Full Description
With a unique focus on the most effective interventional techniques, Withrow & MacEwen's Small Animal Clinical Oncology, 5th Edition tells the full story of cancer in dogs and cats - what it is, how to diagnose it, and how to treat many of the most common cancers encountered in clinical practice. Nearly 500 color photographs, diagrams, x-rays, and gross views depict the clinical manifestations of various cancers. This edition covers the latest advances in clinical oncology, including chemotherapy, surgical oncology, and diagnostic techniques. With contributions from 65 veterinary oncology experts, this authoritative reference is a must-have for current, evidence-based therapeutic strategies on canine and feline oncology."I really love this book. If you are interested in veterinary oncology, have a flick through this book online or at a conference when you get the chance. I hope that you agree with me that this is the definitive oncology reference source for the early 21st century and that you feel compelled to buy it. Your patients will thank you for it." Reviewed by: Gerry Polton MA VetMB MSc(Clin Onc) DipECVIM-CA(Onc) MRCVS, UK Date: July 2014Cutting-edge information on the complications of cancer, pain management, and the latest treatment modalities prepares you to diagnose and treat pets with cancer rather than refer cases to a specialist.A consistent format for chapters on body system tumors includes coverage of incidence and risk factors, pathology, natural behavior of tumors, history and clinical signs, diagnostic techniques and workup, treatment options, and prognosis for specific malignancies. A systems approach to the diagnosis and management of cancer facilitates access to information about the many malignancies affecting small animal patients. Nearly 500 color images provide accurate depictions of specific diseases and procedures.Helpful drug formularies provide quick access to information on indications, toxicities, and recommended dosages for chemotherapeutic and analgesic drugs used in cancer treatment.Expert contributors provide in-depth coverage of the most current information in his or her respective specialty in veterinary oncology.Chemotherapy protocols are included when case studies prove clinical efficacy.Discussion of compassion and supportive care for the management of pain, nutritional needs, and grief includes methods for handling the pet's pain and nutritional complications as well as the pet owner's grief when treatment is not successful.Thoroughly UPDATED chapters cover the most recent changes in the clinical management of melanoma, mast cell tumors, tumors of the skeletal system, tumors of the endocrine system, tumors of the mammary gland, urinary cancers, nervous system cancers, lymphoma, and histiocytic diseases.NEW Clinical Trials and Developmental Therapeutics chapter discusses the various phases of clinical trials as well as current challenges and opportunities in oncology drug development.NEW! A focus on the best recommended treatment options highlights therapeutic strategies that have been vetted by veterinary oncology experts.NEW co-author Dr. Rodney L. Page adds his valuable perspective, expertise, and research experience.
Contents
Why Worry About Cancer in Pets?1. The Etiology of Cancer1A. Genetic Factors1B. Chemical, Physical, and Hormonal1C. Cancer-Causing Viruses2. Tumor Biology and Metastasis3. The Pathology of Neoplasia4. The Epidemiology and Incidence of Cancer5. Paraneoplastic SyndromesSection 2: DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES FOR THE CANCER PATIENT6. Diagnostic Imaging in Oncology7. Diagnostic Cytology in Clinical Oncology8. Molecular Diagnostics9. Biopsy Principles and StagingSection 3: THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES FOR THE CANCER PATIENT10. Surgical Oncology11. Cancer Chemotherapy12. Radiation Therapy13. Immunotherapy of Cancer14. Molecular/Targeted Therapy of Cancer14A. Gene Therapy for Cancer14B. Signal Transduction and Cancer14C. Anti-angiogenic & Metronomic Treatment14D. Emerging Therapeutics15. Miscellaneous Treatments for Solid Tumors15A. Management of Chronic Cancer Pain15B. Nutritional Management of the Cancer Patient15C. Client Grief Support16. Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Patients with Cancer17. Clinical Trials NEW!18. Tumors of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissues19. Melanoma NEW!20. Mast Cell Tumors21. Soft Tissue Sarcomas22. Cancer of the Gastrointestinal Tract22A. Oral Tumors22B. Salivary Glanc Cancer22C. Esophageal Cancer22D. Exocrine Pancreatic Cancer22E. Gastric Cancer22F. Hepatobiliary Tumors22G. Intestinal Tumors22H. Perianal Tumors23. Tumors of the Respiratory System23A. Cancer of the Nasal Planum23B. Canine Nasosinal Tumors23C. Cancer of the Larynx and Trachea23D. Pulmonary Neoplasia24. Tumors of the Skeletal System25. Tumors of the Endocrine System26. Tumors of the Female Reproductive System27. Tumors of the Mammary Gland28. Tumors of the Male Reproductive System29. Tumors of the Urinary System30. Tumors of the Nervous System31. Ocular Tumors32. Hematopoietic Tumors32A. Canine Lymphoma and Lymphoid Leukemia32B. Feline Lymphoma and Leukemia32C. Canine Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Chronic Myeloproliferative Diseases, and Myelodysplasia32D. Plasma Cell Neoplasms33. Miscellaneous Tumors33A. Hemangiosarcoma33B. Thymoma33C. Canine Transmissible Venereal Tumor33D. Mesothelioma33E. Neoplasia of the Heart33F. Histiocytic Diseases
