An Evidence-Based Approach to the Management of Nasopharyngeal Cancer: From Basic Science to Clinical Presentation and Treatment

Author: Abdullah, Baharudin

Brand: Academic Press

Edition: 1

ISBN: 9780128144039

Release Date: 01-06-2020

Package Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.5 x 0.7 inches

Languages: English

Binding: paperback

Number Of Pages: 330

Details: An Evidence-Based Approach to the Management of Nasopharyngeal Cancer: From Basic Science to Clinical Presentation and Treatment provides a comprehensive overview with updated management procedures for nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Written by experts on the subject, it is organized in a simple yet comprehensive manner to aid in the understanding of this complex condition. The book discusses several topics related to NPC, including epidemiology, pathophysiology, risk factors and treatment (surgical and non-surgical). Additionally, it discusses key features of clinical presentation of NPC, recent advances and promising new therapies.
This will be a valuable source for clinicians, graduate students, oncologists and several members of the biomedical field who are interested in understanding nasopharyngeal cancer in a practical and applicable way. Discusses current trends in surgery, including the use of endoscopy and robotic and navigation technology in the management of NPC Presents a summary with diagrams and workflows at the end of every chapter as a quick reference guide Encompasses colorful figures of pathology, clinical cases, endoscopic findings, surgical approaches, resection of tumors, brachytherapy and robotic and navigation technology so readers fully comprehend content