Berek and Hacker's Gynecologic Oncology

Get the evidence-based, practical guidance you need to provide state-of-the-art care to women with gynecologic cancers. From diagnosis through medical and surgical management, Berek and Hacker's Gynecologic Oncology , 6th Edition delivers invaluable knowledge and expertise on every aspect of gynecologic malignancies. Ideal for gynecologic oncologists and fellows, general gynecologists, and medical and radiation oncologists, this new edition clearly translates basic science to clinical practice, making it your go-to source for everyday reference. Features Concise, comprehensive coverage ensures your access to current knowledge of general principles, as well as medical and surgical treatment for the full range of gynecologic cancers: cervical, breast, ovarian, vulvar and vaginal, and uterine. Evidence-based, templated chapters speed you directly to the information you need. Extensively revised, separate chapters on the latest innovations in laparoscopy and robotics keep you up to date. Expert authorship, including the expertise of numerous international contributors, keeps you at the forefront of your field and helps you prepare for board exams. New illustrations and drawings, as well as pathology slides and clinically-relevant diagrams, help you visualize key concepts. Now with the print edition, enjoy the bundled interactive eBook edition, offering tablet, smartphone, or online access to: Complete content with enhanced navigation A powerful search tool that pulls results from content in the book, your notes, and even the web Cross-linked pages, references, and more for easy navigation Highlighting tool for easier reference of key content throughout the text Ability to take and share notes with friends and colleagues

Table of Contents:
Foreword to the First Edition by Sherman M. Mellinkoff Preface Contributors Section I General Principles 1. Biology & Genetics Stéphanie Gaillard, Larry Maxwell, Anil K. Sood, Andrew Berchuck 2. Biologic, Targeted & Immune Therapies Oliver Dorigo, Jonathan S. Berek 3. Chemotherapy Michael L. Friedlander, Maurie Markman 4. Radiation Therapy Patricia J. Eifel 5. Pathology Christina S. Kong, Teri A. Longacre, Michael R. Hendrickson 6. Epidemiology & Biostatistics Kathryn L. Terry, Daniel W. Cramer 7. Cervical Cancer Screening & Preinvasive Disease Michael J. Campion, Karen Canfell Section II Disease Sites 8. Cervical Cancer Neville F. Hacker, Jan B. Vermorken 9. Uterine Cancer Neville F. Hacker, Michael L. Friedlander 10. Ovarian Cancer Tumor Markers & Screening Alexandra Gentry-Mararaj, Ian Jacobs, Usha Menon 11. Epithelial Ovarian, Fallopian Tube, Peritoneum Jonathan S. Berek, Michael L. Friedlander, Neville F. Hacker 12. Germ Cell & Other Nonepithelial Ovarian Malignancies Jonathan S. Berek, Michael L. Friedlander, Neville F. Hacker 13. Vulva Cancer Neville F. Hacker, Patricia J. Eifel 14. Vaginal Cancer Neville F. Hacker, Patricia J. Eifel 15. Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia Ross S. Berkowitz, Donald P. Goldstein 16. Breast Armando E. Giuliano, Catherine M. Dang 17. Cancer in Pregnancy Frédéric Amant, Lazlo Unger Section III Medical and Surgical Topics 18. Preop, Medical Management & Critical Care Spencer R. Adams, M. Iain Smith, Roger M. Lee, Reza Khorsan, Patricia Eshaghian, Samuel A. Skootsky 19. Nutritional Therapy Paul M. Maggio, Norman Rizk 20. Surgical Techniques Jonathan S. Berek, Amer Karam, David Cibula 21. Laparoscopy Kenneth Hatch, Jonathan Berek 22. Robotics Joshua Z. Press, Walter H. Gotlieb 23. Pelvic Exenteration Kenneth D. Hatch, Jonathan S. Berek Section IV Quality of Life 24. Communication Skills Walter F. Baile, Robert Buckman 25. Symptom Relief & Palliative Care Rosanne Moses, Jennifer A. M. Philip, J. Norelle Lickiss 26. Psychological Issues Kristen C. Williams, Barbara L. Andersen Index

Review :
NEW REVIEW from Doody's Review Service! Weighted Numerical Score: 92 - 4 Stars! This title includes an access code for an accompanying website with ebook version **Description** This is a comprehensive review of gynecological oncology that serves as worthwhile reference for residents and practitioners in the field. It also includes access to an interactive ebook version. **Purpose** The purpose is to provide a comprehensive review of the diagnosis, staging, and treatment of women with gynecological cancers. The online features are appreciated but the physical book itself serves as a worthwhile reference. **Audience** As one of the definitive books on the subject, it targets residents, fellows, and gynecologists, as well as gynecological oncologists. **Features** This is a comprehensive review of gynecological malignancies and their management strategies. Applicable to all stages of learning, it is easy to read and has easily understandable diagrams. For a first-year resident, it is an excellent introduction to the field, starting with the biology and genetics of cancer and the basics of chemotherapy. For each gynecological organ, it then proceeds to cover the extent of the disease from diagnosis and staging to surgical treatment, chemotherapy and radiation, including types and techniques, surveillance, and outcomes. The discussions are easy to read, separated into small sections, with the key points in bold. Scattered in each section are tables, which further consolidate the information, helping readers to remember it. To complete the review of each malignancy, the book contains slides of the relevant pathology, reviewing what makes each type of tumor unique and distinguishable. Finally, to ensure that readers are up-to-date with the latest information, the book contains references to current literature. Overall, it is a very useful and well-organized book, which makes learning the science and art of gynecologic oncology interesting and approachable. **Assessment** This is a great reference for gynecologists and gynecological oncologists. The virtual resources are appealing, but the book itself is a vital resource. REVIEWER Anthony Shanks, MD(Washington University School of Medicine)