Dermatopathology: A Comprehensive Review 2014 (Videos)

Dermatopathology: A Comprehensive Overview

Dermatopathology, a specialized field of medicine, focuses on the diagnosis of skin diseases through microscopic examination of tissue samples. This comprehensive review delves into the intricacies of dermatopathology, providing a thorough understanding of its principles and applications.

Target Audience

This comprehensive review is tailored specifically for:

• Pathologists and dermatologists responsible for interpreting skin biopsies in their daily practice
• Pathology and dermatology residents seeking to master this complex subspecialty

Course Content

The course condenses the vast field of dermatopathology into a concise series of lectures, systematically covering the following topics:

Cutaneous Histology, Biopsy Processing, and Reporting:

• Understanding the basic structure of the skin
• Step-by-step guide to biopsy preparation and reporting

Epidermal Tumors:

• Recognition and differentiation of various skin cancers, including nonmelanoma and melanoma skin cancers

Melanocytic Tumors:

• Accurate identification of benign melanocytic nevi and malignant melanomas

Adnexal Tumors:

• Comprehensive examination of tumors arising from skin appendages

Hematolymphoid Tumors:

• In-depth analysis of lymphomas and leukemia affecting the skin

Fibrohistiocytic Tumors:

• Detailed discussion of tumors derived from fibroblasts and histiocytes

Mesenchymal Tumors:

• Examination of benign and malignant tumors of the skin’s connective tissue

Inflammatory Diseases of the Epidermis:

• Understanding the spectrum of inflammatory skin conditions involving the outermost layer of the skin

Inflammatory Diseases of the Dermis:

• Exploration of inflammatory disorders affecting the deeper layers of the skin

Panniculitis:

• Specific focus on inflammation of the subcutaneous fat

Cutaneous Infections:

• Microscopic diagnosis of bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic skin infections

Diseases of Cornification and Epidermal Maturation:

• Examination of skin disorders affecting the formation and shedding of skin cells

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this comprehensive review, participants will gain the following proficiencies:

• Application of straightforward rules for accurate identification of skin cancers
• Differentiation of benign from malignant melanocytic lesions
• Recognition of benign lesions commonly mistaken for malignancy
• Proper utilization of immunostains and molecular techniques in cutaneous neoplasm diagnosis
• Guidance for clinicians in diagnosing and treating inflammatory skin diseases

Faculty

This comprehensive review is expertly presented by:

Garth R. Fraga, MD, FASDP:

• Associate Professor and Residency Program Director
• Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
• University of Kansas School of Medicine

Conclusion

This comprehensive review of dermatopathology provides a systematic and in-depth examination of the field, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills necessary for accurate diagnosis of skin diseases. Through a structured approach to complex topics and a focus on practical applications, this review empowers participants to enhance patient care through precise diagnosis and effective management of skin conditions.