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Breast Anatomy and Physiology
Pages 1-9
This first of two fully updated volumes provides an in-depth account of breast disease characteristics, imaging and diagnosis. Covering from breast anatomy and tumor biology to benign and malignant lesions this is an indispensable companion for breast specialists, medical oncologists, radiologists and pathologists. The new edition contains chapters covering nuclear medicine and a chapter explaining biostatistical and epidemiological terms and has been updated to reflect the latest changes in biomarkers and cancer staging. The book explores topics such as epidemiology, risk factors, pathological evaluation of tumors and biopsy techniques.
With a high number of colored illustrations and edited by highly experienced clinicians, this work enables readers to gain an interdisciplinary perspective on breast diseases. Contributions from an international team of experts present invaluable insight into pathological and epidemiological aspects of breast disease. Covering both theoretical and practical aspects of breast cancer this is a highly informative and carefully presented book which will appeal to an international audience of breast cancer practitioners.
Breast Anatomy and Physiology
Pages 1-9
Benign Diseases of the Breast
Pages 11-15
Benign Breast Tumors
Pages 17-38
Epidemiology, Risk Factors, and Prevention
Pages 39-61
Breast Imaging and Image-Guided Biopsy Techniques
Pages 63-94
Nuclear Medicine in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Breast Cancer
Pages 95-107
Lobular Carcinoma In Situ
Pages 109-113
Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
Pages 115-123
Biology and Genetics of Breast Cancer
Pages 125-142
Clinical Aspects of Estrogen and Progesterone Receptors and ERBB2 Testing
Pages 143-161
Prognostic and Predictive Factors
Pages 163-172
Gene Arrays, Prognosis, and Therapeutic Interventions
Pages 173-189
Bone Marrow Micrometastases and Circulating Tumor Cells
Pages 191-199
Pathology of Breast Cancer
Pages 201-220
Intraoperative Pathological Examination of Breast Lesions
Pages 221-233
Fibroepithelial Tumors of the Breast
Pages 235-239
Mesenchymal Tumors of the Breast
Pages 241-245
Liquid Biopsy in Breast Carcinoma
Pages 247-252
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