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Diagnostic Histopathology of Tumors: 2 Volume Set,

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By Christopher D. M. Fletcher, MD, FRCPath

Publication Date: 21 May 2013

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Diagnose tumors with confidence with Diagnostic Histopathology of Tumors, 4th Edition. Dr. Christopher Fletcher¿s renowned reference provides the advanced, expert guidance you need to evaluate and interpret even the most challenging histopathology specimens more quickly and accurately.

"I would highly recommend this text to any neuropathologist to aide their day to day practice." Reviewed by Neuropathology and Applied Neurobiology, Apr 2015

Key Features

Diagnose efficiently and effectively using diagnostic flow charts, correlations of gross appearances to microscopic findings, and differential diagnosis tables for better recognition and evaluation of similar-looking entities.

New Features

Employ immunohistochemistry, molecular and genetic diagnostic tests, and other modern techniques as well as the best morphologic diagnostic methods to effectively identify each tumor or tumor-like entity.
Utilize new, clinically important molecular genetic data and updated classification schemes to help guide treatment and targeted therapy.
Apply the latest techniques and diagnostic criteria with completely rewritten chapters on Small and Large Intestines, Heart, Larynx and Trachea, Ear, and Peritoneum.
Find critical information quickly thanks to more tables and bulleted lists throughout.
Access the entire text and illustrations online, fully searchable, at www.expertconsult.com.

About the author

By Christopher D. M. Fletcher, MD, FRCPath, Vice Chair, Anatomic Pathology, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Chief of Onco-Pathology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Professor of Pathology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

VOLUME 1

1. Introduction

2. Tumors of the Heart and Pericardium

3. Vascular Tumors

4. Tumors of the Upper Respiratory Tract
Part A: Nasal Cavity, Paranasal Sinuses, and Nasopharynx

Part B: Larynx, Hypopharynx, and Trachea

5. Tumors of the Lung and Pleura

6. Tumors of the Oral Cavity

7. Tumors of the Salivary Glands

8. Tumors of the Esophagus and Stomach

9. Tumors of the Small and Large Intestines, Including Anal Canal

10. Tumors of the Liver, Biliary Tree, and Gallbladder

11. Tumors of the Exocrine Pancreas

12. Tumors of the Urinary Tract

Part A: Tumors of the Kidney

Part B: Tumors of the Renal Pelvis and Ureter

Part C: Tumors of the Urinary Bladder and Urethra

13. Tumors of the Female Genital Tract

Part A: Ovary, Fallopian Tube, and Broad and Round Ligaments

Part B: Endometrial Tumors

Part C: Tumors of the Placenta and Gestational Trophoblastic Disease

Part D: Myometrium

Part E: Cervix

Part F: Vagina

Part G: Vulva

14. Tumors and Tumor-like Conditions of the Male Genital Tract

Part A: Prostate and Seminal Vesicles

Part B: Testicular Neoplasms

Part C: Penis and Scrotum

15. Tumors of the Peritoneum

VOLUME 2

16. Tumors of the Breast

17. Tumors of the Pituitary Gland

18. Tumors of the Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands

Part A: The Thyroid Gland

Part B: The Parathyroid Gland

19. Tumors of the Adrenal Gland

20. Tumors of the Endocrine Pancreas

21. Tumors of the Lymphoreticular System, Including Spleen and Thymus

Part A: The Lymph Node

Part B: The Spleen

Part C: The Thymus

22. Tumors of the Hematopoietic System

23. Tumors of the Skin

24. Tumors of Soft Tissue

25. Tumors of the Osteoarticular System

26. Tumors of the Central Nervous System

27. Peripheral Neuroectodermal Tumors

28. Tumors of the Autonomic Nervous System, Including Paraganglia

29. Tumors of the Eye and Ocular Adnexae

30. Tumors of the Ear

31. Molecular Genetic Techniques in Diagnosis and Prognosis

Book Reviews

"In my opinion this latest edition is comprehensive, accessible and up to date. It manages to incorporate a huge amount of molecular detail into the two volumes. .. I would highly recommend this text to any neuropathologist to aide their day to day practice." Reviewed by Neuropathology and Applied Neurobiology, Apr 2015

ISBN: 9781437715347

Page Count: 2284

Illustrations : Approx. 3350 illustrations (3350 in full color)

Retail Price : £296.99

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