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Books > Medicine > Clinical & internal medicine > Diseases & disorders > Oncology

RNA and Cancer (Hardcover, 2013 ed.): Jane Y. Wu RNA and Cancer (Hardcover, 2013 ed.)
Jane Y. Wu
R5,496 Discovery Miles 54 960 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Accumulating evidence supports the role of defects in post-transcriptional gene regulation in the development of cancer. RNA and Cancer examines the recent advances in our understanding of post-transcriptional gene regulation, especially RNA processing and its role in cancer development and treatment. A particular focus is mRNA splicing, but other topics such as microRNAs, mRNA stability, the perinucleolar compartment, and oligonucleotide therapeutics are also covered in detail. All chapters have been written by internationally renowned experts. The book is intended for all with an interest in gene regulation and cancer biology, and especially for those not directly working on RNA biology, including clinicians and medical students. It is hoped that it will stimulate further innovative research collaborations between RNA biologists and cancer researchers to the benefit of patients.

Oncology - Breakthroughs in Research and Practice, VOL 1 (Hardcover): Information Reso Management Association Oncology - Breakthroughs in Research and Practice, VOL 1 (Hardcover)
Information Reso Management Association
R7,384 Discovery Miles 73 840 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Hedgehog-Gli Signaling in Human Disease (Hardcover, 2006 ed.): Ariel Ruiz i Altaba Hedgehog-Gli Signaling in Human Disease (Hardcover, 2006 ed.)
Ariel Ruiz i Altaba
R4,466 Discovery Miles 44 660 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Hedgehog-GLI Signaling in Human Disease represents the first compilation of up-to-date reviews by top-level scientists in this important field of research. The chapters cover a wide spectrum of related interests, from the molecular bases of morphogen function, to human genetics to cancer research. The aim of the book is to disseminate information on this exciting field, to allow students, scientists and the public in general to gain access current information from research leaders and to provide a book that encompasses different aspects of research showing the fusion of basic research in model systems and medicine. This is a timely primer on how a system of cell communication, Hedgehog-GLI signaling, plays a critical role in human disease and thus provides the background for the development of novel and rational therapies.

Resistance to Proteasome Inhibitors in Cancer - Molecular Mechanisms and Strategies to Overcome Resistance (Hardcover, 2014):... Resistance to Proteasome Inhibitors in Cancer - Molecular Mechanisms and Strategies to Overcome Resistance (Hardcover, 2014)
Q. Ping Dou
R5,041 Discovery Miles 50 410 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The book explores cutting-edge strategies to overcome proteasome inhibitor resistance, including the second generation 20S proteasome inhibitors, novel combinational therapies, and new targets in the ubiquitin-proteasome pathway (e.g., ubiquitin E3 ligases, deubiquitinases, 19S proteasomal ATPases, histone deacetylases, oxidative stress and proteotoxic stress pathways and pharmacogenomic signature profiling) in resistant cancer cells. The mechanisms of action and resistance of proteasome inhibitors, such as bortezomib and carfilzomib in human cancers, including multiple myeloma, mantle cell lymphoma, acute leukemia, and solid tumors are explored in depth in this volume.

This timely volume unveils the most current discoveries of the mechanisms behind proteasome inhibitor resistance, which will help illuminate the future of cancer therapies.

Skin Cancer - A Practical Approach (Hardcover, 2014 ed.): Alfonso Baldi, Paola Pasquali, Enrico P. Spugnini Skin Cancer - A Practical Approach (Hardcover, 2014 ed.)
Alfonso Baldi, Paola Pasquali, Enrico P. Spugnini
R5,742 R4,538 Discovery Miles 45 380 Save R1,204 (21%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

"Skin Cancer: A Practical Approach" presents a comprehensive and up to date overview on skin cancer. With an emphasis on practical aspects that will set the basis for guidelines of treatment, the volume presents different diagnostic tools to help physicians obtain the proper diagnosis.

