Breast Disease (eBook)

This first of two volumes provides and 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 book is organised in themed parts exploring topics such as epidemiology, risk factors, genetic biomarkers, 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.

Adnan Aydiner, MD

Clinical Professor of Medical Oncology

Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty

Istanbul University Institute of Oncology

Department of Medical Oncology

Istanbul

TURKEY

Abdullah İgci, MD

Clinical Professor of Surgery

Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty

Department of Surgery

Istanbul

TURKEY

Atilla Soran, MD

Clinical Professor of Surgery

Director, Breast Disease Clinical Research Program

Director, International Breast Fellowship Program

Director, Lymphedema Program

Department of Clinical Oncology

Magee-Womens Hospital of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Pittsburgh, PA

USA