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. 2021 Feb;49(2):273-286.
doi: 10.1002/dc.24639. Epub 2020 Oct 19.

Developing indicators for quality assurance in cytopathology. Catalan Society of Cytopathology

Francisco Tresserra  1 , Jordi Temprana  2 , Carem Vasquez  3 , Belen Lloveras  4 , Isabel Català  5 , Xavier Tarroch  6 , Neus Combalia  7 , Francesc Alameda  4 , Ramon Bosch  8 , Joana Gallardo  7 , Eva Mancebo  5 , Gemma Fabra  1 , Maria Carme Dinares  2 , Maria Santacana  9 , Clarisa Gonzalez  6 , Francisco Pérez-Ochoa  10
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Developing indicators for quality assurance in cytopathology. Catalan Society of Cytopathology

Francisco Tresserra et al. Diagn Cytopathol. 2021 Feb.

Abstract

Background: Quality control in cytology must be established through reliable and easily measurable indicators.

Methods: From the Catalan Society of Cytopathology a group of experts has been established to write a document with 13 indicators that cover the entire cytological process, based on its Cytopathology Quality Guide. It has been elaborated through guides and documents with scientific evidence and DELPHI methodology in order to reach a structured consensus on the opinions of a group of experts.

Results: Thirteen indicators, covering all the cytologic process are expressed in worksheets specifying all their characteristics.

Conclusion: This document allows the control of all stages of the cytological process.

Keywords: DELPHI methodology; cytology; quality indicators.

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