| Malignant Mesothelioma: Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Translational Therapies 2005 Edition Contributor(s): Pass, Harvey I. (Editor), Vogelzang, Nicholas (Editor), Carbone, Michele (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0387229493 ISBN-13: 9780387229492 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $208.99 Product Type: Hardcover Published: June 2005 Annotation: Malignant mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer, in which the cancer cells are found in the sac lining the chest (pleura) or abdomen (peritoneum). This lethal disease is associated with asbestos and has vast economic and legal implications. As the disease takes approximately twenty years to manifest itself in humans, a wave of diagnoses is expected in the near future. In the United States alone, an estimated 3,500 - 4,000 patients are diagnosed with mesothelioma annually, and it is estimated that over the next 35 years, more than 250,000 people in Western Europe will be diagnosed with the disease. Malignant Mesothelioma, edited by internationally recognized experts in the field, is a comprehensive text that relates science, pathology, clinical aspects and therapy for mesothelioma under one cover. The book integrates the newest research and advances in its discussions of the disease, covering such topics as carcinogenesis, epidemiology, benchwork, endoscopy, multimodality approaches and treatment. It includes discussions on novel approaches to mesothelioma, such as gene therapy, vaccination strategies and immunotherapy, as well as discussions on the legal and economic aspects of the disease. Over 200 illustrations round out the text. An invaluable reference for the medical oncologist, thoracic surgeon, radiation oncologist, pulmonologist, and benchworker interested in the disease. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Oncology - General - Medical | Surgery - Cardiothoracic |
| Dewey: 616.994 |
| Physical Information: 1.58" H x 7.3" W x 10.3" (4.29 lbs) 882 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: (Review from JAMA) Malignant mesothelioma is an uncommon neoplasm usually associated with exposure to asbestos. Because of its low incidence, thorough reviews of the topic are hard to find. Harvey Pass and colleagues have edited an up-to-date, comprehensive book that includes a wide range of information, from a historical perspective to descriptions of the latest treatment. The authors . . . have written chapters on the carcinogenesis, molecular genetics, and clinical aspects of mesothelioma. Malignant Mesothelioma is suitable for a broad audience. Laboratory researchers will use it as a resource for information about the pathogenesis, animal models, molecular genetics, and cell lines of mesothelioma. . . . Clinicians will benefit from this complete guide to the presentation, prognosis, imaging, and treatment of the disease. I highly recommend this book to all who are interested in mesothelioma. Julie R. Brahmer, M.D. Book Reviews Copyright (c) 2006 Massachusetts Medical Society |