Full Description
Part of the highly regarded Biopsy Interpretation Series, Biopsy Interpretation of the Breast, 4th Edition, written and edited by Drs. Stuart J. Schnitt and Laura C. Collins, provides practical, highly illustrated information on interpreting the full range of pathologic alterations encountered in breast tissue. Well-organized and highly readable, this fully revised volume offers the information needed to successfully navigate both common and unusual issues that arise in day-to-day practice, making it the perfect reference for surgical pathologists in practice or in training.
Groups lesions according to their histologic patterns and then points out the characteristics that distinguish one type of lesion from another
Provides up-to-date discussions of core-needle biopsy, molecular pathology, and genetics that are most relevant to daily practice
Contains more than 600 images that highlight key diagnostic features, as well as additional images online
Emphasizes the role of adjunctive studies in solving diagnostic problems wherever appropriate, highlights areas of controversy and unresolved issues, and offers pragmatic recommendations in areas where evidence-based diagnostic criteria are lacking
Reflects the preferred WHO nomenclature and diagnostic criteria
