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Interventional and EBUS cytology in Sweden.
Hans Brunnström1, Eva Darai-Ramqvist2, Henryk A Domanski1
1Department of Genetics and Pathology, Laboratory Medicine Region Skåne, SE-221 85 Lund, Sweden; Department of Clinical Sciences, Division of Pathology, Lund University, SE-221 00 Lund, Sweden.
Seminars in Diagnostic Pathology
|June 20, 2022
Summary
Interventional cytology, including endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS)-guided aspirations, has a long history in Sweden. This diagnostic method remains valuable, with ongoing advancements in techniques and analyses.
Area of Science:
- Medical diagnostics
- Pathology
- Interventional Cytology
Background:
- Interventional cytology was introduced in Sweden in the late 1940s.
- Cytology became a common practice in Swedish pathology departments by the 1950s.
- Leading hospitals like Karolinska University Hospital and Lund University Hospital have a high volume of cytological samples.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a historical overview of interventional cytology in Sweden.
- To describe the current status of cytology in Sweden.
- To highlight the role of endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) in modern cytology.
Main Methods:
- Historical review of interventional cytology in Sweden.
- Description of current cytological practices.
- Inclusion of advancements like EBUS-guided fine-needle aspirations.
Main Results:
- Cytology has been established in Sweden since the mid-20th century.
- Hospitals in Solna and Lund show high rates of cytological sample collection.
- New techniques like EBUS have been introduced, maintaining cytology's diagnostic value.
Conclusions:
- Interventional cytology has a well-established history in Sweden.
- Cytology remains a crucial diagnostic tool, enhanced by new technologies.
- EBUS-guided cytology represents a significant advancement in the field.
