Tightly organized into a super-condensed outline bulleted format, this handy, pocket-sized manual details precise, up-to-date information for diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. This complete but concise handbook covers staging, monoclonal antibody therapy, genetic aspects of breast cancer, and prevention strategies, among other important topics. Throughout the book, tables and figures summarize important clinical data and current professional society recommendations, while salient references direct readers to additional information. Current, quick, and concise, for instant access on the ward or in the clinic! Table of Contents Editor’s Preface Introduction Chapter 1. Epidemiology, Risk Factors, & Screening Chapter 2. Diagnostic Tools and Physical Examination Chapter 3. Histopathology, Staging, Natural History and Pathologic Prognostic Factors Chapter 4. Surgical Management of Breast Cancer: Ductal Carcinoma In Situ and Invasive Disease Chapter 5. Systemic Adjuvant Therapy of Early-Stage Breast Cancer Chapter 6. Neoadjuvant Therapy Chapter 7. Radiation for Early-Stage Disease Chapter 8. Management Issues in Metastatic Breast Cancer Chapter 9. Long-Term Complications Chapter 10. Future Therapeutic Directions Chapter 11. Special Conditions: Male Breast Cancer, Pregnancy Associated Cancer, and Cancer in the Elderly Chapter 12. Prevention Trials Chapter 13. Hereditary Breast Cancer Chapter 14. Primary Care Issues for Breast Ca