Esophageal cancer
Subtitle: principles and practice
By: edited by Blair A. Jobe, Charles R. Thomas Jr., John G. Hunter.
Contributors: Jobe, Blair A.; Thomas, Charles R., 1957-; Hunter, John G.
Publisher: Demos Medical Pub.
Published: 2009
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 811
ISBN-13: 9781933864174
Subjects: Esophagus -- Cancer; Esophageal Neoplasms -- diagnosis; Esophageal Neoplasms -- therapy
Description: Using a multi-disciplinary approach, this book addresses the complexities encountered in the understanding and management of esophageal cancers. Written by the world s leading experts in surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, gastroenterology, pathology, radiology, nutrition, nurse specialists, palliative medicine, and research relating to neoplasia of the esophagus, this text will serve as the definitive resource and enable practitioners to provide the best possible patient care. Presented in an accessible and useful format, this text will be a valuable reference to all practitioners participating in the care of this high-needs population. Special features include complete coverage of the two most common tumors-squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma and in-depth coverage of uncommon tumors.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.