Selected as a Doody’s Core Title for 2021!
Definitive, detailed, and multidisciplinary in scope, Surgery of the Breast: Principles and Art, Fourth Edition, remains the most comprehensive “how-to” reference on today’s breast surgery. The text and its content have been thoroughly updated and carefully consolidated into one volume, to describe and demonstrates the most advanced and successful techniques for all types of oncological, reconstructive, and aesthetic breast surgeries—covering oncologic management of breast disease, breast reconstruction, reduction mammoplasty and mastopexy, augmentation mammoplasty, and more. Ideal for both plastic surgeons and general surgeons who perform a high volume of breast surgery, this classic text has been significantly revised to bring you fully up to date.
- Superbly illustrated with over 1500 drawings and full-color preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative photographs.
- Up-to-date information on every aspect of breast surgery, including new coverage of the emerging role of pre-pectoral implants in breast implant procedures.
- Fully revised table of contents with new chapters on oncoplastic techniques and breast reduction, as well as the evolving role of fat grafting in partial mastectomy defects, implant-based reconstruction, autologous reconstruction, lipo-augmentation, and aesthetic breast surgery in transgender patients (female to male and male to female).
- More chapters directly address problems and controversies in the treatment of breast cancer.
- New editors and new international contributors provide authoritative guidance and a fresh perspective.
Dr. Emily S –
An invaluable resource! As a plastic surgeon specializing in breast reconstruction, this book has been a game-changer. The updates in the 4th edition are comprehensive and easy to follow. It’s my go-to reference for both routine and complex cases.
Dr. Carlos M –
The best guide on breast surgery I’ve come across. From detailed illustrations to the step-by-step guidance, it’s a must-have for any breast surgeon. I’ve been practicing for 15 years, and this edition keeps me current with the latest techniques.
Rachel L –
I was impressed with the depth of content and clarity in the explanations. As a resident, this book has been crucial in building my understanding of breast surgery principles. The 4th edition is an essential tool for both learning and practice.
Jonathan P –
A gold standard in breast surgery literature. Spear’s 4th edition provides practical advice and in-depth knowledge on both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. I highly recommend it to anyone in the field.