What does this research mean for the field?

Cytology has evolved significantly in Greece over the past 50 years, with ongoing efforts to merge cytopathology with anatomic pathology to enhance clinical practice. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

To review the history, current practices, and future directions of cytology in Greece over the past 50 years.

February 25, 2026Open Access

Honoring 50 Years of the Hellenic Cytology Society: A Milestone Event—A Review of the History, Current Practice, and Future Perspectives of Cytology in Greece

Key Points

To review the history, current practices, and future directions of cytology in Greece over the past 50 years.
Reviewed historical events and milestones in cytopathology since 1962.
Examined current practices among 300 society members across various types of specimens.
Discussed quality assurance methods and national screening program participation.
Outlined the formation of a working committee in 2024 for merging cytopathology with anatomic pathology.
Established cytopathology as a medical specialty in 1962 and initiated a professional society in 1975.
Current practices include interventional cytopathology and the use of various ancillary techniques.
The society's members are engaged in national screening efforts and quality assurance practices.
A consensus report was issued to merge cytopathology with anatomic pathology, indicating a future direction for the field.

Abstract

The Hellenic Society of Clinical and Molecular Cytology has celebrated 50 years of service to the Greek population. History Cytopathology was established as a medical specialty in 1962 through the efforts of Dr. Papanicolaou's students. In 1975, the Hellenic Society of Cytopathology was created to promote continuous education of the members, to raise visibility of the specialty in the medical community, to assist in defining the role of cytology in clinical practice, and to create international liaisons. Present The society has 300 members who practice cytology in all types of specimens with a variety of techniques, including interventional cytopathology, the use of ancillary techniques, and participation in the national screening program. Numerous methods are used to guarantee quality assurance of laboratory practice. Future Following national guidelines, a working committee was formed in 2024 and issued a consensus report for merging cytopathology with anatomic pathology in Greece.

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