Breast Pathology, 1st Edition

The emphasis is on how to evaluate and interpret a lesion presented by a diagnostically relevant case in a way that integrates theory and practical experience.Actual cases enhance learning and retention of information that highlight which pathologic findings are clinically significant and which are notDiscusses advances in molecular diagnostic testing, its capabilities and its limitations, including targeted/personalized medicineIncorporates the latest TNM staging and WHO classification systems, as well as new diagnostic biomarkers and their utility in differential diagnosis, newly described variants, and new histologic entities.Over 700 high-quality full color illustrations. Provides the user with a complete visual guide to each tumor or tumor-like lesion and assists in the recognition and diagnosis of any tissue sample under the microscope.The pathologic features are extensively detailed with descriptions of the macroscopic features, microscopic findings, cytopathology (as indicated), and as needed, ancillary studies.Incorporates relevant data from ancillary techniques (immunohistochemistry, cytogenetics, and molecular genetics). Provides the pathologist in practice with all of the necessary tools required to master the latest breakthroughs in diagnostic technology.Clinicopathologic background and ancillary imaging techniques incorporated throughout.Provides the user with all of the necessary diagnostic tools to make a complete and accurate pathologic report.