Main description:

'This book, Gynecological Oncology-Basic Principles and Clinical Practice, is a detailed resource. It gives relevant principles to help successfully utilize the latest diagnostic methodologies and management strategies in all aspects of gynecologic oncology. It deals with practical tips and evidence on core topics such as surgical practices, chemotherapy, radiation and palliative care in oncology which help with skill enhancement and improve understanding. Besides, laying the foundation for management of clinical gynecological oncology, it promotes lateral thinking, a holistic approach and is useful in daily practice as a go-to for practitioners and academics with teaching commitments.

Contents:

Front Matter.- Ch:1 Approach to a case of gyne oncology.- Ch:2 Multidisciplinary decision making in Gynaeoncology: Guidance, conduct and legalities.- Ch:3 Communication skills and consenting process in Gynaeoncology.- Ch:4 Holistic approach towards a case management in Gynaeoncology.- Ch:5: Clinical evidence in Gynaeoncology - Sources & application.- Ch:6 Surgical principles and practices in Gynaeoncology: Achieving the best outcome.- Ch:7 Techniques of enhanced recovery in post operative care.- Ch:8 Surgical Complications in Gynaecological Oncology.- Ch:9 Minor surgical procedures.- Ch:10 Management of complications: Chemotherapy related complications, Acute bowel obstruction, symptomatic ascites & pleural effusion, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, severe pain, chylous ascites.- Ch:11 Chemotherapy in gynaecological cancers and newer developments.- Ch:12 Hormonal treatment in gynaecological malignancies.- Ch:13 Radiation protocols relevant for gynaecological oncology and management of complications.- Ch:14 Palliative care in Gynae- oncology.- Ch:15 Interpretation of Immunohistochemistry in gynaecological cancers.- Ch:16 Molecular classification of gynaecological cancers: Clinical implications.- Ch:17 Role of Genetics in Gynaecological cancers.- Ch:18 Radiology investigations and interventions in Gynaeoncology.- Ch:19 Post-operative care in Gynaecological Oncology.- Backmatter.