Practical Clinical Oncology

Practical Clinical Oncology is a hands-on review of all aspects of current practice in clinical oncology. The introductory section to the book provides background information on the four main treatment modalities – radiotherapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy and biological therapy – plus research, oncological emergencies and palliative care. Subsequent chapters describe the diagnosis and treatment of all malignancies, based on tumour site or type. Each chapter follows a standard template, making it easier for the readers to locate information quickly; multiple choice questions are also provided to enable the reader to test their knowledge.

Practical Algorithms in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Algorithms are practical tools to help us address diagnostic and therapeutic problems in a logical, efficient and cost-effective fashion. Practical Algorithms in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology uses this approach to assist the clinician caring for children with blood disorders and possible malignancies. The book is designed for the general practitioner and pediatrician who are not exposed to these problems on a daily basis as well as residents and trainees in Pediatrics and Pediatric Hematology and Oncology.

Leukaemia Diagnosis, Fourth Edition

UP-TO-DATE PRACTICAL GUIDE TO LEUKAEMIA DIAGNOSIS

Written by a renowned expert this practical guide had been fully revised and updated. The book covers recent advances in the fields of immunophenotyping, cytogenetics and molecular genetics. It illustrates how laboratory techniques are used for the diagnosis and classification of leukaemia and includes images of abnormal cells to aid diagnosis.

This fourth edition:

• Incorporates the recommendations of the 2008 WHO Classification of Tumours of Haematopoietic and Lymphoid Tissues
• Includes 300 high quality full colour digital images of abnormal cells in leukaemia and lymphoma – 50 of which are completely new

Skin Cancer Management: A Practical Approach

The incidence of skin cancer continues to rise, as do the challenges physicians face in treating the growing population of skin cancer patients. Skin Cancer Management: A Practical Approach addresses the spectrum of skin cancers from the precancerous to the inoperable. A wide selection of medical treatments and surgical procedures are described in detail and supplemented with an abundance of full-color figures. Numerous case studies help to illustrate the various techniques. Additional highlights of the book include a discussion of potential complications and their management in each chapter; boxed insets that emphasize the most important clinical facts.

Management Options in Breast Cancer: Case Histories, Best Practice, and Clinical Decision-Making

Management Options in Breast Cancer is the only comprehensive resource devoted to exploring the systematic approach to breast cancer diagnosis, surgery, and postoperative care. This guide is an ideal tool for oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, and gynecologists exploring alternative management options for breast cancer. In addition, trainees will find this text a valuable reference for learning the basic principles and clinical guidelines of the field. 

Key features in this stand-alone text: an international review of the management options in the field of breast cancer clinical practice case-based examples designed to aid in clinician decision-making two chapters devoted to rarely-explored topics: male breast cancer and geriatric breast cancer.

Cancer Pain: Assessment and Management, Second Edition

Drs. Eduardo D. Bruera and Russell K. Portenoy have completely revised and updated the widely respected Cancer Pain: Assessment and Management for the second edition of this unanimously praised book. This is a comprehensive, clinically oriented review of all aspects of the complex and multidimensional problem of cancer pain. The unique characteristics of cancer pain, including pathophysiology, clinical assessment, diagnosis, and pharmacological and nonpharmacological management are all discussed here in detail. Internationally recognized leaders in cancer pain research have contributed to many new chapters, including neuraxial analgesia, hospice and institution.

Managing Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is the most common malignant neoplasm and its incidence is rising worldwide. The epidemic increase in such tumors calls for efficient management by the application of appropriate guidelines for therapy and prevention. Clinicians managing these patients need to keep up to date with the latest advances, allowing them to provide optimal treatment. This practical guide offers the reader a comprehensive overview of the options for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cutaneous cancer. It covers all common skin cancers and also rarer lesions. Employing an "evidence-based medicine" approach, this truly international work presents a well-illustrated text in a reader-friendly format with step-by-step guidelines and visual flowcharts. Dermatologists, oncologists, and all other interested physicians will find this book an extraordinarily valuable resource for the clinical management of cutaneous cancer in their daily practice.

Anatomic Basis of Tumor Surgery (Second Edition)

Modern biological understanding is the basis for a multimodality treatment of a tumor. 'Anatomic Basis of Tumor Surgery' is the only book that provides an anatomic basis and description of tumor surgery based on an understanding of both the anatomy and biology of tumor progression. It presents the regional anatomy to allow tailoring of the operation as demanded.

Atlas of Procedures in Gynecologic Oncology, Second Edition

Covering the latest developments in both open and minimally invasive surgery, Atlas of Procedures in Gynecologic Oncology, Second Edition has been massively updated to keep abreast with the latest developments in the field.
 

Updated topics include:

• Surgical staging
• Surgical cytoreduction
• Central venous catheter placement
• Retroperitoneal lymph node dissection
• Vaginal radical trachelectomy
• SLN mapping for cervical cancer

Manual of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Entirely updated to reflect modern thinking and protocols, the Manual of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology provides concise information needed for the day-to-day management of children with pediatric hematologic and oncologic diseases. The clear style allows readers to make an accurate diagnosis and permits him/her to treat patients even if they have not had extensive previous hematologic or oncologic experience. Pertinent advances in molecular genetics, cytogenetics, immunology, transplantation and biochemistry are the result of 40 years of practical experience by the author in the management of patients and incorporates various contributors who have had extensive clinical experience.

Pediatric CNS Tumors (Pediatric Oncology)

Pediatric CNS Tumors is a detailed review of childhood brain tumors with a particular emphasis on providing treatment algorithms for each tumor type. Controversies and current therapeutic agents under development are also discussed. The second edition includes expanded chapters on embryonal tumors, rare tumor types, and supportive care for patients with brain tumors