This innovatively structured book presents a multidisciplinary approach to the management of the common solid malignancies, focusing on difficult problems not covered by other reference works. It provides an unrivalled and comprehensive survey of this area.
Key developments in diagnosis and treatment are discussed including laparoscopy, sentinal node analysis, organ transplantation, prevention by genetic analysis, molecular biology, diagnosis and significance of micrometastases, intraperitoneal chemotherapy and preoperative and postoperative chemotherapy.
Each chapter is followed by a Commentary written by another expert in the field, presenting a contrasting viewpoint, explaining a controversial area or providing additional information. Editor's Selected Abstracts are included to ensure that the most up-to-date information is provided on recent developments.
The book has been written by internationally renowned specialists from a wide range of disciplines: general and oncologic surgery, thoracic surgery, transplantation surgery, colorectal surgery, laparoscopic surgery, medical oncology, pathology, interventional radiology, medical genetics and molecular biology. This multidisciplinary approach emphasizes the importance of integrated treatment and diagnostic plans.