Histological Specimens for Head and Neck Neoplasm

The complex histopathology of the head and neck comprises lesions of the salivary gland, thyroid, parathyroid, odontogenic, sinonasal, upper aerodigestive tract, and skull base. Understanding the differential diagnosis based on morphologic traits and anatomical location is essential. This chapter on the head and neck examines major diagnoses, including reactive, benign, and malignant entities for each anatomic site, emphasizing the histologic characteristics and patterns. There are pearls that highlight supplementary aspects and potential issues. Acquaintance will augment your understanding of head and neck pathology with associated diagnoses for careful differential diagnostic evaluation.