Diagnosis and Management of Craniopharyngiomas: Key Current Topics

Author:   Andrea Lania ,  Anna Spada ,  Giovanni Lasio
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016
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9783319793894


Pages:   153
Publication Date:   22 April 2018
Format:   Paperback
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This book provides up-to-date coverage of the most relevant topics in the diagnosis and management of craniopharyngiomas. After introductory discussion of natural history and clinical presentation, individual chapters are devoted to pathological and molecular aspects, use of diagnostic imaging techniques, the surgical approach to craniopharyngiomas, radiotherapy and radiosurgery, and associated endocrine disturbances. A particular feature of the book is the detailed attention devoted to the metabolic consequences of the disease and related treatments, including obesity and electrolyte disturbances, and to cognitive alterations. This book will be of value to oncologists, neurosurgeons, and endocrinologists by assisting in diagnostic workup, delivery of appropriate treatment, and management of the serious metabolic and endocrine consequences.

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Author:   Andrea Lania ,  Anna Spada ,  Giovanni Lasio
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Imprint:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016
Weight:   2.882kg
ISBN:  

9783319793894


ISBN 10:   3319793896
Pages:   153
Publication Date:   22 April 2018
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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​Natural history and clinical presentation.- Pathological and molecular aspects.- Imaging techniques in the diagnostic workup of craniopharyngiomas.- Surgical approach to craniopharyngiomas.- Radiotherapy and radiosurgery.- Endocrine consequences: diagnostic workup and treatment.- Metabolic consequences: obesity.- Metabolic consequences: electrolyte disturbances.- Cognitive and psychosocial consequences of craniopharyngiomas and their treatment.

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