Tnm Atlas - Illustrated Guide to the Tnm Classification of Malignant Tumours

Klappentext The complete, authoritative TNM cancer classification and staging system--now illustrated with new, full-colour figures for fast, effective, anatomical referencingReferring to "Tumour," "Node," and "Metastasis," the TNM system is the most widely used means for classifying and staging the extent of cancer spread. Published in affiliation with the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), TNM Atlas, Sixth Edition presents the illustrated version of the TNM Classification of Malignant Tumours, Seventh Edition, promoting the uniform application of the TNM classification in cancer practice.Utilizing beautiful, full-colour medical artwork--illustrating the T and N categories in clear, easily understood graphics--this book aides in the practical application of the TNM classification system. It enables all disciplines involved in cancer classification, staging, and treatment to reach a more standardized understanding and documentation of the anatomical spread of tumours, and further enhances the dissemination and use of the TNM classification.The TNM Atlas, Sixth Edition:* Is based upon the very latest TNM Classification data available in TNM Classification of Malignant Tumours, Seventh Edition* Features over 500 full-colour figures that clearly illustrate and highlight anatomical sites of cancer involvement* Makes TNM classification even more clinically applicable in the day-to-day environment* Is an extremely useful tool for clinical reference, teaching, discussion, and patient educationBased in Geneva, the UICC is one of the most widely affiliated cancer organisations in the world, with its core mission being cancer classification and control. Its TNM Atlas, Sixth Edition is a valuable reference for all medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists, anatomical and surgical pathologists, cancer registrars, oncology nurses and physician extenders, international cancer care centres, and governmental and NGOs dedicated to cancer control. Zusammenfassung The complete, authoritative TNM cancer classification and staging system--now illustrated with new, full-colour figures for fast, effective, anatomical referencingReferring to "Tumour," "Node," and "Metastasis," the TNM system is the most widely used means for classifying and staging the extent of cancer spread. Published in affiliation with the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), TNM Atlas, Sixth Edition presents the illustrated version of the TNM Classification of Malignant Tumours, Seventh Edition, promoting the uniform application of the TNM classification in cancer practice.Utilizing beautiful, full-colour medical artwork--illustrating the T and N categories in clear, easily understood graphics--this book aides in the practical application of the TNM classification system. It enables all disciplines involved in cancer classification, staging, and treatment to reach a more standardized understanding and documentation of the anatomical spread of tumours, and further enhances the dissemination and use of the TNM classification.The TNM Atlas, Sixth Edition:* Is based upon the very latest TNM Classification data available in TNM Classification of Malignant Tumours, Seventh Edition* Features over 500 full-colour figures that clearly illustrate and highlight anatomical sites of cancer involvement* Makes TNM classification even more clinically applicable in the day-to-day environment* Is an extremely useful tool for clinical reference, teaching, discussion, and patient educationBased in Geneva, the UICC is one of the most widely affiliated cancer organisations in the world, with its core mission being cancer classification and control. Its TNM Atlas, Sixth Edition is a valuable reference for all medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists, anatomical and surgical pathologists, cancer registrars, oncology nurses and physician extenders, international cancer care centres, and governmental and NGOs dedicated to ...

List of contents

Foreword to the First Edition, viiPreface to the Sixth Edition, viiiAcknowledgements, ixContributors to the Sixth Edition, xContributors to the Fifth Edition, xiContributors to the Fourth Edition, xiiContributors to the Third Edition, xiiiContributors to the Second Edition, xivPreliminary Note, xvResidual Tumour (R) Classification, xviHead and Neck Tumours, 1Lip and Oral Cavity, 8Pharynx, 18Larynx, 35Nasal Cavity and Paranasal Sinuses, 46Malignant Melanoma of Upper Aerodigestive Tract, 56Major Salivary Glands, 59Thyroid Gland, 64Digestive system Tumours, 72Oesophagus including Oesophagogastric Junction, 73Stomach, 81Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour (GIST), 88Small Intestine, 91Appendix - Carcinoma, 96Appendix - Carcinoid, 101Gastric, Small and Large Intestinal Carcinoid Tumours, 107Colon and Rectum, 115Anal Canal, 127Liver - Hepatocellular Carcinoma, 135Liver - Intrahepatic Bile Ducts, 141Gallbladder, 145Extrahepatic Bile Ducts - Perihilar, 151Extrahepatic Bile Ducts - Distal, 155Ampulla of Vater, 160Pancreas, 167Lung and Pleural Tumours, 173Lung, 174Pleural Mesothelioma, 185Bone and Soft Tissue Tumours, 193Bone, 194Soft Tissues, 197Skin Tumours, 201Carcinoma of the Skin, 207Carcinoma of the Skin of the Eyelid, 211Malignant Melanoma of Skin, 216Merkel Cell Carcinoma of Skin, 225Breast Tumours, 229Gynaecological Tumours, 248Vulva, 249Vagina, 254Cervix Uteri, 261Uterus Endometrium, 271Uterus - Uterine Sarcomas, 276Ovary, 284Fallopian Tube, 292Gestational Trophoblastic Tumours, 298Urological Tumours, 301Penis, 302Prostate, 311Testis, 319Kidney, 337Renal Pelvis and Ureter, 346Urinary Bladder, 354Urethra, 361Adrenal Cortex Tumours, 372Hodgkin Lymphoma, 376Non-Hodgkin LymphomaS, 390

Product details

• Authors: Christian Asamura Wittekind
• Assisted by: Asamura (Editor), H. Asamura (Editor), Hisa Asamura (Editor), Hisao Asamura (Editor), Leslie H Sobin (Editor), L. H. Sobin (Editor), Leslie H. Sobin (Editor), Christian Wittekind (Editor)
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.11.2013
• EAN: 9781444332421
• ISBN: 978-1-4443-3242-1
• No. of pages: 408
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine