Connect Sign InFNA/Core Biopsy of Spindle Cell Neoplasms: Snakes or Worms?
The spindle cell lesion represents a large and diagnostically diverse group among soft tissue tumors. In this presentation we will examine the role of cytology, core needle biopsy, and ancillary techniques that allow for a specific classification when possible. We will discuss general principles of soft tissue pathology and practice using eight interesting spindle cell core biopsy case examples.
Dr. Ward is an assistant professor of anatomic pathology at the University of Utah School of Medicine. He received his undergraduate education at Brigham Young University and his medical education from the University of Texas School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology as well as fellowships in surgical pathology and cytopathology at the University of Utah and ARUP Laboratories. Dr. Ward’s professional interests include cytology, bone and soft tissue pathology, and resident and undergraduate medical education. His research interests include translocation associated soft tissue sarcomas, and PD-L1 expression in upper-tract urothelial carcinomas.
