The Surgery of Childhood Tumors

Beginning with the scientific basis of tumors, 'The Surgery of Childhood Tumors' provides up-to-date information on epidemiology, cytogenetics and molecular biology, before looking at current treatments, integrating surgery, neoadjuvant and adjuvant chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Addi...

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Other Authors: Carachi, Robert (Editor), Grosfeld, Jay L. (Editor), Azmy, Amir F. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Berlin, Heidelberg Springer Berlin Heidelberg 2008, 2008
Edition:2nd ed. 2008
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • A
  • Epidemiology of Childhood Tumors
  • Tumor Biology and Environmental Carcinogenesis
  • Genetic Counseling for Childhood Tumors and Inherited Cancer-Predisposing Syndromes
  • Tumor Markers
  • Tumor Imaging
  • Tumor Pathology — General Principles
  • Chemotherapy and Novel Targeted Therapies
  • Radiotherapy
  • B
  • Perinatal Tumors
  • Renal Tumors
  • Neuroblastoma and Other Adrenal Tumors
  • Liver Tumors in Children
  • Malignant Germ Cell Tumors
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
  • Lymphoma
  • C
  • Bone Tumors: Limb Salvage
  • Head and Neck Tumors
  • Brain Tumors, Intraocular and Orbital Tumors
  • Thoracic Tumors
  • Rare Tumors
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Surgical Complications of Childhood Tumors
  • Supportive Care of Children with Cancer
  • Long-term Effects of Childhood Cancer Therapy on Growth and Fertility
  • Second Tumors
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Childhood Cancer
  • New Treatments and New Strategies
  • Central Venous Access
  • Palliative Care and Pain Management
  • Parents’ Associations and Support Groups
  • Erratum
  • Chemotherapy and Novel Targeted Therapies