Training activity information

Details

Dissect a range of breast specimens received for breast cancer:

  • Mastectomy
  • Wide local excision

Type

Developmental training activity (DTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.

Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.

An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.

Considerations

  • Local SOPs
  • Specimen preparation, orientation, inking, block sampling and macroscopic description
  • Quality of blocks
  • RCPath cancer datasets
  • Macroscopic pathological features specific to the disease entity
  • NICE guidance
  • Breast cancer screening programme
  • Molecular testing strategies and national guidance

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 2 Outcome

Dissect the most common malignant specimens from a range of organ systems.

# 3 Outcome

Employ the appropriate specimen preparation, orientation, inking, block sampling and dissection rationale based on the clinical history for malignant specimens.

# 5 Outcome

Practice safely in accordance with quality management and accreditation standards.