Pancreatic Cytology: Pattern Recognition and Case-Based Approach

Course overview

Cytology is commonly used as the diagnostic material for pancreatic neoplasms and cysts. In this lecture, cytomorphologic patterns will guide case-based learning through the most common pancreatic diagnoses. We will discuss how to make the most out of small cytologic samples with the addition of molecular and biochemical testing. This will be a good review of basic concepts in pancreatic cytology, making it appropriate for general pathologists and cytologists alike. After this presentation, participants will be able to: - Recognize distinctive cytomorphologic patterns and the differential diagnosis - Review criteria for diagnosis of adenocarcinoma in the pancreas - Describe the utility of ancillary testing in solid and cystic pancreatic lesions - Identify the role of rapid on-site evaluation (ROSE) in pancreatic lesions