Oxford Textbooks

The Oxford Textbook of Neuro-Oncology examines the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, and management of adult and childhood central nervous system (CNS) tumours. The book is organized according to the World Health Organization (WHO) classification of CNS tumours and includes an introductory chapter discussing the new, revised WHO classification that will be used in future editions of this textbook. The book reviews primary CNS tumours, metastatic CNS tumours, and familial tumour syndromes. Each chapter is organized according to a uniform framework, addressing epidemiology, aetiology, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, imaging, and treatment, with a focus on different treatment modalities and specific consideration of paediatric aspects, where applicable. Each chapter is authored by a multidisciplinary, international group of senior specialists representing the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Asia/Pacific region. It is written for generalists and specialists managing these various conditions. It provides an outlook on how current developments in molecular diagnostics, which have in part been integrated into the new WHO classification, may shape clinical decision-making in the future.Less

This new 3rd edition of the Oxford Textbook of Oncology is a major piece of scholarly work that details the evolution, evidence base and current best practice in multidisciplinary practice in oncology. Oncology is the largest hospital multi-specialty and the contributors to this 3rd edition are all internationally recognised key opinion leaders in their field. It includes all aspects of oncology, including surgery, radiotherapy, and medical oncology. It focuses on the clinical aspects of oncology while also covering the basic sciences. It provides introductory chapters covering basic science (cell and molecular biology and genetics), translational science (pharmacology, pharmo-genetics, drug discovery, drug development, radiation oncology), general principles of surgical radiation and medical oncology, cancer imaging and pathology, followed by a series of disease-associated chapters.Less