Revisiting old slides—how worthwhile is it?

Sarla Agarwal; Neelam Wadhwa

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Revisiting old slides—how worthwhile is it?

July 28, 2010

Agarwal S, Wadhwa N. Pathol Res Pract. 2010;206(6):368-71.

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This study reviewed more than 2400 surgical pathology cases and found major diagnostic discrepancies in nearly 7% of cases. The authors advocate for such review to provide opportunities for learning and improvement.

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