Overview

Interventional radiology is playing an increasingly significant role in the clinical management of patients with cancer, replacing more invasive traditional methods and making it possible to deal with previously untreatable conditions. This state-of-the-art book describes the techniques currently used by interventional radiologists in the treatment and palliation of a variety of malignant conditions. Throughout, the emphasis is on practical issues. Every chapter has been written by a world expert in the topic concerned. This book will serve as an authoritative source of information and will be invaluable to those using interventional radiological techniques in the treatment of patients with malignant disease.

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Author:   Andreas Adam ,  Robert F. Dondelinger ,  Peter R. Mueller
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
Edition:   2004 ed.
Dimensions:   Width: 21.00cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 27.90cm
Weight:   1.092kg
ISBN:  

9783540418733

ISBN 10:   3540418733
Pages:   284
Publication Date:   13 November 2003
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  College/higher education ,  General/trade ,  Professional & Vocational ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

1 Percutaneous and Endoscopic Management of Biliary Obstruction.- 2 Interventional Radiology in Esophageal Cancer.- 3 Stents in Gastrointestinal Cancer.- 4 Interventional Radiology in Breast Cancer.- 5 Metal Stents in Malignant Obstruction of Caval Veins.- 6 Central Venous Access for Chemotherapy.- 7 Interventional Radiology in Malignant Urinary Tract Obstruction.- 8 Percutaneous Ablation of Malignant Tumours.- 9 Chemoembolization, Infusion, and Embolization.- 10 Percutaneous Cementoplasty in Cancer Patients.- 11 Percutaneous Pain Relief Techniques in Cancer Patients.- 12 Stents in Tracheobronchial Malignancy.- 271.- 281.

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