Challenges in Colorectal Cancer (PDF)

The latest guidance on challenging and controversial aspects of
colorectal cancer

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in
the US and Europe. Thousands of people are diagnosed with the
disease every year and nearly half of these die as a result. As
colorectal cancer is curable when detected early, a significant
proportion of these deaths could be prevented by earlier
diagnosis.

Much has changed since the publication of the first edition of
this book in 2001: introduction of screening programs, improved
diagnosis and surgery for rectal cancer, and advances in adjuvant
and palliative medical therapy to name but a few.

Challenges in Colorectal Cancer provides the most
up-to-date information on the new and emerging treatments. The
second edition looks at the total patient management of this
condition and is aimed at the entire medical team caring for those
with colorectal cancer. It also contains the latest guidelines on
epidemiology and prevention of colorectal cancer, and the
application of molecular genetics.

The expanded international editor team present advice on
surgical management, including new laparoscopic and endoscopic
techniques and the role of the pathologist. They also review hot
topics in colorectal cancer treatment, including the role of
radiotherapy, options for chemotherapy and new developments in
vaccines and immunotherapy.