Part of the "American Cancer Societys Atlas of Clinical Oncology" series, this volume offers an expert overview of all brain tumors. From molecular genetics of malignant glioma to radiosurgery, the work provides thorough examination of all brain cancers. Basic concepts of epidemiology genetics and neuropathology are also included. Both adult and pediatric tumors are covered. Medical surgical and radiation oncologists contribute their expertise to this comprehensive work.
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Introduction Epidemiology of Primary Brain Tumors Neuropathology of Primary Brain Tumors Important Familial Syndromes Molecular Genetics of Malignant Glioma Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Brain Tumors Positron Emission Tomography of Malignant Gliomas New Approaches in Neuroimaging Surgical Considerations In Adult Brain Tumors Surgical Considerations in Childhood Brain Tumors External Beam Radiation Therapy Interstitial Brachytherapy Radiosurgery Systemic Chemotherapy Clinical Trials and Experimental Chemotherapy Gene Therapy Approaches Management of Primary Malignant Brain Tumors in Adults Management of Low-Grade Gliomas in Adults Pediatric Brain Tumors: Evaluation and Management Meningiomas Spinal Cord Tumors Metastatic Brain Cancer Neoplastic Meningitis Paraneoplastic Syndromes Future Directions
