Main description:

Beginning with the scientific basis of tumors, this book provides up-to-date information on epidemiology, cytogenetics and molecular biology, before looking at current treatments, integrating surgery with radiation therapy and chemotherapy. The chapters are written by world-renowned international authorities on pediatric cancer from major child cancer groups in the UK, Europe and the US. Excellent full-color pictures and detailed line drawings illustrate all aspects of managing childhood tumors. New chapters of this 2nd edition provide the latest developments and strategies in pediatric surgical oncology.

Contents:

A.- Epidemiology of Childhood Tumors.- Tumor Biology and Environmental Carcinogenesis.- Genetic Counseling for Childhood Tumors and Inherited Cancer-Predisposing Syndromes.- Tumor Markers.- Tumor Imaging.- Tumor Pathology - General Principles.- Chemotherapy and Novel Targeted Therapies.- Radiotherapy.- B.- Perinatal Tumors.- Renal Tumors.- Neuroblastoma and Other Adrenal Tumors.- Liver Tumors in Children.- Malignant Germ Cell Tumors.- Soft Tissue Sarcoma.- Lymphoma.- C.- Bone Tumors: Limb Salvage.- Head and Neck Tumors.- Brain Tumors, Intraocular and Orbital Tumors.- Thoracic Tumors.- Rare Tumors.- Reconstructive Surgery.- Surgical Complications of Childhood Tumors.- Supportive Care of Children with Cancer.- Long-term Effects of Childhood Cancer Therapy on Growth and Fertility.- Second Tumors.- Minimally Invasive Surgery in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Childhood Cancer.- New Treatments and New Strategies.- Central Venous Access.- Palliative Care and Pain Management.- Parents' Associations and Support Groups.- Erratum.- Chemotherapy and Novel Targeted Therapies.