The Surgery Of Childhood Tumors
by Robert Carachi /
2016 / English / PDF
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Beginning with the scientific basis of tumors, this
book provides up-to-date information on epidemiology,
cytogenetics, and molecular biology, before examining current
treatments for the full range of pediatric tumors. Integration of
surgery, neoadjuvant and adjuvant chemotherapy, and radiation
therapy is a dominant theme. In addition, chapters on supportive
care, palliative care, and the role of parents’ associations
reflect the book's holistic approach.
Beginning with the scientific basis of tumors, this
book provides up-to-date information on epidemiology,
cytogenetics, and molecular biology, before examining current
treatments for the full range of pediatric tumors. Integration of
surgery, neoadjuvant and adjuvant chemotherapy, and radiation
therapy is a dominant theme. In addition, chapters on supportive
care, palliative care, and the role of parents’ associations
reflect the book's holistic approach.
All chapters are written
by world-renowned international authorities on
pediatric cancer from major children's cancer groups.
Excellent full-color pictures and line drawings illustrate all
aspects of managing childhood tumors, including details of
operative techniques neglected in many other texts. This
comprehensive book, expanded and updated to encompass the very
latest developments and strategies, provides a contemporary
approach for pediatric, general, and urological surgeons dealing
with childhood tumors.
All chapters are written
by world-renowned international authorities on
pediatric cancer from major children's cancer groups.
Excellent full-color pictures and line drawings illustrate all
aspects of managing childhood tumors, including details of
operative techniques neglected in many other texts. This
comprehensive book, expanded and updated to encompass the very
latest developments and strategies, provides a contemporary
approach for pediatric, general, and urological surgeons dealing
with childhood tumors.