Book[edited by] Darrell S. Rigel [and others].
Summary: Cancer of the Skin, edited by Drs. Rigel, Robinson, Ross, Friedman, Cockerell, Lim, Stockfleth, and Kirkwood, is your complete, multimedia guide to early diagnosis and effective medical and surgical treatment of melanoma and other skin cancers. Thoroughly updated with 11 new chapters, this broad-based, comprehensive reference provides you with the latest information on clinical genetics and genomics of skin cancer, targeted therapy for melanoma, the Vitamin D debate concerning the risks and benefits of sun exposure, and other timely topics. A new, multi-disciplinary team of contributors and editors comprised of leading experts in this field offers truly diverse perspectives and worldwide best practices.
Contents:
The Biology of Skin Cancer Invasion and Metastasis
Genetics of Skin Cancer
The Biology of the Melanocyte
Skin Cancer: Burden of Disease
Epidemiology of Skin Cancer
Etiological Factors in Skin Cancers: Environmental and Biological
The Importance of Primary and Secondary Prevention Programs for Skin Cancer
Chemoprevention of Skin Cancers
Current Concepts in Photoprotection
Actinic Keratoses and Other Precursors of Keratinocytic Cutaneous Malignancies
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Adnexal Carcinomas of the Skin
Paget's Disease
Sarcomas of the Skin
Kaposi's Sarcoma
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Malignant Neoplasms: Vascular Differentiation
Cutaneous Neoplastic Disorders Related to HPV and HIV Infection
Pseudolymphomas of the Skin
Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma Mycosis Fungoides and Sézary Syndrome
Dysplastic Nevi
Congenital Melanocytic Nevi
The Many Faces of Melanoma
The Importance of Early Detection of Melanoma, Physician and Self-Examination
Prognostic Factors and Staging in Melanoma
Pathology of Melanoma: Interpretation and New Concepts
Management of the Patient with Melanoma
Pregnancy and Melanoma
Genetic Testing for Melanoma
Spitz nevus
Cutaneous Carcinogenesis Related to Dermatologic Therapy
Genetic Disorders Predisposing to Skin Malignancy
Dermatologic Manifestations of Internal Malignancy
Dermatologic Manifestations of Systemic Oncologic Therapy of Cutaneous Malignancies
The Dermoscopic Patterns of Melanoma and Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer
Computer-Aided Diagnosis for Cutaneous Melanoma
Confocal Microscopy in Skin Cancer
Clinical Genomics for Melanoma Detection
Biopsy Techniques
Curettage and Electrodesiccation
Cryosurgery
Topical Treatment of Skin Cancer
Immune Response Modulators in the Treatment of Skin Cancer
Photodynamic Therapy in Skin Cancer
Surgical Excision for Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer
Mohs Surgery
Treatment of Disseminated Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers
Surgical Excision of Melanoma
Regional Lymph Node Surgery in Melanoma Patients
Reconstructive Surgery for Skin Cancer
Radiation Therapy in the Treatment of Skin Cancers
Adjuvant Therapy for Cutaneous Melanoma
Vaccine Therapy for Melanoma
Targeted Therapy for Melanoma
Imaging Work-up of the Patient with Melanoma
Treatment of Disseminated Melanoma
Management of Skin Cancer in the Immunocompromised Patient
Indoor Tanning
Vitamin D and UV: Risks and Benefits
Photography in Skin Cancer Treatment
Psychological Responses and Coping Strategies in Skin Cancer Patients
Medical and Legal Aspects of Skin Cancer Patients.