The mammary gland is composed of an epithelial system of ducts and lobuloalveolar secretory units embedded in a mesenchymally derived fat pad. The growth and morphogenesis of the epithelial structures of the breast occur in various stages and are associated…
Paired mammary glands, or breasts, are a distinguishing feature of mammals. These glands evolved as milk-producing organs to provide nourishment to the offspring, in a relatively immature and dependent state, with embryonic development in utero. The organ develops from the…
Introduction Medicine and surgery have undergone drastic changes in the past century. This is due in part to the modernization of technology as well as new approaches and techniques for treatment. An ideal intervention or treatment will effectively treat the…