Definition/General
Clinical Features
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Gross Description
Microscopic Description
Immunohistochemistry
Molecular/Genetic
Differential Diagnosis
Sample Pathology Report
Template Format
Sample Pathology Report
Complete Report: This is an example of how the final pathology report should be structured for this condition.
Specimen Information
Vulvar biopsy from [site], measuring [size] cm
Diagnosis
Lichen planus, [erosive/non-erosive] variant
Classification
Classification: [Erosive/Non-erosive/Hypertrophic], activity: [Active/Chronic]
Histological Features
Shows [interface dermatitis] with [lichenoid infiltrate] and [epithelial changes]
Interface Changes
Interface shows [basal cell damage] with [Civatte bodies] and [vacuolization]
Inflammatory Infiltrate
Infiltrate is [band-like/diffuse] composed of [lymphocytes] with [density]
Epithelial Changes
Epithelium shows [acanthosis/atrophy] with [hyperkeratosis] and [erosion status]
Basement Membrane
Basement membrane: [thickened/normal] with [PAS positivity]
Special Studies
Direct immunofluorescence: [performed/not performed]: [results]
IHC: [if performed]: [results]
[other study]: [result]
Prognostic Factors
Risk factors: variant type, extent of disease, scarring
Final Diagnosis
Vulvar lichen planus, [variant], [activity status]