The 1 million words pathology report or the challenge of a reproducible and meaningful message

Abstract

Many years have passed since the pathology report was all about a single-sentence diagnosis based on morphology. The pathology report is an invaluable source of data that needs to evolve from a narrative reporting to a synoptic reporting system by standardizing data elements to ensure consistency and structured formats that improve completeness, interoperability, and scalability across different health care systems. The convergence of technology, structured data, and artificial intelligence propels the field of pathology toward a future where the synthesis of information benefits not only health care professionals and patients but also serves as a wellspring of knowledge for machines, paving the way for unprecedented strides in data mining and health care innovation.