Surgical Pathology

What does "Surgical Pathology" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Surgical pathology is a branch of medicine that involves studying tissues removed from a patient during surgery. This is done to help diagnose a disease and determine its severity. For example, if a person has a tumor, a small piece of it may be examined under a microscope to see if it's cancerous. This information can then be used to decide the best treatment for the patient.

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