Significance of Histological classification
Histological classification is a system used to categorize clinical findings through tissue examination and has various applications in oncology. It includes the classification of lung cancer types according to World Health Organization standards, and aids in diagnosing and treating ovarian cancer by analyzing tumor cellular structure under a microscope. This classification is essential for understanding prognosis and treatment options, especially due to the complexity and variety of subtypes present in certain cancers like ovarian cancer.
Synonyms: Histopathological classification
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The concept of Histological classification in scientific sources
Histological classification involves categorizing tissue structures through microscopic examination, aiding in clinical findings, particularly for gingival recession, and in recognizing diverse tumor subtypes, especially in the complex case of ovarian cancers.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is a method of categorizing tumors, which is used in the context of the World Health Organization's classification of tumors.[1] (2) The process of categorizing tumors based on their cellular structure and appearance under a microscope, critical for determining prognosis and treatment.[2]