Head and Neck Cancer: Emerging Perspectives

Head and Neck Cancer: Emerging Perspectives
ISBN-10
0080533841
ISBN-13
9780080533841
Series
Head and Neck Cancer
Category
Medical
Pages
602
Language
English
Published
2003-01-07
Publisher
Elsevier
Authors
John Frederick Ensley, Silvio Gutkind, John A. Jacobs

Description

By detailing experimental and basic research, from premalignancy to fully invasive tumors, this book has wide applicability to all human carcinomas. No other group of human cancers is better positioned for the application of recently developed novel and targeted therapies, and this book uniquely presents the unusual opportunities tumors of the head and neck provide for clinical, translational, and basic science research. Cutting-edge and experimental treatment approaches are presented, along with future strategies and an evaluation of emerging technologies. Presents a multi-disciplinary perspective from authorities in diverse fields Addresses state-of-the art approaches in cancer research as well as other scientific opportunities in this field Provides comprehensive yet easily comprehendible source of information

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