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Indexing and filing of pathological illustrations
Journal of Clinical Pathology
|January 1, 1975
Summary
A new system combines feature card retrieval with the Systematised Nomenclature of Pathology (SNOP) for efficient pathology slide indexing. This method allows for convenient storage of 2400 transparencies and index cards in a single filing cabinet drawer.
Area of Science:
- Medical Informatics
- Pathology
- Information Science
Background:
- Effective management of pathology slides is crucial for diagnosis and research.
- Existing systems for slide indexing and retrieval can be complex or costly.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an inexpensive and efficient system for indexing and filing pathology transparencies.
- To integrate the Systematised Nomenclature of Pathology (SNOP) into a practical retrieval system.
Main Methods:
- A feature card retrieval system was combined with SNOP.
- The system was designed for indexing and filing 2 in. x 2 in. transparencies.
- The focus was on simplicity and efficiency for departmental use.
Main Results:
- The integrated system provides a simple yet efficient method for slide indexing.
- The system allows for convenient storage of 2400 transparencies and associated index cards.
- All materials fit within a single drawer of a standard filing cabinet.
Conclusions:
- This feature card and SNOP-based system offers a cost-effective solution for pathology slide management.
- The system enhances the organization and accessibility of visual pathology data.
- It demonstrates the feasibility of integrating standardized nomenclature with simple retrieval tools for improved workflow.