Introduction
Breast cancer is the most common cancer and the second most common cause of death from cancer in women. Because of the high frequency of the disease and the aesthetic and symbolic value invested in the breast, breast cancer has always been a source of severe distress to patients and their families. For the same reasons, breast cancer research has increased dramatically during the last two decades, resulting in extraordinary progress in our understanding of the disease and in new, more efficient, and less toxic treatments. Furthermore, the diffusion of knowledge, the medical advancements, and the increased public awareness have led to earlier diagnosis at stages usually amenable to complete resection and potential cure of the disease…
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