Kidney: Recognizing the Common and Not So Common Entities

Course overview

This case-based webinar will explore the common and unexpected entities that are received by the cytology laboratory as kidney masses. Cytomorphologic features on fine needle aspiration smears and touch preparations, differential diagnoses, as well as diagnostic pitfalls will be emphasized to help participants formulate a reliable diagnostic approach. A review of current ancillary studies will also be discussed. Bonnie Choy, MD Assistant Professor Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Chicago, Illinois