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Ever since the publication of the first edition in 1997, the Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice series has met the needs of surgeons in higher training and practising consultants by providing contemporary, evidence-based information on the sub-specialist areas relevant to their general surgical practice. All eight volumes are thoroughly edited and supported by evidence-based references to support key recommendations. This new Fourth Edition brings together the relevant state-of-the-art specialist information that the editors and authors consider important for the practising sub-specialist general surgeon. Purchase of a print book also includes a downloadable version of the eBook.
Table des matières
The role of imaging in breast diagnosis including screening and excision of impalpable lesions
Pathology and biology of breast cancer
Ductoscopy and the intraductal approach to breast cancer
Breast-conserving surgery: the balance between good cosmesis and local control
Techniques of mastectomy tips and pitfalls
Oncoplastic procedures to allow breast conservation and a satisfactory cosmetic outcome
The axilla: current management including sentinel node and lymphoedema
Prevention of breast cancer: the genetics of breast cancer and risk-reducing surgery
Breast reconstruction
Breast cancer treatments of uncommon diseases
Treatment of ductal carcinoma in situ
The role of systemic therapy in patients with operable breast cancer
Locally advanced breast cancer
Metastatic disease and palliative care
Adjuvant radiotherapy in the management of breast cancer
Psychosocial issues in breast cancer
Benign breast disease
Litigation in breast disease
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