This book provides guidance regarding the approach to common scenarios encountered in the frozen section laboratory while underscoring diagnostic pitfalls and providing the proper level of diagnostic information to ensure clear communication. Given the use of frozen section in molecular and research pathology, the text also serves as a guide for morphologic examination. Written by experts in the field, the book is organized according to organ system with additional chapters discussing the roles of digital pathology and molecular assays. Each chapter is extensively illustrated to highlight key points that facilitate interpretation and highlight areas for potential error. The goal of this book is to help trainees understand the need for mastery of this unique diagnostic tool, and to aid pathologists who cover frozen section convert practical information provided into diagnostic improvements. Frozen Section Pathology is a comprehensive and state-of-the-art review and serves as a valuable resource for the general surgical pathologist with frozen section responsibilities as well as surgeons who regularly utilize frozen section.

Alain C. Borczuk, MD Weill Cornell Medicine Department of Pathology New York, NY USA Rhonda K. Yantiss, MD Weill Cornell Medicine Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine New York, NY USA Brian D. Robinson, MD Weill Cornell Medicine Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine New York, NY USA Theresa Scognamiglio, MDWeill Cornell MedicineDepartment of PathologyNew York, NY USA Timothy M. D'Alfonso, MDMemorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Department of Pathology New York, NY USA