Volker Barth

Diagnosis of Breast Diseases (eBook, PDF)

Integrating the Findings of Clinical Presentation, Mammography, and Ultrasound

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

A practical approach to the early detection and management of breast cancer

This atlas provides radiologists with essential information for the differential diagnosis of breast diseases on the basis of clinical presentation, mammography, and ultrasound. It begins with chapters on tumor biology, prognostic factors, and histology. The authors then provide a thorough evaluation of various methods for early detection and accurate diagnosis, including analog and digital mammography, ultrasound, MR imaging, PET/CT, and interventional procedures. They discuss in detail the strengths and limitations of each imaging modality, aspects of quality control, test intervals, peri- and postoperative management principles, and follow-up care.

Highlights:

• Presentation of difficult cases that effectively demonstrate the diagnostic hurdles and forensic pitfalls in breast diagnosis
• Special sections on breast cancer in men and young women, with discussion of women who are pregnant or lactating
• Color-coded practical tips and clinical notes for optimal comprehension of the material
• Extensive Q&A sections for self-testing in two major chapters
• More than 1,700 high-quality illustrations, including clinical color photographs, ultrasound images, and mammograms

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Thieme
• Seitenzahl: 448
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. Januar 2011
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9783131470010
• Artikelnr.: 33243266

Inhaltsangabe

<p><strong>1 Introduction</strong><br><strong>2 Aspects of Tumor Biology</strong><br>Causes, Growth Factors, Endocrine and Exocrine Influences<br>Hormone Replacement Therapy in Menopause<br>Predisposing Genetic Factors<br>Case-Control Study on Sports and Breast Cancer<br>Summary<br><strong>3 Prognostic Factors</strong><br>Growth Rate, Tumor Size, Lymph Node Involvement, and Prognosis<br><strong>4 Macroanatomy, Histology, Radiography, and Ultrasound</strong><br>Anatomy of the Breast: Lobes, Lobules, and the Terminal Duct Lobular Unit (TDLU)<br>Terminal Duct Lobular Unit: Microradiography, Mammography, and Sonography<br>Conclusions<br><strong>5 Early Detection and Appropriate Treatment</strong><br>Diagnostic Options<br>Possibilities and Limitations of Complementary Investigations<br>Therapy and Perioperative Management<br>Postoperative Changes and Follow-Up<br>Answers<br><strong>6 Summary</strong></p>