Recent Advances in Retinoblastoma Treatment

This comprehensive resource on the current understanding of retinoblastoma addresses all of the essential aspects of retinoblastoma and its management, including: its molecular biology and genetics, management by intraarterial and intravitreal chemotherapy, electroretinogram monitoring of treatment,...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Francis, Jasmine H. (Editor), Abramson, David H. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2015, 2015
Edition:1st ed. 2015
Series:Essentials in Ophthalmology
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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Summary:This comprehensive resource on the current understanding of retinoblastoma addresses all of the essential aspects of retinoblastoma and its management, including: its molecular biology and genetics, management by intraarterial and intravitreal chemotherapy, electroretinogram monitoring of treatment, pharmacokinetic studies, high-risk features, treatment of metastatic disease, and long-term follow-up. The book represents a collaborative project involving ophthalmic oncologists, geneticists, pediatric oncologists, interventional neuroradiologists, electrophysiologists, and basic scientists who are at the forefront of their field. It is written in an accessible manner, and a wealth of tables, figures, and exemplary images are included to enhance the understanding of concepts
Physical Description:X, 127 p. 47 illus., 22 illus. in color online resource
ISBN:9783319194677