Myers, E.: CANCER OF THE HEAD AND NECK  4th Ed. - Octubre 2003 - 215,00 € - 850 Pag.

 
The latest edition of this definitive reference delivers state-of-the-art coverage of every aspect of head and neck cancer. Authors are all experts in their fields, with two new editors bringing fresh up-to-date perspectives. The 4th Edition takes a multidisciplinary approach to surgery and management, bringing new information on topics such as reconstruction of the vocal chords, treatment of laryngeal cancer, and radiotherapy.   

What's New
  • Features cutting-edge coverage of radiologic evaluation, including the diagnosis and progression of cancers via PET scanning.
  • Includes new information on the treatment of cancer of the nasopharanx, plus the surgical treatment of recurrent nasopharangeal cancer.
  • Discusses the use of combined chemotherapy and radiation to preserve the larynx in patients with advanced cancer in this area.
  • Presents the very latest developments in the management of unusual tumors such as hemangiomas and arteriovenous malformation of the head and neck
  • Describes five new areas of reconstruction of major defects in the head and neck following surgery: anterolateral thigh flap, palatomaxillary reconstruction, reconstruction of the cheek, posterior scalping flap, and submental island flap.
  • Discusses the current status of immunotherapy in treating head and neck cancer.

Contents
 
Myers: Cancer of the Head and Neck, 4/E  
 
Table of Contents:  
 
1. Perspectives in Head and Neck Cancer  
2. Pathogenesis and Progression of Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Head and Neck  
3. Pathology of the Head and Neck: Basic Considerations and Concepts  
4. Evaluation, Classification, and Staging  
5. Radiologic Evaluation of Cancer of the Head and Neck  
6. Anesthetic Considerations  
7. Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer of the Head and Neck  
8. Melanoma of the Head and Neck  
9. Cancer of the Nasal Cavity, Paranasal Sinuses, and Orbit  
10. Surgery of the Anterior and Lateral Skull Base  
11. Cancer of the Nasopharynx  
12. Cancer of the Lip  
13. Cancer of the Oral Cavity  
14. Cancer of the Oropharynx  
15. Cancer of the Larynx  
16. Cancer of the Hypopharynx and Cervical Esophagus  
17. Tumors of the Cervical Trachea  
18. Cancer of the Neck  
19. Cancer of the Thyroid  
20. Tumors of the Parathyroid Glands  
21. Malignant Tumors of the Salivary Glands  
22. Tumors of the Parapharyngeal Space  
23. Cancer of the Ear and Temporal Bone  
24. Cancer of the Head and Neck in the Pediatric Population  
25. Cancer of the Head and Neck in HIV-Infected Patients  
26. Diagnosis and Management of Lymphomas of the Head and Neck  
27. Unusual Tumors  
28. Reconstruction of Major Defects in the Head and Neck Following Cancer Surgery  
29. Oral Rehabilitation of Patients with Cancer of the Head and Neck  
30. Nursing Care  
31. General Principles of Radiation Therapy for Cancer of the Head and Neck  
32. Chemoprevention  
33. Chemotherapy in the Treatment of Cancer of the Head and Neck  
34. Immunotherapy of Cancer of the Head and Neck  
35. Rehabilitation of Swallowing and Speech in Head and Neck Surgery  
36. Supportive and Palliative Care  
37. Quality of Life in Patients with Head and Neck Cancer