- Covers recent developments in molecular biology and its impact for diagnosing and treating colorectal cancer
- Provides a comprehensive overview of the latest surveillance strategies
- Features instructional guidance on how to perform a two stage hepatectomy
This book provides a practically applicable guide to the management of liver metastases in cases of colorectal cancer.
It features detailed reviews of the latest diagnostic and therapeutic options. Instruction on how to appropriately apply surgical techniques including two stage hepatectomy as well as both laprascopic and open resection in a variety of scenarios is covered. The use of systemic therapies involving oxaliplatin, immunotherapy and infusional therapy are also described along with a range of surveillance strategies.
Vauthey and Adam Colorectal Liver Metastasis comprehensively covers the latest advances in how to successfully diagnose and treat colorectal liver metastases and is an indispensable resource for all trainee and practicing medical professionals who encounter these patients within their clinical practice.
Contents Overview- Introduction
- Surgery
- Systemic and Regional Therapy
- Radiology, Interventional Radiology and Radiation
- Surgical Pathology and Molecular Pathology
- Genetic Sequencing and Clinical Implication
- Ultrasound and Operating Room Settings
- Role of Multidisciplinary Team and Recovery and Surveillance Strategy
