* Practical and portable reference on radiation oncology that contains essential information on cancer management for all anatomic sites * Easy-to-read tables present the most current staging and risk classification systems, including those from the AJCC Cancer Staging Manual, 7th edition (2010) * Summarizes the most important studies and trials from the medical literature that form the basis of evidence-based treatment recommendations * Completely revised and updated text describes up-to-date treatment techniques, including new and evolving technologies * Includes new color contouring mini-atlases for head and neck, gastrointestinal, prostate, and gynecological tumors Building on the success of this book's first edition, Dr. Eric Hansen and Dr. Mack Roach have updated, revised, and expanded the Handbook of Evidence-based Radiation Oncology, a portable reference that utilizes evidence-based medicine as the basis for practical treatment recommendations and guidelines. Organized by body site, concise clinical chapters provide easy access to critical information. Important "pearls" of epidemiology, anatomy, pathology, and clinical presentation are highlighted. Key facets of the work-up are listed, followed by staging and/or risk classification systems. Treatment recommendations are discussed based on stage, histology, and/or risk classification. Brief summaries of key trials and studies provide rationale for the recommendations. Practical guidelines for radiation techniques are described. Finally, complications and follow-up guidelines are outlined. Updates from the first edition include brand new color figures and color contouring mini-atlases for head and neck, gastrointestinal, prostate, and gynecological tumors; redesigned tables for increased readibility; new chapters on managment of the neck and unknown primary, clinical radiobiology, and pediatric malignancies and benign conditions; and new appendices including the American

ISBN-13: 9780387929873 ISBN-10: 0387929878 Publisher: Springer Publish Date: July 2010 Page Count: 786 Related Categories Books > Medical > Oncology