[Prevalence of male breast cancer in our department during a 5-year period].

Male breast cancer is a rare entity. Statistics suggest the female:male ratio is100:1. Male breast cancer is most frequent in elderly patients, but it can occur at any age.

[Changing trends in breast surgery over a five year period (1998-2002)--a retrospective analysis].

Today's development in breast cancer surgery are characterized by the principle of the smallest necessary intervention in contrast with the radicality of the past. To achieve this goal the primary and crucial task is the recognition of early (stage I or II) breast cancer. The National Screening Program started 2002 provides ideal conditions.