Pitfalls in the interpretation of parathyroid pathology

This article briefly describes the pathology of the parathyroid gland seen commonly in routine practice and the application of recent WHO terminologies in practice. The commonest clinical presentation is hypercalcaemia due to hyperparathyroidism. Diagnosis of parathyroid lesions requires the integration of clinical, biochemical, surgical and histopathological features. MDT discussion and optimized clinical information  support the pathological features. Often, histological specimens require a detailed workup including processing the entire gland, further levels and sectioning, and ancillary testing.
Source: Diagnostic Histopathology - Category: Pathology Authors: Tags: Mini-symposium: endocrine pathology Source Type: research