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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. Expert ConsultT eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, videos, and references from the book on a variety of devices. 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.

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Author:   Philip J. DiSaia, MD ,  William T. Creasman, MD ,  Robert S Mannel, MD ,  D. Scott McMeekin
Publisher:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Imprint:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Edition:   9th Revised edition
ISBN:  

9780323400671

ISBN 10:   0323400671
Pages:   728
Publication Date:   15 February 2017
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Replaced By:   9780323776844
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Preinvasive Disease of the Cervix Chapter 2 Preinvasive Disease of the Vagina and Vulva and Related Disorders Chapter 3 Invasive Cervical Cancer Chapter 4 Endometrial Hyperplasia, Estrogen Therapy, and the Prevention of Endometrial Cancer Chapter 5 Adenocarcinoma of the Uterine Corpus Chapter 6 Sarcoma of the Uterus Chapter 7 Gestational Trophoblastic Disease Chapter 8 Invasive Cancer of the Vulva Chapter 9 Invasive Cancer of the Vagina Chapter 10 The Adnexal Mass Chapter 11 Epithelial Ovarian Cancer Chapter 12 Germ Cell, Stromal, and Other Ovarian Tumors Chapter 13 Fallopian Tube Cancer Chapter 14 Breast Diseases Chapter 15 Cancer in Pregnancy Chapter 16 Complications of Disease and Therapy Chapter 17 Basic Principles of Chemotherapy Chapter 18 Targeted Therapy and Molecular Genetics Chapter 19 Genes and Cancer Chapter 20 Palliative Care and Quality of Life Chapter 21 Role of Minimally Invasive Surgery in Gynecologic Malignancies Chapter 22 Epidemiology of Commonly Used Statistical Terms and Analysis of Clinical Studies Chapter 23 Basic Principles in Gynecologic Radiotherapy APPENDICES A. Staging B. Modified from Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTCAE) C. Blood Component Therapy D. Suggested Recommendations for Routine Cancer Screening E. Nutritional Therapy

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If one is in need of a good comprehensive textbook on gynecologic oncology, this book is, in my view, a very good choice.

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