Controversies in Radiation Oncology

Controversies in Radiation Oncology
Author: Simon S. Lo
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020-03-27
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9783319511948

This book addresses key issues of controversy in radiation oncology for each disease site, with expert commentaries from leading authorities in the field. It identifies areas of confusion arising from discrepant data in the literature regarding certain clinical scenarios for different diseases and presents high-level evidence on each issue with a view to fostering best practice. Controversies in Radiation Oncology will serve as a very useful resource for busy radiation oncology physicians, practitioners, and trainees/residents/fellows seeking to utilize evidence in the literature to guide the management of radiation therapy patients.

Gynecologic Cancer

Gynecologic Cancer
Author: David Marc Gershenson
Publisher: Churchill Livingstone
Total Pages: 1054
Release: 2004
Genre: Medical
ISBN:

This brand-new reference provides multidisciplinary guidance on the biology, diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care of patients with cancers of the female reproductive tract. An international group of experts present sections on management controversies, complications of cancer treatment, surgical techniques, symptom management, and more.

Clinical Gynecology

Clinical Gynecology
Author: Eric J. Bieber
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 1127
Release: 2015-04-23
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1107040396

Written with the busy practice in mind, this book delivers clinically focused, evidence-based gynecology guidance in a quick-reference format. It explores etiology, screening, tests, diagnosis, and treatment for a full range of gynecologic health issues. The coverage includes the full range of gynecologic malignancies, reproductive endocrinology and infertility, infectious diseases, urogynecologic problems, gynecologic concerns in children and adolescents, and surgical interventions including minimally invasive surgical procedures. Information is easy to find and absorb owing to the extensive use of full-color diagrams, algorithms, and illustrations. The new edition has been expanded to include aspects of gynecology important in international and resource-poor settings.

Clinical Gynecologic Oncology E-Book

Clinical Gynecologic Oncology E-Book
Author: Philip J. DiSaia
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 893
Release: 2017-02-04
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323443168

The most readable, most comprehensive book in its field, Clinical Gynecologic Oncology, 9th Edition is the leading reference for diagnosis and treatment of gynecologic cancers – a must-have reference for improving outcomes and providing effective care. A "who’s who" list of contributing authors, under the editorial direction of Drs. Philip DiSaia and William Creasman, provides expert guidance on clinical presentations and management, now fully up to date with a brand-new design for faster, easier reference. Contains useful appendices covering staging, screening, nutritional therapy, toxicity criteria, blood component therapy, and radiation therapy. Covers hot topics such as multi-panel genetic testing, target therapies, sentinel node concept in endometrial cancer and vulvar cancer, and robotic surgery. Updates include new quick-reference features such as key point boxes with bulleted lists, highlighted key text, enhanced chapter outlines, and a brand-new design throughout. Includes up-to-date references and algorithms, making this text a comprehensive resource for clinical practice, personal study, and exam review. Helps you take advantage of the latest advances in early detection and improved treatment options for gynecologic cancers, especially uterine and cervical cancers.

Controversies in the Management of Gynecological Cancers

Controversies in the Management of Gynecological Cancers
Author: Jonathan A. Ledermann
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 347
Release: 2013-12-13
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0857299107

This is a novel text that highlights the controversial areas in the management of gynecological cancers. None of the topics in this book have definitive answers; they represent the everyday decision-making facing gynecologists, oncologists, radiologists, pathologists and other health professionals treating women with these conditions. This book is not to be used as a traditional textbook; it is a text that specialists and trainees will use to help them weigh up the arguments that exist in a variety of areas in the treatment of gynecological cancers. Each chapter will have two or more authors, selected either for their opposing views or for their ability to provide an opposite view or opinion to the other. The content will be evidence-based, illustrating contrasting evidence and scientific opinion in the literature. Each chapter will close on a summary indicating the direction of research needed to address the issues being discussed.

Management of Early Stage Breast Cancer

Management of Early Stage Breast Cancer
Author: Beena Kunheri
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2020-10-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9811561710

Breast cancer, its causes, early detection and treatment have received considerable attention, since this widespread disease is one of the most important health concerns for women. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of the management of early-stage breast cancer, including essential information on basic topics like pathology, and radiology, as well as the latest developments. Further, it discusses all aspects of surgical care, chemotherapy and radiation therapy, together with the controversies and current management guidelines. Helping readers acquire a deep, holistic understanding of the topic, the book is a valuable resource for practitioners and postgraduate students in the field of gynecologic oncology. Moreover, it is a useful aid to decision-making in day-to-day practice for oncologists, residents, fellows and experienced practitioners.

50 Big Debates in Gynecologic Oncology

50 Big Debates in Gynecologic Oncology
Author: Dennis S. Chi
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 345
Release: 2023-07-31
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1108940803

Global experts present thought-provoking debates on 50 topics in gynecologic oncology, one of modern healthcare's most controversial areas.

Gynaecological Oncology

Gynaecological Oncology
Author: Mahmood I. Shafi
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 249
Release: 2009-12-03
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0521730244

Topics include epidemiology, screening and prevention, pathology, imaging, surgery, radiotherapy, systemic therapies, palliative care, ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer, cervical and vaginal cancer, vulvar cancer, gynaecological sarcomas, gestational trophoblastic disease, ovarian germ cell tumours and decision making in ovarian cancer.

Gynaecological Oncology for the MRCOG

Gynaecological Oncology for the MRCOG
Author: Mahmood Shafi
Publisher:
Total Pages: 231
Release: 2018-04-19
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1316638715

Extensive and up-to-date resource on the full range of gynaecological cancers; practically-focused and essential for the MRCOG examination.