Esophageal Cancer: Principles and Practice

In summary, Esophageal Cancer: Principles and Practice is an important addition to the oncology literature. It offers valuable information to readers at all stages of their professional careers- from the young new GI oncologist to the seasoned expert. it is truly a well-written, practical, comprehensive text. It should serve as a helpful, handy reference to anyone involved in the treatment of this disease.-Gastrointestinal Cancer Research, January/February 2011, Volume 4, Issue 1|““This reference offers a multidisciplinary approach to esophageal cancer, with contributions by professionals from all specialties involved in treating the disease, including surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, gastroenterology, pathology, palliative medicine, nutrition, and nursing. Surgical techniques are treated in a stand- alone style for each procedure; there is also in-depth treatment of non-surgical topics in management at different phases of the disease. In addition, the book covers basic, translational, and health services research pertaining to neoplasia of the esophagus, with material on the biology of esophageal cancer, esophageal imaging and staging, histology, and molecular prognostication. Recurrences, pain control, and palliative care are covered as well. The art program offers b&w anatomical illustrations and diagnostic images.”” –Book News ““It is a single, comprehensive source for current information regarding the biology, staging, and treatment of esophageal cancer, as well as an excellent guide to the management of patients suffering from this disease.”“-International Journal of Radiation Oncology Biology and Physics, Vol. 75, No. 4

Blair A. Jobe, MD is Sampson Family Endowed Associate Professor of Surgery, Division of Thoracic and Foregut Surgery, The Heart, Lung and Esophageal Surgery Institute, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA.||Charles R. Thomas, Jr., MD, Professor and Chairman of the Department of Radiation Medicine, Professor of Hematology/Oncology, Knight Cancer Institute, Oregon Health Sciences University|John G. Hunter, MD is Mackenzie Professor and Chairman of the Department of Surgery, Oregon Health Sciences University