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Erschienen in: Head and Neck Pathology 1/2020

01.03.2020 | Special Issue: Soft Tissue

Soft Tissue Special Issue: Selected Topics in the Pathology of Adipocytic Tumors

verfasst von: Wonwoo Shon, Steven D. Billings

Erschienen in: Head and Neck Pathology | Ausgabe 1/2020

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Abstract

Our understanding of adipocytic tumors classification and diagnosis continues to evolve. We present a brief review and updated summary of selected adipocytic tumors involving the head and neck region. For the practicing pathologist, knowledge of these established and emerging entities is critical for the correct pathologic diagnosis and treatment of the patient.
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Metadaten
Titel
Soft Tissue Special Issue: Selected Topics in the Pathology of Adipocytic Tumors
verfasst von
Wonwoo Shon
Steven D. Billings
Publikationsdatum
01.03.2020
Verlag
Springer US
Erschienen in
Head and Neck Pathology / Ausgabe 1/2020
Elektronische ISSN: 1936-0568
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12105-019-01112-3

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