[July 18, 2011]

Research and Markets: Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Practical Approach - Essential Resource for Gastroenterologists, Hepatologists, Liver Surgeons, Hepatobiliary Surgeons, Oncologists

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4ce10d/hepatocellular_car) has announced the addition of the "Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Practical Approach" book to their offering.

An essential resource for gastroenterologists, hepatologists, liver surgeons, hepatobiliary surgeons, oncologists, and all those working in the field of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Practical Approach covers the updates and recent developments on the diagnosis, screening, and comprehensive medical and surgical management of HCC. This one-of-a-kind textbook explores all aspects of the disease using a practical, evidence-based approach, and provides step-by-step treatment guidelines that are applicable to all clinical scenarios. Highlights in the text include:

• screening and surveillance methods to aid in the prevention of HCC
• imaging technologies for accurate diagnosis, including ultrasound and PET
• treatment modalities for HCC, such as local ablation therapy, chemoembolization, chemotherapy, and liver resection and transplantation
• a discussion on novel therapies and future therapeutic trends for treating HCC

Key Topics Covered:

Preface. I.

a. Epidemiology.

b. Pathogenesis and Hepatocarcinogenesis.

c. Screening and Surveillance.

d. Prevention.

II. Diagnosis.

a. Tumor Markers.

b. Imaging: from Ultrasound to PET.

c. Staging.

III. Management.

a. Local Ablation Therapy.

b. Chemoembolization.

c. Chemotherapy and Novel therapies.

d. Liver Resection.

e. Liver Transplantation.

f. Current Approach and Future Trends.

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4ce10d/hepatocellular_car

Source (News - Alert): Informa Healthcare

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