Round Cells
CHAPTER 4 Round Cells D. DeNicola The category of discrete round cell neoplasms is composed primarily of cells of the hemolymphatic system. The title of these types of neoplastic conditions…
The Oropharynx and Tonsils
CHAPTER 8 The Oropharynx and Tonsils D.C. Bernreuter Cytology is a useful, rapid screening test for lesions in the oropharynx, including masses, ulcers, draining tracts, plaques, and enlarged tonsils. It…
Nasal Exudates and Masses
CHAPTER 7 Nasal Exudates and Masses C.B. Andreasen, P.M. Rakich, K.S. Latimer INDICATIONS Pathologic conditions in the nasal cavity are often characterized by sneezing, nasal discharge, epistaxis, ocular discharge, pawing…
The Pancreas
CHAPTER 19 The Pancreas D. Borjesson Cytologic evaluation of the pancreas is becoming increasingly common as a tool to help clinicians distinguish between pancreatic disorders. This increase in pancreatic aspiration…
The Spleen
CHAPTER 21 The Spleen P.S. MacWilliams The spleen is part of the hemolymphatic system and consists of a cellular parenchyma of red and white pulp supported by a stroma of…
The Musculoskeletal System
CHAPTER 13 The Musculoskeletal System S.E. Fielder, E.A. Mahaffey Although cytologic techniques have not been used extensively in evaluating diseases of the musculoskeletal system, they can be valuable aids in…
The External Ear Canal
CHAPTER 10 The External Ear Canal P.K. Patten, R.L. Cowell, R.D. Tyler CAUSES OF OTITIS Otitis externa is commonly encountered in veterinary practice. It may be unilateral, bilateral, acute, or…
