Hisology / Cytology Flashcards
0
Q
Cytological features of HPV
A
Koilocytosis (vaculolated cells)
Hyperketatosis
Multinucleation
1
Q
What are the features of dyskarysosis
A
Cytological diagnosis of:
- increased nuclear:cytoplasmic ratio
- mitotic figures
- nuclear pleomprphism
- nuclear hyperchromasia
2
Q
What % of cervical smears taken are inadequate (and unable to be read)
A
10%
Lower now with liquid based cytology
3
Q
Recommended management of a borderline cervical smear patient
A
HPV test, if +ve refer to colposcopy
If -ve return to routine recall.
4
Q
Recommended management of a low grade dyskaryosis cervical smear patient
A
HPV test, if +ve refer to colposcopy.
-ve return to routine recall
5
Q
Recommended management of a moderate or severe dyskaryosis cervical smear patient
A
Refer to colposcopy
