Breast Disease

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, MDClinical Professor of Medical OncologyIstanbul University Istanbul Medical FacultyIstanbul University Institute of OncologyDepartment of Medical OncologyIstanbulTURKEY  Abdullah Igci, MDClinical Professor of SurgeryIstanbul University Istanbul Medical FacultyDepartment of SurgeryIstanbulTURKEY  Atilla Soran, MDClinical Professor of SurgeryDirector, Breast Disease Clinical Research ProgramDirector, International Breast Fellowship ProgramDirector, Lymphedema ProgramDepartment of Clinical OncologyMagee-Womens Hospital of the University of Pittsburgh Medical CenterPittsburgh, PAUSA