Atlas of Breast Surgery

Abstract

In recent years, there have been several important developments in the surgical management of breast diseases, such as new techniques for tumor resection, reconstructive surgery, lymph node assessment, and cosmetic surgery. Thus, perhaps more than in any other field, breast surgery has evolved into both a surgical science and an art. This atlas describes various surgical techniques for treating diseases of the breast, incorporating both the science and art of this unique field. Historical overview of breast surgery -- Anatomy -- Diagnostic procedures -- Surgery for benign breast diseases -- Biopsy procedures -- Surgery for breast carcinoma -- Plastic and reconstructive breast surgery.