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Study guides, procedure breakdowns, and exam strategy to help you pass the NBSTSA CST exam on your first attempt.
Ear, Nose, and Throat Anatomy for ENT Procedures: A CST Exam Review
A review of ENT anatomy structures relevant to tonsillectomy, sinus surgery, and other otolaryngology procedures.
November 3, 2025
Cranial Anatomy Landmarks for Neurosurgery: A CST Exam Review
A review of cranial bone landmarks and meningeal layers relevant to craniotomy and other neurosurgical procedures.
November 2, 2025
Male Reproductive Anatomy for Urologic Surgery: A CST Exam Review
A review of male reproductive anatomy relevant to prostatectomy, vasectomy, and other urologic surgical procedures.
November 1, 2025
Female Reproductive Anatomy for Gynecologic Surgery: A CST Exam Review
A review of female reproductive anatomy structures relevant to hysterectomy, oophorectomy, and other gynecologic procedures.
October 31, 2025
Hepatobiliary System Anatomy Review: Liver, Gallbladder, and Bile Ducts
A focused review of hepatobiliary anatomy relevant to cholecystectomy, liver resection, and pancreaticobiliary procedures.
October 30, 2025
Endocrine System Anatomy for Surgical Technologists: Key Glands to Know
A review of endocrine gland anatomy relevant to thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal surgical procedures.
October 29, 2025
Integumentary System and Wound Healing Phases for the CST Exam
A review of skin layer anatomy and the phases of wound healing, both frequently tested topics on the CST exam.
October 28, 2025
Gastrointestinal Tract Layers and Structures: A CST Exam Review
A review of the gastrointestinal tract wall layers and major structures relevant to general surgery procedures on the CST exam.
October 27, 2025
Genitourinary System Anatomy Review for the CST Exam
A review of genitourinary anatomy relevant to urology procedures, including kidney, ureter, bladder, and reproductive structures.
October 26, 2025
Nervous System Anatomy Overview for Surgical Technologists
A CST exam-focused review of central and peripheral nervous system anatomy relevant to neurosurgical and general procedures.
October 25, 2025
Musculoskeletal Anatomy for Orthopedic Cases: A CST Exam Review
A review of musculoskeletal anatomy terms and structures most relevant to orthopedic surgical procedures and the CST exam.
October 24, 2025
Respiratory System Anatomy Review for the NBSTSA CST Exam
A focused review of respiratory anatomy relevant to surgical technologists, including airway structures and lung anatomy.
October 23, 2025