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Cervical Cancer: Contemporary Management is indeed a state-of-the-art textbook on cervix cancer. The contents are organized into 8 sections and 33 chapters with the latter consistently and sequentially structured with an initial outline, introduction, descriptive but focused narrative complemented by quality figures, diagrams, tables and photographs and supported by contemporary references affording ease of access to appropriate resource information. This may be the only book of its kind comprehensively addressing all aspects of cervical cancer beginning with screening, diagnosis and management of pre-invasive disease which includes screening in low resource countries, recent advances in scr...
Cancer Cervix is the 4th most common cancer in women around the world. India accounts for approximately 25% of global prevalence. A study published in 2014 stated the crude incidence rate of cancer cervix is 20.2 per one lakh population in our country. In our state, Odisha, there has been a gross increase of incidence approximately by 4% between 2008 and 2011. Also, cancer cervix is the leading cause of cancer death in women in under developed countries. Pap smear has been the gold standard screening test for cervical cancer since its introduction in 1949. It has helped reducing the cervical cancer mortality rates roughly to half. New technology like immunocytochemistry assay for the simulta...
This book comprehensively covers endometrial carcinoma, a type of gynecological cancer that is often overlooked but of great interest. Although the incidence of the disease is rapidly increasing, both per se and as part of familial cancer syndromes, there is a great deal of controversy regarding its diagnosis, evaluation and management. This book underlines the significance of endometrial carcinoma, highlights key prevention measures, charts its evaluation, and addresses the stage-by-stage management of this malignancy, with particular attention to the role of minimally invasive surgery. Further, it includes a chapter on future perspectives including robotics, targeted therapies and other developments in the offing. divOverall, the book provides a comprehensive guide to endometrial cancer, which if approached properly, can have an excellent prognosis, thus saving many lives and/or achieving substantially improved quality of life.>
This book is a concise guide to surgical oncology for clinicians. Each section is dedicated to operative procedures for a specific type of cancer, from breast, head and neck and urological, to gastrointestinal, bone and soft tissue, and more. Every chapter provides guidance on preoperative evaluation, appropriate types of anaesthesia, patient positioning, a step by step description of the procedure, and potential complications. Minimally invasive procedures are covered in detail. Key points including ‘dos and don’ts’ conclude each topic and the detailed text is enhanced by operative photographs, diagrams and tables to assist learning. Key Points Concise guide to operative surgical oncology Covers step by step procedures for many types of cancer Includes detailed discussion on minimally invasive procedures Each chapter summarised by key points including ‘dos and don’ts’
Global experts present thought-provoking debates on 50 topics in gynecologic oncology, one of modern healthcare's most controversial areas.
Screening in Obstetrics & Gynecology is a concise guide to screening for spontaneous preterm labour and delivery, foetal hypoxia, menopause, and screening tests in contraceptive users. The book is divided into 24 chapters, each one covering a specific method of screening. The initial chapters discuss maternal red blood cell group and antibody screen, antepartum assessment of haemoglobin, haematocrit and serum ferritin in detail. Other chapters include information on ultrasound detection of structural abnormalities in the first trimester, fundal height measurement and management of foetal growth restriction by Doppler velocimetry. Later chapters focus on screening for specific conditions such...
This book presents gynaecologists with the most recent developments and research in the field of cervical cancer, with emphasis on screening and early diagnosis. Beginning with an introduction to the disease, the following chapters discuss the HPV (Human papillomavirus) vaccination and cervical screening using the Pap smear test. The final sections cover colposcopy and management of changes in the cervix detected during screening. This practical guide provides in depth coverage of cervical cancer, from its epidemiology to its management. A self assessment test is included to enhance learning, as well as nearly 100 clinical photographs, illustrations and tables. Key points Practical guide to cervical cancer for gynaecologists and trainees Emphasis on screening and early detection Features complete chapter on HPV vaccination Self assessment included to test knowledge