A general perspective on breast disease and training system for breast cancer specialists in Europe.
10.5468/kjog.2010.53.7.565
- Author:
Hoenil JO
1
Author Information
1. Mirae & Heemang Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic, Seoul, Korea. hoenil@gmail.com
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Breast cancer;
Benign breast disease;
Europe
- MeSH:
Breast;
Breast Diseases;
Breast Neoplasms;
Europe;
Female;
Gynecology;
Humans;
Korea;
Specialization
- From:Korean Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
2010;53(7):565-578
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
Breast is a female reproductve organ and breast disease is closely related to female reproductive function. In recent years, becoming the most frequent cancer in female, breast cancer has emerged as a major health concern for Korean women. Obtaining basic knowledge about breast disease is crucial for the specialists dealing with female reproductive organs. In this article a brief overview over the management of breast cancer as well as benign breast disease will be presented. In addition, the current stauts of training system for breast cancer in Europe will be discussed. Examinations of the current practices in Europe will be able to guide the effort in Korea to incorporate breast diseae into the field of gynecology.
