Gynaecologic Cancer: A Handbook for Students and Practitioners PDF

Preface

Gynaecologic oncology is a very challenging ield and an important component of gynaecology and oncology. It is one of the most important subjects in gynaecology. The management of patients with gynaecological cancers is complex, as the impact of the outcome of such cancers can be critical. Gynaecologic oncology is always perceived as the most dificult subject in obstetrics and gynaecology. However, this handbook will prove it otherwise. This handbook of gynaecologic oncology is a new addition to the current academic tomes and covers the essential breadth of knowledge ranging from the basics of carcinogenesis to the latest advances in the prevention and management of all gynaecological cancers, including breast cancer. It aims to provide readers with the information and data in a systematic and easy-to-understand format with numerous illustrations and images. It is designed to be handy and compact but with the content equivalent to that of a standard textbook. The book also introduces the readers to the new FIGO staging system, including FIGO staging 2014 for ovarian and fallopian tube carcinoma. It will serve as a useful reference for everyone in the medical ield, including researchers, clinicians, house oficers, pharmacists, doctors, specialists, postgraduate students, fellows and sub-specialty trainees in gynaecologic, radiation and medical oncology and lecturers in universities.