IPLUSO 19568

Cytopathology I

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  Cytopathology is a fundamental subject in Pathological Anatomy, whose field of action involves the study of sloughed or harvested cells at the level of the surface tissue, with the aim of detecting morphological anomalies at cellular level. This Curricular Unit (CU) is based on the development of theoretical knowledge combined with a solid practical component necessary for the interpretation and cytological diagnosis of gynecological exfoliative cytology samples. The areas of intervention range from research in Pathological Anatomy to work in laboratories, enhancing a better diagnostic quality. The relevance of this curricular unit in the study cycle is evidenced through its capacity to prepare professionals able to process cervical-vaginal samples and perform routine cytopathological diagnoses and within the scope of screening programs, according to the Bethesda International System of Nomenclature for cervico-vaginal cytological samples.
• ProgramaProgramme

  The origin and principles of Cytology as a diagnostic tool. Basic notions about normal cell and its constituents. Brief approach to the collection, fixation, processing and routine staining of Gynecological Exfoliative Cytology samples. Female Reproductive System (Anatomy, Histology and Cytology). Normal cellular elements of cervico-vaginal smears. Hormonal cytology (menstrual cycle, pregnancy and menopause). Gynecological Cytology Classification Systems - Bethesda System. Criteria for adequacy of conventional cervico-vaginal sample or in liquid medium. Negative cytology for intraepithelial lesion or malignant neoplasm (NILM). Human Papiloma virus (HPV) and cervical cancer. Squamous epithelial cell abnormalities. Glandular epithelial cell abnormalities. Cervical Cancer - Prevention, Screening and Vaccination. Cytopathology of the anal canal.
• ObjectivosObjectives

  Apply a technical-scientific language in written and oral communication. To learn the basic concepts of cervico-vaginal sample collection and processing. Identify microscopically normal cytological elements of cervical smears. Identify and characterize microscopically cellular changes associated with menstrual cycle, pregnancy and reactive changes induced by inflammation, microorganisms and others  and squamous and glandular epithelial cell abnormalities. Apply the criteria of benign, atypical and malignat cellular morphology to classify microscopically the cervico-vaginal exfoliative cytology samples and prepare the cytological report in accordance with the International Naming Classification - Bethesda System. Develop critical thinking and argumentation skills with the aim of interpreting cases, making differential diagnoses and clarifying diagnostic hypotheses. Understand your role as a cytotechnician towards the patient and the samples.
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Solomon D, Nayar R. (2015). The Bethesda System for Reporting Cervical Cytology. 3rd edition, New York: Springer. ISNB 978-3-319-11073-8 Koss L, Melamed M.R. (2007). Koss' Diagnostic Cytology and Its Histopathologic Bases, Volume 1. 5th edition. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins (LWW). ISBN 978-0-78-171928-5 Hoda, Rana S., Hoda, Syed A. (2007). Fundamentals of Pap Test Cytology. 1st edition, New Jersey: Humana Press. ISBN 1-59745-276-9
• MetodologiaMethodology

  The methodologies that support the teaching-learning process of this Curricular Unit (CU) consist of methodologies of expository, demonstrative, participatory nature and resolution of practical cases and clinical case studies. Theoretical classes will be taught using the projection of power points and the viewing of illustrative videos of the syllabus covered. The practical classes will take place using Team-based learning (TBL) with the realization of tasks in small groups or individually - visualization of representative images of the various cytological entities; observation, resolution and discussion of case studies and clinical slides with the realization of the respective cytological report, according to the Bethesda System. During the classes, students will be asked questions to develop critical thinking and the application of theoretical concepts, followed by discussion of cytopathological results and diagnoses.  
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Semestral
• ECTS

  5
• NaturezaNature

  Mandatory
• EstágioInternship

  Não