Neuro-Oncology Explained Through Multiple Choice Questions / by Joe M Das.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Das, Joe M., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Internal medicine.

Neurology.

Surgery.

Medical genetics.

Internal Medicine.

Clinical Genetics.

Local Subjects:

Internal Medicine.

Neurology.

Surgery.

Clinical Genetics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (243 pages)

Edition:

1st ed. 2023.

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2023.

Summary:

This book provides a detailed overview of the latest developments in the rapidly evolving specialty of Neuro-Oncology. It contains lots of data in the field summarised in around 500 questions arranged in multiple-choice and matching formats. It features insight into the latest World Health Organization classification of central nervous system tumors and molecular genetics with information on how to apply a range of intraoperative adjuncts. Guidance on the latest therapeutic techniques such as stem-cell and immunotherapy in clinical practice is also discussed. To assist the reader in developing a deep understanding of the topics, the questions in all chapters are accompanied by relevant explanations to reinforce the key points covered. Neuro-Oncology Explained Through Multiple Choice Questions is a practical and up-to-date resource on how to diagnose, treat and manage a variety of disorders related to neuro-oncology. Its clear, easy-to-follow format and recognitionof critical concepts make it an important resource for neurosurgical and oncology trainees preparing for certification examinations and the more experienced practitioners seeking an overview of the latest developments within the field. Additional questions via app: Download the Springer Nature Flashcards app for free and use exclusive additional material to test your knowledge.

Contents:

Classification of brain tumors

Molecular genetics and syndromes

Angiogenesis

Epidemiology

Awake craniotomy and brain mapping

Intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging and other adjuncts

Neuro-radiology

Chemotherapy

Radiotherapy

Immunotherapy

Stem cell therapy

Nanotheranostics

Metastatic brain tumors

Low Grade Gliomas

High Grade Gliomas

Meningiomas

Ependymal and embryonal tumors

Pituitary and sellar region tumors

Pineal region tumors

Tumors of the nerve sheaths

Ventricular, neuronal, and mixed neuronal-glial tumors

Skull base tumors

Primary central nervous system lymphoma

Palliative care.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

Other Format:

Print version: Das, Joe M. Neuro-Oncology Explained Through Multiple Choice Questions

ISBN:

9783031132537

OCLC:

1374429400