Surgical foundations : essentials of surgical oncology

Authors:Michael S. Sabel, Vernon K. Sondak, Jeffrey J. Sussman

Summary:This "mini-textbook" delivers the most practical, need-to-know information in surgical oncology in an exceptionally economical and user-friendly format. Coverage progresses from key basic science knowledge, principles of oncology care, and research to general diagnostic and operative procedures for a variety of cancers. The result is an uncommonly compact, effective source for the state-of-the-art surgical oncology knowledge you need! Coverage progresses from key basic science knowledge, principles of oncology care and research, and general diagnostic and operative procedures for a variety of cancers, including breast cancer, melanoma, sarcoma, GI malignancies, head and neck cancers and endocrine tumors, so you can face any challenge with confidence. Begins each chapter with a bulleted list of key points, and presents crucial facts in boxes, to facilitate review. Offers abundant illustrations, photographs, and tables to clarify complex concepts