Recommendations for the Reporting of Surgical Specimens
Recommendations for the Reporting of Surgical Specimens
The Association of Directors of Anatomic and Surgical Pathology (ADASP) named several committees to develop recommendations about the content of the surgical pathology report for common malignant tumors. A committee of individuals with special interest and expertise writes the recommendations, which are reviewed by the council of ADASP and subsequently by the entire membership.
The recommendations have been divided into the following 4 major areas: (1) items that provide an informative gross description; (2) additional diagnostic features that are recommended to be included in every report if possible; (3) optional features that may be included in the final report; and (4) a checklist.
The purpose of these recommendations is to provide an informative report for the clinician. The recommendations are intended as suggestions, and adherence to them is completely voluntary. In special circumstances, the recommendations may not be applicable. The recommendations are intended as an educational resource rather than as a mandate.
The Association of Directors of Anatomic and Surgical Pathology (ADASP) named several committees to develop recommendations about the content of the surgical pathology report for common malignant tumors. A committee of individuals with special interest and expertise writes the recommendations, which are reviewed by the council of ADASP and subsequently by the entire membership.
The recommendations have been divided into the following 4 major areas: (1) items that provide an informative gross description; (2) additional diagnostic features that are recommended to be included in every report if possible; (3) optional features that may be included in the final report; and (4) a checklist.
The purpose of these recommendations is to provide an informative report for the clinician. The recommendations are intended as suggestions, and adherence to them is completely voluntary. In special circumstances, the recommendations may not be applicable. The recommendations are intended as an educational resource rather than as a mandate.
