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Breast Health and Common Breast Problems: A Practical Approach »
Authors: Pamela S., Ed. Ganshow Ed., Frances E. Norlock, Elizabeth A. Jacobs, Elizabeth A. Marcus
ISBN-13: 9781930513228, ISBN-10: 1930513224
Format: Paperback
Publisher: American College of Physicians
Date Published: August 2004
Edition: (Non-applicable)
Author Biography: Pamela S., Ed. Ganshow Ed.
Book Synopsis
Ganschow (medicine, Rush Medical College) reviews topics related to breast health for physicians, nurse practitioners, and other primary care providers, covering normal breast function, breast cancer screening and prevention, evaluation of breast abnormalities and common breast problems, and breast alterations. Clinical examination and self-examination techniques are described and illustrated, and algorithms provide diagnosis, management, and referral strategies. The book will serve as a tool for assessing and managing common breast problems and advising patients on breast cancer risk and prevention. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Table of Contents
| Foreword | ||
| 1 | Breast anatomy and development | 3 |
| 2 | Breastfeeding and lactation | 15 |
| 3 | Breast cancer risk factors, risk assessment, and genetic testing | 53 |
| 4 | Reducing the risk for breast cancer | 80 |
| 5 | Clinical breast examination and breast self-examination | 100 |
| 6 | Screening mammography | 120 |
| 7 | Evaluation and management of palpable breast abnormalities | 157 |
| 8 | Evaluation and management of abnormalities detected on mammogram | 179 |
| 9 | Breast pain | 205 |
| 10 | Nipple discharge | 225 |
| 11 | Breast infections | 241 |
| 12 | Axillary lymphadenopathy without breast abnormality | 252 |
| 13 | Gynecomastia | 263 |
| 14 | Augmentation and reduction mammaplasty : helping patients decide | 281 |
| Index | 297 |
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