ISSN:
1432-2307
Keywords:
Keywords Normal breast
;
Mammographic patterns
;
Large sections
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract Mammography screening calls for a reevaluation of the working relationship between physicians dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of breast diseases. In this new era, histologic-mammographic correlation needs to be extended to correctly describe the deceptive mammographic findings that correspond to variations in normal breast tissue. Progress in histologic-mammographic correlation can only be made by overcoming the limitations inherent to the traditional histologic technique by examining a histologic specimen of greater length, width, and depth. There are several distinct advantages to using the large-section histology technique in the diagnosis of breast diseases. The subgross (three-dimensional) histology technique serves to bridge the gap that separates the pathologist and radiologist, bringing them to a common ground for a better understanding of breast morphology. These improvements in communication between the members of the diagnostic team will serve to optimize the sensitivity and specificity of breast cancer diagnosis.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s004280000301
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