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Ovarian Cancer. Volume 2 : The Gynaecological Challenge from Diagnostic Work-Up to Cytoreduction and Chemotherapy / Christos Iavazzo, editor.
- Format:
- Book
- Series:
- Surgery--procedures, complications, and results series.
- Surgery - Procedures, Complications, and Results Series
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Ovaries--Cancer.
- Ovaries.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (424 pages)
- Edition:
- First edition.
- Place of Publication:
- New York : Nova Science Publishers, Inc., [2024]
- Summary:
- This comprehensive volume focuses on the challenges and advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cancer. Edited by Christos Iavazzo, Alexandros Fotiou, and John Spiliotis, the book delves into various surgical techniques and therapeutic approaches, including cytoreduction, chemotherapy, and novel therapies such as HIPEC and PIPAC. It provides detailed insights into the surgical anatomy necessary for effective debulking, the role of minimally invasive techniques, and the integration of chemotherapy protocols. The book is aimed at medical professionals and researchers, offering valuable illustrations and discussions to enhance understanding of ovarian cancer management. It also addresses emerging therapies and the importance of genetic counseling and quality of life considerations for patients. Generated by AI.
- Contents:
- Contents
- Preface
- Chapter 1
- Surgical Anatomy – Essential Knowledge for Ovarian Debulking
- Introduction
- Pelvic Anatomy
- Bony Pelvis
- Ilium
- Ischium
- Pubis
- Sacrum
- Pelvic Ligaments
- Sacrospinous Ligament
- Sacrotuberous Ligament
- Muscles of the Pelvis
- Muscles of the Lateral Pelvis
- Obturator Internus Muscle
- Piriformis Muscle
- Pelvic Floor Muscles
- Levator Ani Muscle Complex
- Arcus Tendineus Levator Ani
- Puborectalis Muscle
- Clinical Practice
- Avascular Spaces
- Retropubic Space (Retzius Space)
- Paravesical Spaces
- Pararectal Space
- Clinical Practice Generated by AI.
- Notes:
- Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
- Part of the metadata in this record was created by AI, based on the text of the resource.
- Description based on print version record.
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Other Format:
- Print version: Iavazzo, Christos Ovarian Cancer: the Gynaecological Challenge from Diagnostic Work-Up to Cytoreduction and Chemotherapy. Volume 2
- ISBN:
- 9798891133709
- OCLC:
- 1419063138
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