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ReviewPathologie (Heidelberg, Germany)2026

[Brain dissection in general pathology : Practical recommendations from a neuropathological perspective].

Friederike Liesche-Starnecker, Zuzanna Mielewczyk, Przemyslaw Grochowski, Nicola Jungbäck, Patrick Adam, Bruno Märkl, Jürgen Schlegel

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Friederike Liesche-StarneckerInstitut für Neuropathologie, Universitätsklinikum Ulm, Medizinische Fakultät, Universität Ulm, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081, Ulm, Deutschland. friederike.liesche-starnecker@uni-ulm.de.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-1948-1580
Zuzanna MielewczykInstitut für Neuropathologie, Universitätsklinikum Ulm, Medizinische Fakultät, Universität Ulm, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081, Ulm, Deutschland.
Przemyslaw GrochowskiPathologie, Medizinische Fakultät, Universität Augsburg, Augsburg, Deutschland.
Nicola JungbäckInstitut für Neuropathologie, Universitätsklinikum Ulm, Medizinische Fakultät, Universität Ulm, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081, Ulm, Deutschland.
Patrick AdamPathologie Ingolstadt, Ingolstadt, Deutschland.
Bruno MärklPathologie, Medizinische Fakultät, Universität Augsburg, Augsburg, Deutschland.
Jürgen SchlegelPathologie, Medizinische Fakultät, Universität Augsburg, Augsburg, Deutschland.

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Abstract

backgroundSince neuropathology departments in Germany are mainly located only at university hospitals, brain sections are frequently performed by general pathologists. This article provides practical recommendations for a structured approach and highlights situations in which neuropathological consultation is advisable.

methodsThe recommendations are based on established procedures, current literature, and personal professional experience. They are intended as a practical guide rather than a formal guideline.

resultsKey steps for removal, fixation, and sectioning as well as interpretation of the findings are described. Hereby, the importance of clinical information and of a systematic assessment of macroscopic and histological changes is emphasized. Furthermore, typical situations are described in which neuropathological expertise is recommended. DISCUSSION: A structured brain section enhances the overall quality of the autopsy. It enables a valid integration of cerebral changes into a broader context. Close collaboration between pathology and neuropathology is essential and beneficial for both sides.

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BrainDissectionNeuropathologyAutopsyGermanyHumansAutopsyDiagnosticsNeuropathologyReferral and consultationUniversity hospitals

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