The purpose of this book is twofold: First, it provides an up-to-date overview of the field of surgical oncology for surgeons in training. Particular attention is devoted to the principles of surgery, but important aspects of radiation and medical oncology are also discussed. Furthermore, diagnostic, staging, and treatment algorithms are presented that will offer invaluable assistance in management decision making. The second aim of the book is to offer a comprehensive reference source on the role of surgery in curative and palliative management for medical and radiation oncologists (in practice and in training) and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of cancer patients. The full range of cancer types is covered in a practical, multidisciplinary approach, and additional chapters are devoted to pediatric malignancies, the role of new surgical technologies, and surgical emergencies.¿

Practical multidisciplinary approach

Non-Invasive and Invasive Breast Cancer.- Esophageal Cancer.- Pulmonary Malignancies.- Gastric Malignancies.- Gastro-Intestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST).- Cancer of the Colon.- Carcinoma of Rectum and Anus.- Hepatobiliary Cancer.- Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma.- Cystic Tumors of the Pancreas .- Adrenal Tumors.- Neuro-Endocrine Abdominal Tumors.- Well-Differentiated Carcinoma of the Thyroid and Neoplasm of the Para-Thyroid Glands.- Hematologic Malignancies of Surgical Interest and Splenic Tumors.- Surgical Emergencies in Cancer Patients and Cancer of Unknown Origin.- New Technology in Cancer Surgical Therapy.- Pediatric Malignancies.