Title: Cytomorphological Study of Ascitic Fluid for Evaluation of Different Malignancies: A 1 Year Study
Authors: Dr Varsha Argal, Prof. Dr. Ashok Panchonia, Dr Manish Panth, Dr Smita Doharey, Dr C. S. Chhatrasal
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v8i8.46
Abstract
Introduction: Ascites means an increased volume of fluid collecting within the peritoneal cavity. It should be used judiciously for cases where there is a strong clinical suspicion for malignancy. A detail morphological analysis with proper clinical information and correlation with other investigations can be used to reach definitive diagnosis.
Aims & Objective: 1)To study the cytological features of different ascetic fluids. 2)To find out the most common findings in ascetic fluid. 3) To evaluate the most common malignancy in the ascetic fluid.
Material & Method: Study was conducted in the Department of Pathology Cytopathology section. Fluids are processed and slides were prepared for the microscopic analysis.
Results: 146 ascetic fluids were analyzed out of which 98 were of cirrhosis, 32 were malignant or metastatic, 14 are of non specific inflammation, 2 are acellular smears.
Conclusion: Ascitic fluid examination is an important diagnostic tool for various malignancies associated with liver, ovary etc. It is the simplest method to approach toward malignant lesions as per the metastatic deposits.
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