New York/Stuttgart - Thieme announced today the release of the second edition of "Neuro-Oncology: The Essentials" by Mark Bernstein, BSc, MD, MHSc, FRCSC, and Mitchel S. Berger, MD. This timely revision of a classic title is a must-have for clinicians, senior residents, and basic scientists.
The new edition maintains all the features that have made this book such a popular resource over the years including: pearls, pitfalls, controversies and special considerations.
Comprehensive in scope and highly readable, the title is known
for its brevity and effective use of special boxed features to highlight the
most salient points and issues for the reader. Clearly focused chapters present
up-to-date coverage of biology, imaging, surgery, radiation, chemotherapy,
immune therapy, and gene therapy. Specific tumor types are addressed in separate
dedicated chapters, providing more detailed information.
More
than 250 photographs and illustrations effectively showcase key concepts and
enhance the quick reference approach to the content. A carefully selected group
of international authors have effectively presented both the fundamental science
and core clinical concepts for successfully managing common problems that arise
in neuro-oncology.
Current and concise, "Neuro-Oncology: The Essentials" successfully delivers the essence of neuro-oncology in an attractive, user-friendly format. The new edition is an invaluable reference tool for neurosurgeons, neurologists, oncologists, residents as well as students.
About Thieme
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