Written by a worldwide base of experts selected on their recognized expertise on the different themes discussed, "Skin Cancer: A Practical Approach" is a valuable resource for investigators in the field of skin cancer, including pathologists, medical and surgical oncologists, dermatologists, general surgeons, and veterinary oncologists

Genome Stability and Human Diseases (Hardcover, 2010 ed.): Heinz Peter Nasheuer Genome Stability and Human Diseases (Hardcover, 2010 ed.)
Heinz Peter Nasheuer
R5,765 Discovery Miles 57 650 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

* Discusses cancer cell biology in relation to Genome stability and Cell cycle regulation Unique assembly of experts in these fields who wrote a comprehensive and deep up-to-date overview Discusses models for the understanding of DNA damage-dependent signal transduction and regulation in human cells Since the establishment of the DNA structure researchers have been highly interested in the molecular basis of the inheritance of genes and of genetic disorders. Scientific investigations of the last two decades have shown that, in addition to oncogenic viruses and signalling pathways alterations, genomic instability is important in the development of cancer. This view is supported by the findings that aneuploidy, which results from chromosome instability, is one of the hallmarks of cancer cells. Chromosomal instability also underpins our fundamental principles of understanding tumourigenesis: It thought that cancer arises from the sequential acquisition of genetic alterations in specific genes. In this hypothesis, these rare genetic events represent rate-limiting bottlenecks' in the clonal evolution of a cancer, and pre-cancerous cells can evolve into neoplastic cells through the acquisition of somatic mutations. This book is written by international leading scientists in the field of genome stability. Chapters are devoted to genome stability and anti-cancer drug targets, histone modifications, chromatin factors, DNA repair, apoptosis and many other key areas of research. The chapters give insights into the newest development of the genome stability and human diseases and bring the current understanding of the mechanisms leading to chromosome instability and their potential for clinical impact to the reader.

Myeloid Leukemia - Methods and Protocols (Hardcover, 2006 ed.): Harry Iland, Mark Hertzberg, Paula Marlton Myeloid Leukemia - Methods and Protocols (Hardcover, 2006 ed.)
Harry Iland, Mark Hertzberg, Paula Marlton
R2,978 Discovery Miles 29 780 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A panel of internationally recognized research scientists and clinical investigators brings together a diverse collection of readily reproducible methods for identifying and quantifying a large number of specific genetic abnormalities associated with the broad spectrum of myeloid malignancies. Highlights include techniques for the detection of BCR-ABL mutations and resistance to imatinib mesylate, detection of the FIP1L1-PDGFRA fusion in idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome and chronic eosinophilic leukemia, classification of AML by DNA-oligonucleotide microarrays, and detection of the V617F JAK2 mutation in myeloproliferative disorders. In addition to gene rearrangments, other prognostically relevant molecular lesions such as FLT3 mutations and WT-1 overexpression are covered.

Concise Manual of Hematology and Oncology (Hardcover, 2008 ed.): Michael Andreeff Concise Manual of Hematology and Oncology (Hardcover, 2008 ed.)
Michael Andreeff; Edited by Dietmar P. Berger; Edited by (associates) Benjamin Koziner; Edited by Monika Engelhardt; Edited by (associates) Hans A. Messner; Edited by …
R5,691 Discovery Miles 56 910 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A real boon for medical practitioners from a number of disciplines, this is a practice-oriented manual of medical oncology and hematology for day-to-day use in caring for patients hematologic and neoplastic diseases. It is founded on the longstanding experience of a large specialized university department accustomed to having to provide reliable advice in a broad range of circumstances. The authors have chosen not to give a comprehensive review of the various subjects but have instead focused on practical methods which have proven to be useful in their experience, with special emphasis on standardizing chemotherapy protocols.

Stem Cells in Cancer: Should We Believe or Not? (Hardcover, 2014 ed.): Enrique Grande, Luis Anton-Aparicio Stem Cells in Cancer: Should We Believe or Not? (Hardcover, 2014 ed.)
Enrique Grande, Luis Anton-Aparicio
R4,920 Discovery Miles 49 200 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This volume explores the latest developments in a novel area of molecular biology and a hot topic in the field of oncology: cancer stem cells. These chapters from expert contributing authors present concepts such as the universal stem cell, new molecular pathways, new targeted agents, the different roles that cancer stem cells seem to have according to the organ they are placed in, and the future role that targeting cancer stem cells may have in the management of patients in the clinic.

Exploring the latest research including new data from randomized trials, this book examines important proposals over the origin of cancer stem cells such as the possibility that cancer stem cells may arise from mutated stem cells or a fully differentiated cell that may undergo several mutations that drive it back to a stem-like state. The authors consider the role that stem cells seem to have in the onset, development and resistance to classical antitumoral treatments of cancer and discuss possible potential future treatment modalities for the management of advanced cancer patients.

