Massimo Pignatelli MD PhD FRCPath
Dean of Medicine, Nazarbayev University AstanaKazakhstan
Adjunct Professor of Pathology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine PittsburghUSA
Patrick Gallagher MD PhD FRCPath
Senior Clinical Lecturer, University of Bristol BristolUK
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3Preface
We are delighted to present Recent Advances in Histopathology 23 after careful selection of the most important developments within the field.
The practice of pathology is a constantly evolving speciality. To reflect this, one of the main goals of this edition is to review the rapid development and application of molecular techniques to complement the morphological assessment of tissue diagnosis, prognosis and response to treatment.
We have commissioned a wide range of chapters, in order to provide a comprehensive update of key topics in histopathology for those preparing for their pathology postgraduate exams. We believe that both generalist as well as specialist consultant and academic histopathologists will find information of relevance to their daily practice and continued professional development.
This volume of Recent Advances in Histopathology continues the series' role as a key resource for pathologists, both in the UK and internationally, who wish to remain up to date with current trends in modern histopathology. We are especially grateful to the contributors, who responded to our invitation with enthusiasm and produced well written and interesting chapters in a timely fashion. The next edition is already under development, and we welcome chapter suggestions from our readers.
Massimo Pignatelli
Patrick Gallagher
March 2014