Argumento de Tumors of the Pediatric Central Nervous System
First book to achieve an integrated medical and surgical approach to tumors of the pediatric nervous system, providing a broad array of treatment options. The reader will find full coverage of the newest diagnostic and management techniques, state-of-the-art technologies, molecular biology advances, and the latest trends in the operating theatre, and will also benefit from in-depth discussions of the most commonly seen tumors as well as the rarer and more esoteric ones. Special benefits of Tumors of the Pediatric Nervous System: - Full discussions of medical and surgical treatment protocols, with advantages, disadvantages, complications, and outcomes of each - Coverage of dramatic advances in genetics, molecular biology and surgery (e.g. endoscopic, frameless, stereotaxy) as well as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and immunotherapy - Dozens of case studies by leaders in the field offering important clinical insights - Numerous algorithms, charts, tables, and management guidelines for at-a-glance summaries of key points - Nearly 130 full-color pathologic slides - Cost/benefit analysis integrated throughout Take advantage of this comprehensive approach to diagnosis and treatment that is so critical in today's health care environment. Targeted at the surgeon, oncologist, pediatrician or ancillary specialis.0