Clinical Gynecologic Oncology

The leading reference for the diagnosis and treatment of common gynecologic malignancies, this "Gold Standard" resource has been updated by an impressive list of internationally renowned authors and contributors for a new sixth edition. Organized by cancer type and size, each chapter begins with an outline followed by a list of abbreviations and acronyms. In addition to cancers of the female reproductive tract, the text discusses breast and colorectal disease. The appendices include sections on staging, screening, nutritional therapy, toxicity criteria, blood component therapy, radiological therapy, and commonly used statistical terms.New chapter on Principles of Hospice Care/Pain Control, written by a noted guest contributor.Expanded content on wound care, radiation cysts, and other complications; the benefits of and guidelines for laparoscopic approaches; and hormone replacement therapy.Expanded section on dystrophies of the vulva.More staging diagrams, e.g. vulva.New section on tamoxifan.Expanded appendix on radiation therapy.New high-quality gross photographs throughout.New 16-page "Atlas of Pathology"Complete redesign features new line drawings for a clear, consistent style. Reduced content on failed trials in chemotherapy.Spanish version also available, ISBN: 84-8174-630-4