For us, unexpected findings are noted in the report as such. The pathologist calls and personally notifies the surgeon. The date/time and person called is noted in the report.
Example: NOTE: Unexpected findings of XXXXXXXX discussed with Dr XXXX on 7/31/2015, 1115. Hope this helps. Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP) Anatomic Pathology Supervisor Holy Redeemer Hospital Laboratory 1648 Huntingdon Pike Meadowbrook, PA 19046 Ph: 215-938-3676 Fax: 215-938-3874 _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet