Male breast cancer

Br J Hosp Med. 1993;49(2):104-6, 110.

Abstract

The most important epidemiological, aetiological, diagnostic and therapeutic problems related to male breast cancer are reviewed. Early diagnosis is important in order to achieve optimal results, which can be similar to those following the treatment of female breast cancer.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Breast Neoplasms* / diagnosis
  • Breast Neoplasms* / etiology
  • Breast Neoplasms* / surgery
  • Gynecomastia / complications
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mastectomy, Modified Radical
  • Mastectomy, Radical
  • Middle Aged
  • Prognosis
  • Risk Factors