Synopses & Reviews
Acclaim for the first edition:
Succinct, well organized, and easy-to-followof the highest qualityrecommended. -- Radiology
Excellent histologic illustrations and concise textprovides a firm foundation in fundamental concepts.-- American Journal of Roentgenology
Remarkablesplendid illustrations provide large views of the lesionsgood reference for any clinician interested in breast pathology. -- Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy
Focused on a modern, interdisciplinary approach to diagnosing and managing diseases of the breast, this concise book builds on the high standard set in the previous edition. It provides a complete foundation in the basic principles, radiologic appearance and underlying pathology of breast disease, without overwhelming non-pathologist members of the team with excessive detail. For effective communication at every level, Practical Breast Pathology, Second Editionprovides the clear information, case examples and superb illustrations that make it an ideal clinical problem solver.
Special features of the second edition:
- High-quality examples of modern multimodality radiology (digital mammography, ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging) correlated with large-format 2D and 3D histologic slides
- New findings on such clinically important topics as the lobar nature of breast carcinoma, multifocality, diffuse carcinomas and extent of disease, concept of the sick lobe and more
- Introduction of the molecular classification of invasive breast cancer
- Discussion of prognostic and predictive factors in breast carcinoma, such as hormone receptors and HER2 status
- Updates on preoperative diagnosis, including intact biopsy and radiologic assessment of the extent and distribution of lesions
Enriched with new information and stunning illustrations in every chapter, Practical Breast Pathology, Second Edition is a key link in the exchange between pathologists, radiologists, oncologists and breast surgeons, as well as residents and trainees. It provides an essential framework for understanding the mammographic-pathologic correlation, leading to increased cooperation among clinical team members and significantly improved outcomes for patients.
Review
'Succinct, well-organized, and easy to follow. . .of the highest quality. . .the authors have succeeded in covering 'the information which the nonpathologist needs to know and the pathologist should provide about breast diseases'. . .highly recommended to residents and practicing physicians who have an interest in diseases of the breast. . .well worth the investment.' --RadiologyA wonderful introduction to the essential principles...excellent histologic illustrations and concise text...provides a firm foundation in fundamental concepts...everyone who reads it will appreciate the artistry of the pathologist's technique and perspective. --American Journal of Roentgenology This book would be very useful to a pathologist.. --Canadian Journal of Medical Radiation TechnologyClearly and concisely introduces the specific vocabulary of the pathologist to radiologists, surgeons, oncologists, and other breast disease specialists...the abundant illustrations are superb...explanations of breast pathology are clear...easy to understand and a pleasure to read. --AuntMinnie.comA remarkable book...an exceptional number of splendid illustrations provide large views of the lesions, their environment, and possible heterogeneity...a good reference for any clinician interested in breast pathology. --Surgical and Radiologic AnatomyThe histological slides are colourful and the quality of the breast images is good. . . . This book would be very useful to a pathologist working with the breast imaging team . . . - Canadian Journal of Medical Radiation Technology
Synopsis
Review By AuntMinnie.com
Ideal for general pathologists who may not be familiar with breast examinations, here is the first book to correlate breast pathology and mammography. This outstanding new book provides all the basic facts needed for pathologic examinations, with hundreds of diagrams, slides, and histological illustrations to demonstrate the process. A strong emphasis is placed on the teamwork philosophy, teaching specialists from different fields how to function together.
Key features:
- Extensively illustrated with hundreds of diagrams, radiographs, and full-color illustrations to guide you through the pathologic process
- Valuable information on understanding the connection between radiologic appearance and the underlying pathology
- Concise text providing the relevant information specialists need
- The first text to focus on the team approach to treating breast cancers
Covering topics such as hyperplastic changes, benign and malignant lesions, invasive breast carcinoma, preoperative diagnostic criteria, and more, Practical Breast Pathology is essential for all radiologists, pathologists, surgeons and oncologists involved in breast cancer detection. Stay on the cutting edge of the field with this state-of-the-art guide, order today!
About the Author
Professor, Dept. of Diagnostic Radiology, University of Turku, Finland; Visiting Professor, Brigham and Womens Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA