Breast Surgery meets the needs of surgeons in higher training and practising consultants for a contemporary and evidence-based account of this sub-specialty that is relevant to their general surgical practice. It is a practical reference source incorporating the most current information on recent developments, management issues and operative procedures. The text is thoroughly referenced and supported by evidence-based recommendations wherever possible, distinguishing between strong evidence to support a conclusion, and evidence suggesting that a recommendation can be reached on the balance of probabilities.
This is a title in the Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice series whose eight volumes are an established and highly regarded source of information for the specialist general surgeon.

Key Features

The Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice series provides a current and concise summary of the key topics within each major surgical sub-specialty.

Each volue highlights evidence-based practice both in the text and within the extensive list of references at the end of every chapter.

Purchase of a print book also includes a downloadable version of the eBook.


The role of imaging in breast diagnosis including screening and excision of impalpable lesions
Pathology and biology of breast cancer
Nipple discharge and the role of ductoscopy in breast diseases
Breast-conserving surgery: the balance between good cosmesis and local control
Techniques of mastectomy - tips and pitfalls
Oncoplastic procedures to allow breast conservation and a satisfactory cosmetic outcome
The axilla: current management including sentinel node and lymphoedema
The genetics of breast cancer, risk-reducing surgery and prevention
Breast reconstruction
Breast cancer treatments of uncommon diseases
Treatment of ductal carcinoma in situ
The role of adjuvant systemic therapy in patients with operable breast cancer
Locally advanced breast cancer
Metastatic disease and palliative care
The role of adjuvant radiotherapy in the management of breast cancer
Psychosocial issues in breast cancer
Benign breast disease
Litigation in breast disease
Index