Endocrine Neoplasia (Cancer Treatment and Research)

Endocrine Neoplasia (Cancer Treatment & Research)
By Cord Sturgeon

* Publisher: Springer
* Number Of Pages: 347
* Publication Date: 2009-12-11
* ISBN-10 / ASIN: 1441908560
* ISBN-13 / EAN: 9781441908568

Product Description:
Endocrine Neoplasia is a comprehensive, updated, & clearly-written text covering the diseases for which endocrine surgical expertise is often needed. We look towards advances in the science & the art of endocrine surgery into continuously improve outcomes for our patients. The goal of this text was into provide a detailed description of both the underlying science of disease as well as the art of clinical management.

The book is divided into five issues addressing neoplasms of the thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal gland, neuroendocrine pancreas, & multiple endocrine neoplasia. Experts from the United States, Canada, & Australia have contributed chapters addressing both the biology of endocrine tumors & the clinical management of disease. Recent discoveries regarding the genetic underpinnings of disease are highlighted. Updated consensus guidelines were used for clinical recommendations. The management of complex & often confusing clinical problems is discussed in detail.