The Surgery of Childhood Tumors

A.- Epidemiology of Childhood Tumors.- Tumor Biology and Environmental Carcinogenesis.- Genetic Counseling for Childhood Tumors and Inherited Cancer-Predisposing Syndromes.- Tumor Markers.- Tumor Imaging.- Tumor Pathology - General Principles.- Chemotherapy and Novel Targeted Therapies.- Radiotherapy.- B.- Perinatal Tumors.- Renal Tumors.- Neuroblastoma and Other Adrenal Tumors.- Liver Tumors in Children.- Malignant Germ Cell Tumors.- Soft Tissue Sarcoma.- Lymphoma.- C.- Bone Tumors: Limb Salvage.- Head and Neck Tumors.- Brain Tumors, Intraocular and Orbital Tumors.- Thoracic Tumors.- Rare Tumors.- Reconstructive Surgery.- Surgical Complications of Childhood Tumors.- Supportive Care of Children with Cancer.- Long-term Effects of Childhood Cancer Therapy on Growth and Fertility.- Second Tumors.- Minimally Invasive Surgery in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Childhood Cancer.- New Treatments and New Strategies.- Central Venous Access.- Palliative Care and Pain Management.- Parents' Associations and Support Groups.- Erratum.- Chemotherapy and Novel Targeted Therapies.

From the reviews of the second edition:



"A much needed update of the 1999 edition ... . will be beneficial to all in the field of pediatrics or pediatric surgery. It is reasonably advanced ... senior surgical house officers and trainees in pediatric surgery will find it readable and instructive. ... Overall, this is an excellent book on childhood tumors. It is extensive, well illustrated, complete, and up to date. The organization makes it easy to follow. In short, this is a currently definitive text on the treatment of childhood tumors." (Robert M Arensman, Doody's Review Service, May, 2008)

"This book for pediatric surgeons, fellows, residents, and pediatric oncologists reflects the extensive experience of its editors and authors in caring for children with cancer. It is well written, well organized, up to date, and easy to read. ... This book is an excellent resource for surgeons and other clinicians who care for children with cancer. The information is accessible, concise, and up to date, giving the surgeon a guide for planning preoperative, surgical, and postoperative management." (Joel Shilyansky, The New England Journal of Medicine, March, 2009)

"The recent publication of 'The Surgery of Childhood Tumors' ... is a most welcome addition to the literature detailing the surgical aspects of childhood tumours. ... will provide useful guidance to the specialist surgical oncologist or the paediatric surgeon involved in cancer management in children. ... The book is complemented with excellent imaging and clinical photographs, many in colour. ... The book fills a void, is well written, and will provide a comprehensive reference for all those involved in this difficult but rewarding area." (Martin T. Corbally, Pediatric Surgery International, Vol. 25, 2009)