The cytogenetics of lipomatous tumours.
Precise classification of lipomatous tumours sometimes presents a challenge to even the most experienced pathologist. Because the different types of lipomatous tumour exhibit significantly different biological behaviours, it is of utmost importance that the correct diagnosis be made. In morphologically difficult cases, identification of characteristic cytogenetic aberrations that correlate with histological subtype can facilitate the correct diagnosis.
Rubin
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Department of Pathology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA 02115, USA.
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D002869:Chromosome Aberrations; D006801:Humans; D007621:Karyotyping; D008067:Lipoma / Q000235:genetics*; D008080:Liposarcoma / Q000235:genetics*; D018208:Liposarcoma, Myxoid / Q000235:genetics