The question, "Are stem cells involved in cancer?" may not have a simple answer, but ongoing investigations, in-depth consideration and a broad spectrum of information can be found in this book, allowing the reader to arrive at his or her own answer.

This book will appeal to researchers in the field of oncology and cancer research and biomedical scientists with an interest in stem cells.

Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - Pathology, Imaging, and Current Therapy (Hardcover, 2015 ed.): Andrew M. Evens, Kristie A. Blum Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - Pathology, Imaging, and Current Therapy (Hardcover, 2015 ed.)
Andrew M. Evens, Kristie A. Blum
R4,254 Discovery Miles 42 540 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book provides clinical practitioners and the research community with detailed information on the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, taking into account the significant growth in knowledge including multiple therapeutic advances that have been achieved over the past 5-10 years. The work is subdivided into epidemiology, pathogenesis, pathology, imaging, and therapy of the non-Hodgkin lymphomas. The full range of therapeutic options are examined according to the major subtypes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and the most up-to-date information is provided on current standard treatment options, including stem cell transplantation as well as new cutting-edge therapeutics.

Tumor Dormancy, Quiescence, and Senescence, Volume 1 - Aging, Cancer, and Noncancer Pathologies (Hardcover, 2013 ed.): M. A.... Tumor Dormancy, Quiescence, and Senescence, Volume 1 - Aging, Cancer, and Noncancer Pathologies (Hardcover, 2013 ed.)
M. A. Hayat
R5,794 Discovery Miles 57 940 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

With a particular emphasis on tumor dormancy in breast, lung, prostate, and liver cancers, as well as in melanoma, this first volume of a new Springer series focuses on the interrelationship between biological processes of aging and tumors -- both dormant and quiescent. With detail supplied by numerous international researchers at the forefront of cancer research, the book examines a host of differing aspects of the topic. Featured contributions analyze the role of the quiescent state in regulating hematopoietic and muscle stem cells. They also explore the mediation, by the kinase, in the reversible quiescent state of a subset of ovarian, pancreatic, and colon cancers. The book includes key research on the molecular mechanisms underlying stress-induced cellular senescence, in addition to those governing the accumulation of reactive oxygen species, and the induction of premature senescence. It also provides information on suppressing cellular senescence in the most common, and most aggressive malignant primary brain tumor in humans, glioblastoma multiforme. With comprehensive and cutting-edge information on therapeutic interventions and on the correct diagnosis of relevant neoplasms, and with numerous color illustrations, this is the most up-to-date assessment of current medical knowledge in this crucial area of medical research.

Genes, Development and Cancer - The Life and Work of Edward B. Lewis (Hardcover, 2004 ed.): Howard D Lipshitz Genes, Development and Cancer - The Life and Work of Edward B. Lewis (Hardcover, 2004 ed.)
Howard D Lipshitz
R4,517 Discovery Miles 45 170 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Edward B. Lewis' science is the bridge linking experimental genetics as conducted in the first half of the 20th century, and the powerful molecular genetic approaches that revolutionized the field in its last quarter. His Nobel Prize winning studies founded the field of developmental genetics and laid the groundwork for our current understanding of the universal, evolutionarily conserved strategies controlling animal development. A lesser-known aspect of Lewis' canon is the pioneering studies he carried out on ionizing radiation and human cancer. In doing so, he was propelled into a public storm over nuclear weapons testing policy. For the first time Lewis' key publications in the fields of genetics, developmental biology, radiation and cancer are compiled within one volume. commentaries on the papers placing them in their scientific and historical context and, throughout, giving insight into Lewis' approach to science and the motivations that drove Lewis' choice of subject matter. This book will be invaluable to a wide audience of professionals in the life and biomedical sciences; including geneticists, developmental biologists, molecular biologists, radiation biologists and cancer researchers. It provides source material for advanced undergraduate and graduate level courses in genetics, developmental biology, radiation and cancer. In addition, historians of science will find it to be a valuable resource both because it contains original research publications and because of the illuminating commentary.

Multi Treatment Modalities of Liver Tumours (Hardcover): Nagy A. Habib Multi Treatment Modalities of Liver Tumours (Hardcover)
Nagy A. Habib
R2,539 Discovery Miles 25 390 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Cancer is one of the major health problems of our time and liver cancer is responsible for over one million deaths per year world-wide, making it the fourth most common cause of death from cancer. Surgical resection of the tumour(s) is the treatment of choice and offers the only chance of prolonged survival. Yet the best attempts are often frustrated by either advanced or co-existent disease that renders the patient non-respectable. This book tackles the many options available to doctors and patients in an attempt to combat this desperate disease.

