated second edition features a new chapter on the popular topic of forensic pathology and the Expert Consult functionality allows you to access the entire contents of the book online. Focuses on hospital autopsy, while also providing a brief introduction to forensic autopsy. Examines autopsy photography and radiology, microscopic examination, supplemental laboratory studies, and other investigative approaches. Includes a chapter on performing special dissection procedures that are usually not covered during a typical residency. Presents over 590 full-color photographs depicting common gross and microscopic autopsy findings for every part of the body. Correlates pathologic findings with their clinical causes to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: The autopsy : past and present; title: Legal, social, and ethical issues; title: Autopsy biosafety; title: Basic postmortem examination; title: Postmortem examination of fetuses and infants; title: Special dissection procedures; title: Autopsy photography and radiology; title: Microscopic examination; title: Supplemental laboratory studies; title: The autopsy report; title: Postmortem examination in cases of sudden death due to natural causes; title: Postmortem examination in cases of sepsis or multiple organ dysfunction; title: Death certification; title: Medical quality imporvement and quality assurance of the autopsy; title: Atlas of autopsy pathology.