title: The role of the gynecologist in the management of breast disease.
abstract: The breast is an organ of reproduction. The diagnosis and treatment of most benign breast conditions and a knowledge of the contemporary treatment of breast cancer are essential components of the current practice of obstetrics and gynecology.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Brown University School of Medicine, Women and Infants Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island.
authors.forename: D J
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Marchant
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000375:Aging; D001941:Breast Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D003276:Contraceptives, Oral / Q000009:adverse effects; D015914:Estrogen Replacement Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects; D005260:Female; D005348:Fibrocystic Breast Disease / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D005355:Fibrosis; D006176:Gynecology; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010819:Physician's Role; D012306:Risk
chemical_list: D003276:Contraceptives, Oral