Patterns and Pitfalls of Common and Uncommon Entities of the Endocerivx

 

Blythe K. Gorman, MD
Assistant Professor
Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston, Texas

This is a case-based didactic session that explores a variety of endocervical lesions with emphasis on the correlations cytology and histology.  Participants will be presented with a spectrum of cases, with diagnoses ranging from benign to premalignant to malignant.  A review of common and uncommon entities will focus on how pathologists can avoid pitfalls, use ancillary studies appropriately, and distinguish among morphologically similar entities. Participants will also get pointers on differentiating between high grade squamous lesions involving glands and true glandular lesions, as well as insights into the pitfalls associated with metaplasia, polyps, and endometrial sampling.  Key features for diagnosis and work up of uncommon lesions will also be discussed, including  various subtypes of endocervical adenocarcinoma.  In addition, a review of current management guidelines for glandular lesions will facilitate more effective communication of diagnoses to other members of the patient’s healthcare team.

Target Audience

This educational activity is designed for pathologists, cytopathologists, cytotechnologists, students and other members of the cytopathology community.

Learning Objectives

  • Participants will be able to recognize pitfalls often encountered in the diagnosis of glandular lesions on the Pap test.
  • Participants will be able to develop strategies for working up glandular abnormalities.
  • Participants will be able to recognize rare lesions of the endocervix.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 California Credits
  • 2.00 CMLE
  • 2.00 Florida Credits
  • 2.00 MOC II
  • 2.00 Participant
Course opens: 
07/25/2017
Course expires: 
07/25/2020
Cost:
$105.00

Blythe K. Gorman, MD
Assistant Professor
Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston, Texas

Current ACCME guidelines state that participants in CME activities should be made aware of any affiliation or financial interest that may affect the speaker’s presentation(s). Therefore, it is the policy of the ASC to insure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all its educational programs.  All planning individuals participating in any ASC Educational Activity are expected to disclose to the program audience any real or apparent conflict(s) of interest that may have a direct bearing on the subject matter of the continuing education program.  Click here for a complete list.

Presenter
Blythe K. Gorman, MD

Disclosure
The presenter has no conflicts of interest or financial relationships to disclose.

 

ACCREDITATION AND DESIGNATION STATEMENTS

Continuing Medical Education (CME) Statement
The American Society of Cytopathology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  The American Society of Cytopathology designates this enduring educational activity for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Board of Pathology Maintenance of Certification (MOC)
This product can help fulfill the CME requirements and Self-Assessment Modules (SAMs) mandated by the American Board of Pathology Maintenance of Certification (MOC) process.  Earn up to 2.0 SAM Credit Hours.

Continuing Medical Laboratory Education (CMLE)
The ASC designates this activity for a maximum of 2.0 Continuing Medical Laboratory Education (CMLE) credit hours for non-physicians.  The CMLE credit hours meet the continuing education requirements for the ASCP Board of Registry Certification Maintenance Program. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Cytotechnologists with Licenses in Florida and California
This program is approved for 2 continuing education credits in the State of Florida and 1 in the State of California. The credit on each link is good for three years from the live presentation date.

Available Credit

  • 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 California Credits
  • 2.00 CMLE
  • 2.00 Florida Credits
  • 2.00 MOC II
  • 2.00 Participant

Price

Cost:
$105.00
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