Overview

This invaluable reference surveys current practices and emerging breakthroughs in the screening, identification, diagnosis, and treatment of uterine and endometrial malignancies. The book analyzes various signs and symptoms, risk factors, therapeutic options, and ongoing clinical research, as well as the prevention, pathology, and surgical management of early and advanced stages of disease. With contributions from leading authorities on gynecologic cancers, this guide covers recent advances in the molecular phenotyping of endometrial cancer and considers risk factors for endometrial cancer and examines screening methodologies including pelvic ultrasound and endometrial sampling.

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Author:   George Coukos ,  Stephen C. Rubin
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Inc
Imprint:   CRC Press Inc
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 3.10cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.793kg
ISBN:  

9780824754150

ISBN 10:   0824754158
Pages:   552
Publication Date:   20 December 2004
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Molecular Biology of Uterine Malignancies. Molecular Epidemiology of Endometrial Cancer. Steroid Receptors in the Normal and Abnormal Endometrium. The Effects of Tamoxifen on the Endometrium. Pathology of Endometrial Adenocarcinoma. Pathology of Uterine Sarcomas. Clinical Evaluation of the Abnormal Uterine Bleeding. Conservative Management of Endometrial Hyperplasia and Early Endometrial Cancer. Molecular Targets in Endometrial Cancer. Surgical Management of Early Endometrial Cancer. The Role of Laparoscopy in the Management of Endometrial Cancer. The Role of Primary Surgery in Advanced Endometrial Cancer. Surgical Management of Recurrent Endometrial Cancer. Radiation Treatment for Early-Stage Endometrial Cancer and Uterine Sarcoma. Radiation Treatment of Advanced or Recurrent Endometrial Cancer. The Role of Chemotherapy and Hormonal Therapy in Endometrial Cancer. Management of Uterine Sarcomas. Hormone Replacement in the Patient with Uterine Malignancy.

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