Keating Robert F., Goodrich James Tait, Packer Roger J. (eds.) Tumors of the Pediatric Central Nervous System

Thieme, 2001. — 577 p. — ISBN: 0-86577-848-5First book to achieve an integrated medical and surgical approach to tumors of the pediatric nervous system, giving you a broad array of treatment options. You will find full coverage of the newest diagnostic and management techniques, state-of-the-art technologies, molecular biology advances, and the latest trends in the operating theatre. And you will benefit from in-depth discussions of the most commonly seen tumors as well as the rarer and more esoteric ones.Special benefits of Tumors of the Pediatric Nervous System:- Full discussions of medical and surgical treatment protocols, with advantages, disadvantages, complications, and outcomes of each - Coverage of dramatic advances in genetics, molecular biology and surgery (e.g. endoscopic, frameless, stereotaxy) as well as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and immunotherapy- Dozens of case studies by leaders in the field offering important clinical insights- Numerous algorithms, charts, tables, and management guidelines for at-a-glance summaries of key points- Nearly 130 full-color pathologic slides- Cost/benefit analysis integrated throughoutTake advantage of this comprehensive approach to diagnosis and treatment that is so critical in today's health care environment. Whether you are a surgeon, oncologist, pediatrician or ancillary specialist, you will find a wealth of broad-based information that enhances patient care and leads to improved outcomes.Current Diagnosis and Therapeutic Approaches
Pediatric Neuro-oncology: A Historical Perspective, James Tait Goodrich
Epidemiology of Brain Tumors
Diagnostic Principles
Neuroradiology
Surgical Neuropathology
Anesthetic Considerations
Critical Care Considerations
Radiotherapy
Stereotactic Radiosurgery
Chemotherapy
Gene Therapy
Intracranial Tumors
Infratentorial Astrocytoma
Brain Stem Tumors
Supratentorial Astrocytoma
Infratentorial Ependymoma
Supratentorial Ependymoma
Infratentorial Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
Supratentorial Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
Craniopharyngioma
Pituitary Tumors
Optic Nerve Glioma
Pineal Region Tumors
Phakomatoses
Choroid Plexus Tumors
Intracranial Meningioma
Oligodendroglioma
Extraneural Metastasis
Infantile Brain Tumors
Miscellaneous Brain Tumors
Spinal Cord Tumors
Astrocytoma
Ependymoma
Neurofibromatosis
Peripheral Nerve Tumors
34. Uncommon Pediatric Spinal Cord Tumors
Outcomes and Complications
Postoperative Considerations
Rehabilitation
Cooperative Group Trials
Chemosensitivity Testing
Late Effects of Therapy in Long-Term Survivors
Ethical Issues in Pediatric Neuro-oncology