Cancer Drug Resistance - Overviews and Methods (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016): Jose Rueff, Antonio Sebastiao Rodrigues Cancer Drug Resistance - Overviews and Methods (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016)
Jose Rueff, Antonio Sebastiao Rodrigues
R4,248 R3,671 Discovery Miles 36 710 Save R577 (14%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This volume discusses the latest advancements and technologies used in cancer drug resistance research. Cancer Drug Resistance: Overviews and Methods contains chapters that cover topics such as: studying the mechanics of resistance to DNA damaging therapeutic drugs; studies to delineate the role of efflux transporters; expression of drug transporters; resistance to targeted therapies in breast cancer; the role of microRNAs in current pancreatic cancer treatment; and cancer exosomes as mediators of drug resistance or clinical and molecular methods in drug development and the use of bioinformatics in the management of cancer drug resistance data. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters include overviews of the main issues in cancer drug resistance and the respective mechanisms, as well as introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls. Authoritative and practical, Cancer Drug Resistance: Overviews and Methods, is a valuable resource to researchers, oncobiologists and clinical oncologists or anyone else who is interested in the study of cancer and its drug resistances.

Intraperitoneal Cancer Therapy (Hardcover, 2007 ed.): C. William Helm, Robert Edwards Intraperitoneal Cancer Therapy (Hardcover, 2007 ed.)
C. William Helm, Robert Edwards
R4,446 Discovery Miles 44 460 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Intraperitoneal Cancer Therapy investigates intraperitoneal chemotherapy in a variety of complex and interesting ways. The volume details major clinical trails to date, including immunotherapy, hyperthermic treatment of colo-rectal and ovarian cancers. Authors also examine regional approaches to therapy, systemic therapy, and the use of carboplatin and paclitaxel as the standard treatment for women with stages III and IV ovarian cancer. Other chapters also investigate techniques and procedures in treatment, as well as the future direction of both normothermic and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy.

Local Treatment of Inflammatory Joint Diseases - Benefits and Risks (Hardcover, 2015 ed.): Willm Uwe Kampen, Manfred Fischer Local Treatment of Inflammatory Joint Diseases - Benefits and Risks (Hardcover, 2015 ed.)
Willm Uwe Kampen, Manfred Fischer
R3,378 Discovery Miles 33 780 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book presents a systematic survey of different local treatments in inflammatory joint diseases and their potential side effects and complications. Both surgical therapies and pharmaceutical strategies involving local or systemic application of anti-inflammatory and immunomodulating drugs are addressed. Special emphasis is placed on nuclear medicine therapy by intra-articular instillation of beta radiation emitters, known as radiosynoviorthesis or radiation synovectomy. Possible complications, in particular radionecrosis, infection, and thromboembolism, are described and available treatment strategies are examined in detail. In addition, radiation safety considerations are critically reviewed and relevant clinical questions are discussed. While radiosynoviorthesis is an effective and safe treatment if a proper indication is secured and if the application is performed by an experienced nuclear medicine physician, local complications can never be excluded with certainty. This book will support physicians who are engaged in the care and treatment of patients with inflammatory joint disease, approximately 30,000 of whom undergo radiosynoviorthesis in Europe each year.

Advances in Cancer Research, Volume 88 (Hardcover): George F. Vande Woude Advances in Cancer Research, Volume 88 (Hardcover)
George F. Vande Woude
R3,721 Discovery Miles 37 210 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The Advances in Cancer Research series provides invaluable information on the exciting and fast-moving field of cancer research. This volume presents outstanding and original reviews on a variety of topics, including HAMLET and tumor cells; survivin and apoptosis control; retroviral insertional mutagenesis; aberrant ubiquitin-mediated proteolysis of cell cycle regulatory proteins and oncogenesis; and epigenetic variability and the evolution of human cancer.
The Advances in Cancer Research series provides invaluable information on the exciting and fast-moving field of cancer research. This volume presents outstanding and original reviews on a variety of topics, including HAMLET and tumor cells; survivin and apoptosis control; retroviral insertional mutagenesis; aberrant ubiquitin-mediated proteolysis of cell cycle regulatory proteins and oncogenesis; and epigenetic variability and the evolution of human cancer.

