Orthopaedic Oncology: Diagnosis and Treatment 1st Edition

by Ernest U. Conrad (Editor)

Current strategies for addressing the diagnostic and treatment challenges of sarcomas

Orthopaedic Oncology: Diagnosis and Treatment is a complete reference for handling the full range of musculoskeletal tumors frequently encountered in the clinical setting, from osseous
tumors in the upper extremity, to soft-tissue tumors of the pelvis. The first section presents the principles of initial assessment, guiding the clinician through key questions for
developing the differential diagnosis and selecting the imaging modality and surgical technique. The second part of this book presents sarcoma case reports that cover tumor pathologies in
different anatomic locations. Each case report contains succinct descriptions of presenting history, differential diagnosis, anatomic and imaging issues, biopsy techniques, pathologic
diagnosis and grading, treatment options, surgical details, preferred treatment, pearls, and pitfalls.

Features:
A comprehensive collection of cases presented according to anatomic location
Special emphasis on the significance of a tumor’s initial presentation and its implications for surgical treatment
Clinical insights for tailoring treatment plans to the patient’s particular condition, such as determining when neoadjuvant chemotherapy and adjuvant chemotherapy are indicated
Current information about the use of positron emission tomography (PET) for tumor grading
Recommendations for avoiding complications and managing potential pitfalls
More than 300 images and illustrations that demonstrate key concepts
This book is an indispensable resource for orthopedists, oncologists, as well as radiologists and pathology specialists treating patients with bone and soft-tissue tumors.

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