Aspiration Cytology of Neck Cysts in Adults: Morphologic Features and Ancillary Testing Strategies

 

Christopher C. Griffith, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor of Pathology

Emory University Hospital
Atlanta, Georgia
 

 

Fine needle aspiration is a common initial diagnostic test for adults presenting with a cystic lesion of the neck. One of the main challenges for a cytopathologist in this situation is the recognition of cystic metastatic squamous cell carcinoma, which has become increasingly important due to the rising incidence of HPV positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma. This presentation will review cytomorphologic features of common cystic neck lesions in adults and review helpful ancillary testing strategies.

 

Target Audience

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

Learning Objectives

  • Review cytomorphologic features of common cystic neck lesions in adults
  • Present useful ancillary testing strategies that can aid in the differential diagnosis of neck cysts on cytology
  • Understand the importance of and different testing methods for detection of HPV in FNA specimens
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: 
04/23/2019
Course expires: 
04/30/2022
Cost:
$105.00
Christopher C. Griffith, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor of Pathology
Emory University Hospital
Atlanta, Georgia
 

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PresenterChristopher C. Griffith, MD, PhD

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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