Chemosensitivity - Volume II: In Vivo Models, Imaging, and Molecular Regulators (Hardcover, 2005 ed.): Rosalyn D Blumenthal Chemosensitivity - Volume II: In Vivo Models, Imaging, and Molecular Regulators (Hardcover, 2005 ed.)
Rosalyn D Blumenthal
R3,028 Discovery Miles 30 280 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A state-of-the art collection of readily reproducible laboratory methods for assessing chemosensitivity in vitro and in vivo, and for assessing the parameters that modulate chemosensitivity in individual tumors. Chemosensitivity, Volume 2: In Vivo Models, Imaging, and Molecular Regulators contains cutting-edge protocols for classifying tumors into response categories and for customizing therapy to individuals. These readily reproducible techniques allow measurements of DNA damage, apoptotic cell death, and the molecular and cellular regulators of cytotoxicity, as well as in vivo animal modeling of chemosensitivity. A companion volume, Volume 1: In Vitro Assays contains in vitro and in vivo techniques to identify which new agents or combination of agents are effective for each type of tumor

Advances in Cancer Research, Volume 87 (Hardcover): George F. Vande Woude, George Klein Advances in Cancer Research, Volume 87 (Hardcover)
George F. Vande Woude, George Klein
R3,725 Discovery Miles 37 250 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The Advances in Cancer Research series provides invaluable information on the exciting and fast-moving field of cancer research. This volume presents outstanding and original reviews on a variety of topics, including chromosome instability in cancer; telomerase inhibitors as an option for chemotherapy; avian retrovirus pathogenicity; Epstein-Barr virus and undifferentiated nasopharyngeal carcinoma; immunotherapy for prostate cancer; and the role of lymphocytes in anti-tumor immunity.
The Advances in Cancer Research series provides invaluable information on the exciting and fast-moving field of cancer research. This volume presents outstanding and original reviews on a variety of topics, including chromosome instability in cancer; telomerase inhibitors as an option for chemotherapy; avian retrovirus pathogenicity; Epstein-Barr virus and undifferentiated nasopharyngeal carcinoma; immunotherapy for prostate cancer; and the role of lymphocytes in anti-tumor immunity.

Epigenetics and Gene Expression in Cancer, Inflammatory and Immune Diseases (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017): Barbara Stefanska, David... Epigenetics and Gene Expression in Cancer, Inflammatory and Immune Diseases (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017)
Barbara Stefanska, David J. MacEwan
R3,504 Discovery Miles 35 040 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This practical collection examines methodologies originating from the benefits of genome-wide approaches to studying epigenetics, which has opened the emerging field of epigenomics. Focusing on the areas of cancer, inflammatory and autoimmune disorders, chapters discuss three main components of the epigenome and their role in the regulation of gene expression and present a detailed method section specific to studying each component, including data analyses, troubleshooting, and feasibility in different experimental settings. The main topics are high-throughput and targeted methods for DNA methylation analysis, nucleosome position mapping, studying epigenetic effects of gut microbiota, optical imaging for detection of epigenetic aberrations in living cells, methods for microRNA, and histone code profiling. Written for the Methods in Pharmacology and Toxicology series, the book includes the kind of detail and implementation advice to encourage success in the lab. Authoritative and easily applicable, Epigenetics and Gene Expression in Cancer, Inflammatory and Immune Diseases aims to provide pharmacologists, molecular biologists, bioinformaticians, and toxicologists with a vital background on epigenetics and state-of-the-art techniques in epigenomics.

Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Clinical Findings (Hardcover): Jay Amsel Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Clinical Findings (Hardcover)
Jay Amsel
R3,050 Discovery Miles 30 500 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Acquired Cystic Disease of the Kidney and Renal Cell Carcinoma - Complication of Long-Term Dialysis (Hardcover, 2007 ed.): Isao... Acquired Cystic Disease of the Kidney and Renal Cell Carcinoma - Complication of Long-Term Dialysis (Hardcover, 2007 ed.)
Isao Ishikawa
R2,932 Discovery Miles 29 320 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The detailed and comprehensive observations presented in this book on acquired cystic disease of the kidney and renal cell carcinoma in dialysis patients are drawn from the author 's decades of experience. Beginning with the first clinical case in 1978 and including subsequent follow-up studies and questionnaires, the volume is an excellent clinical reference for practicing physicians. Color illustrations and numerous case studies assist the reader.

