By Laura M. Wake MD, Genevieve M. Crane MD PhD, Michael J. Borowitz MD PhD
Part of the highly regarded Biopsy Interpretation Series, this new volume by Drs. Laura M. Wake, Genevieve Crane, and Michael Borowitz offers a concise and pattern-based approach to bone marrow pathology. With superbly illustrated guidance from top experts in the field, Biopsy Interpretation of the Bone Marrow covers all aspects of bone marrow aspirates and biopsies, providing a comprehensive resource for pathologists and clinicians.

Bone marrow pathology plays a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment of hematologic disorders. Accurate interpretation of bone marrow biopsies and aspirates is essential to accurately diagnose conditions such as leukemia, lymphoma, myelodysplastic syndromes, and other bone marrow disorders. This book serves as an invaluable tool for both novice and experienced pathologists, offering a practical and easily accessible guide to understanding and interpreting bone marrow specimens.

Review of Biopsy Interpretation of the Bone Marrow

Biopsy Interpretation of the Bone Marrow is a highly informative and well-organized resource that covers all the essential aspects of bone marrow pathology. The authors, who are experts in the field, present the information in a concise and easy-to-understand format, making it accessible to both pathology residents and experienced pathologists.

The book begins by providing an overview of the fundamentals of bone marrow specimen procurement and processing. It then delves into the various ancillary techniques that can be used to aid in the diagnosis, such as histochemical, immunophenotypic, cytogenetic, and molecular assays. The use of algorithms and concept maps throughout the book helps to visually summarize complex relationships and aid in understanding.

One of the strengths of this book is its emphasis on practical, need-to-know information. The authors provide guidance on efficient specimen triaging based on initial microscopic assessment, which is invaluable in busy clinical settings. They also cover aspects of bone marrow biopsies that are often not addressed in other hematopathology texts, such as the formulation of a final diagnosis and the generation of a value-added report.

The book is filled with hundreds of high-resolution color photomicrographs, diagrams, and illustrations that depict the full range of benign and neoplastic processes involving the bone marrow. These images greatly enhance the learning experience and allow the reader to easily recognize key features and patterns.

Another valuable feature of this book is the inclusion of an online 50-question test bank for self-assessment and review. This allows readers to test their knowledge and reinforce the concepts covered in the book.