Operative Standards for Cancer Surgery: Volume II: Thyroid, Gastric, Rectum, Esophagus, Melanoma / Edition 1

by AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS CANCER RESEARCH PROGRAM, MATTHEWS HG KATZ MD

Overview

First presented by the American College of Surgeons and the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology in 2015, the comprehensive, evidence-based examination of cancer surgery techniques as standards distills the well-defined protocols and procedures that are critical to achieve optimal outcomes in a cancer operation. This unique, one of a kind collaboration between the American College of Surgeons and the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology focuses on best practices and state-of-the-art methodologies. Operative Standards for Cancer Surgery clearly describes the surgical activities that occur between skin incision and skin closure that directly affect cancer outcomes.

• Quickly grasp the proper technical elements of a cancer operation through clear, practical text and more than 120 illustrations.
• Benefit from careful analysis of the best evidence available in the literature; gathered here to create the highest quality standards in cancers of the esophagus, stomach, thyroid, rectum, and melanoma.
• Learn from experts drawn from diverse groups, including the American College of Surgeons, the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology, the National Cancer Institute Cooperative Groups, and the Commission on Cancer, as well as national societies and organizations with an interest in these five cancer types.
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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781496337030
Publisher:	LWW
Publication date:	08/30/2018
Edition description:	First
Pages:	352
Sales rank:	743,090
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Anna C Beck, MD (University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics)
Description: This is a comprehensive summary of the most up-to-date guidelines for surgical management of thyroid, gastric, rectal, esophageal, and melanoma cancers. Chapters are written by experts from around the country and include bulleted lists of key concepts in management, followed by detailed narratives summarizing the current evidence supporting these concepts. Chapters include figures that help in understanding operative anatomy, tables that summarize staging for each cancer type, and algorithms to guide management. An enhanced ebook is available online.
Purpose: The purpose is to provide all surgeons, from the most experienced to the newest surgical trainees, with a summary of the current standards in surgical management of selected cancer types. The objectives aim to standardize management and improve the practice of surgeons in cancer centers, a worthy objective. By summarizing the available research supporting these practices, the authors and contributors are encouraging all surgeons to practice evidence-based medicine and providing an easy way for them to stay current.
Audience: The book targets residents and practitioners, specifically surgical oncologists and endocrine surgeons. It is appropriate for senior residents and practitioners. The authors include many experienced and well-respected surgeons in their fields. Many of them have been involved in the studies used to support the recommended practices, while the references represent a very thorough literature review.
Features: This is an excellent summary of the current guidelines for surgical management of select cancers. The authors provide bulleted points of high level recommendations for the care of these cancers and then expand upon the recommendations, citing the studies that support them. Additionally, they provide detailed discussions of changes in management and the evidence that supports these changes (ex. supporting lobectomy for papillary thyroid cancers 1-4 cm in size). This book enables surgeons to easily stay current with the evidence that supports the recommended practices and involves them in a discussion about what these best practices are and how to stick with them.
Assessment: This book enables surgeons to remain current with the evidence that supports practices in surgical oncology. Short summaries of recommended practices begin each chapter, allowing for a quick read for those with limited time. Chapters involve readers in discussions about what these best practices in the management of each cancer type cover and describe the medical thought processes and surgical techniques that go into these practices. This is an excellent book that is written with thought and insight into what surgeons need to provide the best care for their patients.

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