Head and Neck Cancer - Emerging Perspectives (Hardcover): John Frederick Ensley, Silvio Gutkind, John A. Jacobs, Scott Lippman Head and Neck Cancer - Emerging Perspectives (Hardcover)
John Frederick Ensley, Silvio Gutkind, John A. Jacobs, Scott Lippman
R7,244 Discovery Miles 72 440 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

By detailing experimental and basic research, from premalignancy to fully invasive tumors, this book has wide applicability to all human carcinomas. No other group of human cancers is better positioned for the application of recently developed novel and targeted therapies, and this book uniquely presents the unusual opportunities tumors of the head and neck provide for clinical, translational, and basic science research. Cutting-edge and experimental treatment approaches are presented, along with future strategies and an evaluation of emerging technologies.
Key Features
* Presents a multi-disciplinary perspective from authorities in diverse fields
* Addresses state-of-the art approaches in cancer research as well as other scientific opportunities in this field
* Provides comprehensive yet easily comprehendible source of information

Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Carcinogenesis in the Hamster (Hardcover, 2009 ed.): Yoshitsugu Tajima, Tamotsu Kuroki, Takashi... Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Carcinogenesis in the Hamster (Hardcover, 2009 ed.)
Yoshitsugu Tajima, Tamotsu Kuroki, Takashi Kanematsu
R4,460 Discovery Miles 44 600 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Malignant neoplasms occurring in the biliary tract and pancreas remain a therap- tic challenge. The mechanism of carcinogenesis as well as the growth and spread of these tumors is still poorly understood, making the development of rational tre- ment strategies difficult. In order to improve the clinical results achieved by sur- cal or other medical treatment of such malignant tumors, the establishment of an experimental animal model is critical. For this purpose, attempts were made to induce carcinoma experimentally in the biliary tree and finally an animal model using the hamster was established in 1994 at our laboratory. Because the tumor in this model mimicked the characteristics of human tumors, a series of experimental investigations were conducted to clarify the pathological characteristics of biliary carcinoma, the genetic alterations during biliary carcinogenesis, and the relationship between biliary inflammation and c- cinogenesis. The chemopreventive effects on the occurrence of biliary carcinoma were also successfully examined. In addition, in vitro studies led to the establi- ment of transplantable biliary cancer cell lines and biliary epithelial cell lines by utilizing the hamster model. This monograph represents the collective efforts in hepato-biliary and pancreatic disease research over the past 20 years. I hope that this monograph will be a source of useful knowledge for basic researchers as well as for clinicians involved in the care of patients with hepato-biliary and pancreatic neoplasms. Takashi Kanematsu, M.D., Ph.D.

Rectal Cancer - International Perspectives on Multimodality Management (Hardcover, Edition.): Brian G. Czito, Christopher G.... Rectal Cancer - International Perspectives on Multimodality Management (Hardcover, Edition.)
Brian G. Czito, Christopher G. Willett
R5,690 R4,486 Discovery Miles 44 860 Save R1,204 (21%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Rectal Cancer: International Perspectives on Multimodality Management is a timely analysis of the diagnosis, staging, pathology, and therapy of cancer of the rectum. This book is intended as a useful resource for physicians, scientists, medical students, and allied health personnel in the disciplines of radiology, gastroenterology, surgical oncology, medical onc- ogy, radiation oncology, and pathology. Renowned contributors from different medical d- ciplines have written their chapters in a thoughtful, provocative, and visual fashion. Importantly, these chapters highlight the controversies in the diagnostic, staging, and the- peutic management of patients with rectal cancer while providing practical management recommendations. This book is divided into 18 chapters. Early chapters address the diagnosis and staging of rectal cancer, highlighting the critical role of contemporary imaging in guiding treatment. The remaining chapters focus on the multimodality management of rectal cancer from the vantage points of surgery, pathology, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. The major dev- opments in surgery are reviewed first, including contemporary roles of local excision, total mesorectal excision, lateral pelvic lymph node dissection, organ preservation approaches, as well as the management of advanced, recurrent, and metastatic disease. Following is a ch- ter describing the pathologic evaluation of rectal cancer specimens, with emphasis on proper methodology and its clinical relevance to overall disease management. The final chapters review the contemporary roles of chemotherapy (including with radiation therapy, adjuvant and neoadjuvant settings without radiation therapy, as well as in metastatic disease) as well as radiation therapy (including adjuvant and neoadjuvant approaches, short vs.

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