2013 Medical Reference Catalogue

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Perez & Brady’s Principles and Practice of Radiation Oncology, Sixth Edition Halperin, Brady et al.

Cancer Principles and Practice of Oncology: Handbook of Clinical Cancer Genetics Matloff

Oncology & Hematology

This Sixth Edition of Perez & Brady’s Principles and Practice of Radiation Oncology offers encyclopedic coverage of the field and provides the reader with everything from basic science to three-dimensional treatment planning and supportive care. Written to provide a better understanding of the natural history of cancer, the physical methods of radiation application, the effects on normal tissues, and the most judicious ways in which radiation therapy can be employed, Perez & Brady’s Principles and

Genetic testing and counseling for cancer have made great strides in recent years. The popular demand for advanced screening, advances in testing, and the response of insurance companies and corporations have all served to shape this important area of cancer risk management. This practical, user-friendly guidebook allows you to search by disease site for the hereditary cancer syndromes relevant to your patient’s cancer. This handy resource will help you formulate questions when expanding

Practice of Radiation Oncology is a truly complete textbook on radiation oncology. Features: NEW! Over 1,400 full colour illustrations ▶ ▶ NEW! Increased emphasis on three-dimensional treatment planning, ▶ ▶ intensity modulated radiotherapy, combined modality therapy and particle therapy NEW! Greater emphasis on use of radiation oncology in palliative ▶ ▶ and supportive care (in addition to therapy) NEW! Site-specific chapters include relevant background information ▶ ▶ on each tumor, e.g., epidemiology, pathology, diagnostic work-up, prognostic factors, treatment techniques, applications of surgery and chemotherapy, end results of therapy, and pertine May 2013 | ISBN: 978-1-4511-1648-9 | 1,900 pp | 1,486 illus. & 700 tbls | Hardcover Head and Neck Cancer: A Multidisciplinary Approach, Fourth Edition Harrison, Kies & Sessions Comprehensive, multi-disciplinary text addressing all aspects of head and neck cancer and crosses a wide spectrum of specialists, including surgical, radiation and medical oncologists, dentists, pathologists, radiologists, and nurses. This new edition features eight new chapters and nine with new authors. Revisions highlight new techniques and imaging. Features: New imaging emphasizes diagnostics, image guided therapies, ▶ ▶ follow-up imaging, and novel imaging approaches Less basic science and more clinical diagnostics and management ▶ ▶ 25% new illustrations, along with more color images to assist in ▶ ▶ diagnostics and therapeutics September 2013 | ISBN: 978-1-4511-4487-1 | 992 pp | 743 illus. & 165 tbls | Hardcover

that patient’s personal and family history, identify the genes that are most relevant, determine whether to refer that patient for genetic counseling and testing, and guide the patient’s long-term management based on the patient’s mutation-positive or -negative status. The guidebook will be of equal value to the practicing oncologist, surgeon, urologist, endocrinologist, gynecologist, primary care physician, physician’s assistant, advanced practice nurse, and any other clinician counseling a patient who has had cancer. Features: Informative overview summarizes the history and current state of ▶ ▶ genetic cancer testing. Site-specific chapters help you locate essential facts quickly. ▶ ▶ Expert contributors share their years of experience in genetic testing ▶ ▶ and counseling. Timely insights address key medical, ethical, legal, and financial ▶ ▶ implications of genetic cancer testing. May 2013 | ISBN: 978-1-4511-9098-4 | 208 pp | 6 illus. & 35 tbls | Paperback The Bethesda Handbook of Clinical Hematology,

Third Edition Rodgers & Young

Packed with essential information on the diagnosis and treatment of blood and bone marrow disorders, The Bethesda Handbook of Clinical Hematology, Third Edition should be carried in the white coat pocket of the student, resident, or hematology/oncology service and in the briefcase of the internist, family practitioner, and pediatrician who sees patients with blood diseases.

Features: Organization by disease category makes critical information easy to ▶ ▶ find and use. Reader-friendly format includes tables, algorithms, meaningful ▶ ▶ figures, and bulleted lists that highlight vital facts. Invaluable contributions from recognized experts and senior fellows ▶ ▶ bridge the gap between science and the clinical practice. Concise coverage of the diagnosis and treatment makes the ▶ ▶ handbook ideal for quick reference, as well as for Board review! NEW! Emerging diagnostic and treatment strategies refine clinical ▶ ▶ decision-making. NEW! Significantly revised and updated chapters describe recent ▶ ▶ advances in diagnosis and treatment of hematologic disorders. May 2013 | ISBN: 978-1-4511-8270-5 | 512 pp | 56 illus. & 191 tbls | Paperback

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