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BackTable / VI / Podcast / Episode #422
Pathology 101: Solid Advice for Percutaneous Biopsies
with Dr. Andrew Sholl
In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, host Dr. Chris Beck interviews guest Dr. Andrew Sholl, who demystifies the ins and outs of percutaneous biopsies and their impact on diagnoses. Dr. Sholl is a pathologist at LCMC Health in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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Synopsis
Dr. Sholl emphasizes the importance of understanding substantial clinical history, as well as obtaining adequate and correctly processed samples. The doctors discuss the varying scenarios faced in pathology, such as instances when larger samples are beneficial and the nuances of differentiating malignancies in certain organs. They also cover detailed tips for conducting biopsies and the process of how pathologists assess patient samples. The overarching message is the importance of communication and collaboration between interventional radiologists and pathologists to ensure the best patient outcomes.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
02:38 - Understanding Pathology Training and Practice
06:07 - Role of Pathology in Medical Diagnosis
18:57 - Importance of Sample Size and Quality in Pathology
26:34 - Next Gen Sequencing and Molecular Markers
29:44 - Biopsy Devices and Their Impact on Diagnosis
37:21 - Using Clinical History in Pathology
43:16 - Challenges and Considerations in Diagnosing Renal and Hepatic Tumors
50:25 - Importance of Communication Between Pathologists and Interventional Radiologists
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[Dr. Andrew Scholl]
I don't care how you get the sample, as long as it's good. It doesn't matter, as long as it's there. We always laugh at you guys because you're like, “Well, my needle was in the lesion” and we’re like, “Well, the lesion is not in the needle!
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