Ranal and Adrenal Tumors

Book Description
In the past decade there has been an explosiion of far-reaching
developments in the biological and physical sciences relevant to
cancer. The incidence and mortality from renal cell carcinoma
has continuously risen over the past 50 years. Despite this
survival for patients has notably improved and great strides
have been made in the management of patients with renal cell
carcinoma. Our understanding of the natural history of renal
cell carcinoma, the role of nephrectomy, the benefits of
immunotherapy and the possibilities of new technologies are
evolving and are being integrated with advances in
classification and staging. This book provides a comprehensive
source of information on renal and adrenal tumors that will be
of practical interest for students, residents, physicians, and
researchers alike. It reviews comprehensively the current
understanding of the biology, pathophysiology and urological
oncology of the disease, looking at the clinical problems and
potential solutions including chapters on both the scientific
and clinical principles. Fully ilustrated, the book emphasizes
new advances in molecular biology, pathogenesis, detection and
experimental therapeutics and focuses on new developments in
clinical research. An international team of recognized experts
have been brought together to provide historical perspectives,
an overview of basic facts, and an assessment and exploration of
the newer developments in our understanding of the clinical,
genetic, and molecular aspects of these diseases. The book
clearly distinguishes what is generally agreed upon from what is
still contoversial, giving both sides equal treatment.