Book description
Orthopaedic Oncology: Diagnosis and Treatment
is a complete reference for handling the full range of musculoskeletal
tumors frequently encountered in the clinical setting, from osseous
tumors in the upper extremity, to soft-tissue tumors of the pelvis. The
first section presents the principles of initial assessment, guiding the
clinician through key questions for developing the differential
diagnosis and selecting the imaging modality and surgical technique. The
second part of this book presents sarcoma case reports that cover tumor
pathologies in different anatomic locations. Each case report contains
succinct descriptions of presenting history, differential diagnosis,
anatomic and imaging issues, biopsy techniques, pathologic diagnosis and
grading, treatment options, surgical details, preferred treatment,
pearls, and pitfalls.Features:
A comprehensive collection of cases presented according to anatomic location
Special emphasis on the significance of a tumor's initial
presentation and its implications for surgical treatment
Clinical insights for tailoring treatment plans to the patient's
particular condition, such as determining when neoadjuvant
chemotherapy and adjuvant chemotherapy are indicated
Current information about the use of positron emission tomography
(PET) for tumor grading
Recommendations for avoiding complications and managing potential pitfalls
More than 300 images and illustrations that demonstrate key concepts
This book is an indispensable resource for orthopedists, oncologists, as
well as radiologists and pathology specialists treating patients with
bone and soft-tissue tumors. "Well written and illustrated volume
that approaches orthopaedic oncology from the point of view of the
clinical dilemma...It provides a very important insight into
multidisciplinary management of these lesions." -- RAD
Magazin_x000D_ _x000D_ "Cases are beautifully illustrated
throughout with radiographs, imaging findings, and pathological
findings...an up-to-date reference source."--Journal of Orthopaedic
& Sports Physical Therapy_x000D_ _x000D_ "[Four stars]
Excellent book...uses a unique method to discuss the various tumors by
presenting case reports for specific tumors...and then providing a good
discussion of diagnosis and management...[provides] a good learning
experience."--Doody's Review Professor and Director, Orthopedic
Services-UWMC, Seattle, WA, USA
