Author: Robert Carachi (Editor), Jay L. Grosfeld (Editor) Full Title: The Surgery Of Childhood Tumors, 3rd Edition Publisher: Springer; 3rd ed. 2016 edition (April 29, 2016) Year: 2016 ISBN-13: 9783662485903 (978-3-662-48590-3), 9783662485880 (978-3-662-48588-0) ISBN-10: 3662485907, 3662485885 Pages: 770 Language: English Genre: Medicine: Surgery File type: EPUB (True), PDF (True) Quality: 10/10 Price: 203.29 € 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. ------------- Our members see more. Join us!
