Gynaecological Oncology

Cambridge University Press
Edition: 2, 12/3/2009
EAN 9780521730242, ISBN10: 0521730244

Paperback, 248 pages, 23.4 x 15.7 x 1.5 cm
Language: English
Originally published in English

Providing a thorough and up-to-date overview of the full range of gynaecological cancers, Gynaecological Oncology is a concise introduction, particularly useful for trainees working towards postgraduate examinations. The first section includes introductory chapters on epidemiology, screening and prevention, imaging, pathology, surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and palliation. The second part of the book covers the gynaecological cancer types in turn; each chapter following a similar format looking at clinical issues, staging, and principles of management. Where appropriate, flow-charts and diagrams are used to help the reader assimilate complex information. A chapter is devoted to decision-making, addressing those issues clinicians and women face when deciding on optimal management in given clinical scenarios. The book is practically based and is enhanced by highlighting learning points, management algorithms and clinical images. This is an invaluable resource for all doctors and allied health professionals dealing with women with gynaecological cancers.

1. Epidemiology of gynaecological cancers Anjum Memon
2. Screening and prevention of gynaecological cancers Ranjit Manchanda and Ian J. Jacobs
3. Pathology of gynaecological cancers Mark J. Arends
4. Imaging in gynaecological oncology Nyree Griffin and Evis Sala
5. Surgery for gynaecological cancers Alan Farthing
6. Radiation therapy for gynaecological cancers Charlotte Coles
7. Systemic therapies for gynaecological cancers Helena M. Earl
8. Palliative care for gynaecological oncology Sara Booth
9. Ovarian cancer Robin Crawford and Yin-Ling Woo
10. Endometrial cancer Cathrine Holland
11. Cervical and vaginal cancer Ahmed Ahmed, Li Tee Tan and Mahmood I. Shafi
12. Vulvar cancer Peter Baldwin
13. Gynaecological sarcomas John Latimer and Helena M. Earl
14. Gestational trophoblastic disease and ovarian germ cell tumours Neil J. Sebire and Michael J. Seckl
15. Decision-making in oncology Li Tee Tan and Helena M. Earl
Appendix 1. WHO performance scale/ASA grading
Appendix 2. Incidence and mortality data
Appendix 3. Staging – FIGO
TNM
Pictorial diagrams
Appendix 4. Useful addresses/websites
Index.