Full Description
This abundantly illustrated reference focuses on the essential information needed by pathologists in order to interpret breast lesions (tumors) appropriately. Particular attention is paid to the diagnostic criteria with systematic analysis of differential diagnoses. Value and limitations of immunohistochemistry as a diagnostic adjunct are demonstrated as well. The presentation is structured for quick retrieval of information.
Contents
The Normal Breast.- Specimen Processing.- Fibrocystic Change and Duct Ectasia.- Adenosis.- Intraductal Proliferative Lesions.- Intraductal Papillary Neoplasms.- Lobular Intraepithelial Neoplasia (LIN).- Infiltrating Ductal Carcinoma (NOS Type).- Invasive Lobular Carcinoma (ILC).- Special Types of Breast Carcinomas.- Biphasic Tumors.- Disease of the Nipple.- Male Breast Lesions.- Mesenchymal Lesions/Tumors.- Myoepithelial Lesions/Neoplasms.- Miscellaneous Lesions.- Cytopathology of Benign and Malignant Lesions (Selected Topics).- Immunohistochemistry (Selected Topics).
