Cancer of the Breast

This trusted resource offers in-depth coverage of all aspects of breast cancer, from epidemiology and pathology through surgical and non-surgical management to psychological and legal issues. The meticulously updated and revised New Edition provides cutting-edge information on genetics, screening, mammography and sonography, lymphatic mapping and sentinel node biopsy, in situ carcinoma and early invasive carcinoma, biologic response modifiers, reconstruction, and much more!· Keeps readers current with state-of-the-art information on diagnosis...genetic aspects of breast cancer and oncogenies...gross and microscopic anatomy...surgical management of cardiothoracic metastases...pain and orthopedic management...and many other vital topics.· Helps practitioners provide well-balanced care with coverage of the psychological and social impacts of breast cancer...the benefits of nutrition and exercise...cancer prevention......much more.· Covers special problems such as multiple primary cancers and breast cancer with pregnancy.· Offers valuable advice on legal issues in breast cancer management, one of the leading reasons for malpractice cases.· Presents over 310 illustrations that make every detail clear.· Delivers 10 brand-new chapters, including Stage IV Carcinomas (Ch. 27), Lymphatic Mapping and Sentinel Node Biopsy (Ch. 25), Genetic Basis for Emergence & Progression of Breast Cancer (Ch. 10), Molecular Biology of Breast Cancer (Ch. 11), Cellular Kinetics of Breast Cancer (Ch. 19), In situ Carcinoma of the Breast (Ch. 23), and many other timely subjects.· Addresses topics of emerging importance such as benign breast disorders, microscopic anatomy, oncogenes, cancer prevention, cardiothoracic problems, orthopedic problems, legal issues, pain control, and community resources for the patient with breast cancer.