Intraoperative cytology of pancreatic masses. A 10-year experience.
The results of intraoperative fine needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) of 92 pancreatic masses (1982-1992) are reported. The high sensitivity (1.00) and specificity (1.00) values are believed to be due to the presence of a cytopathologist in the operating room. The cytopathologist assesses the adequacy of the sampled material and, using rapid staining, can make a cytologic intraoperative diagnosis. This procedure led to the diagnosis of inflammatory lesions and of common and rare pancreatic neoplasms in a few minutes. Emphasis is laid on the characteristics of pancreatic FNAB vs. the more invasive procedures (e.g., wedge biopsies).
Servizio di Citodiagnostica 2, Ospedale Civile, Padova, Italy.
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D000230:Adenocarcinoma / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001707:Biopsy, Needle / Q000592:standards; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D007432:Intraoperative Period; D008198:Lymph Nodes / Q000473:pathology; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010179:Pancreas / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D010190:Pancreatic Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity