Malignant Mesothelioma

1. Front Matter

   Pages i-xi

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2. Mineralogy of Asbestos

   • Thomas A. Sporn

   Pages 1-11

3. Epidemiology of Mesothelioma and Historical Background

   • J. E. Craighead

   Pages 13-25

4. Imaging of Mesothelioma

   • Ritu R. Gill

   Pages 27-43

5. Biopsy Techniques for the Diagnosis of Mesothelioma

   • J. Walters, Nick A. Maskell

   Pages 45-55

6. Pathohistological Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis

   • Iris Tischoff, Matthias Neid, Volker Neumann, Andrea Tannapfel

   Pages 57-78

7. Mesothelioma and Analysis of Tissue Fiber Content

   • Volker Neumann, Stefan Löseke, Andrea Tannapfel

   Pages 79-95

8. Surgical Therapy of Mesothelioma

   • David Rice

   Pages 97-125

9. Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy for Mesothelioma

   • Xavier Dhalluin, Arnaud Scherpereel

   Pages 127-147

10. Genetics and Molecular Biology of Mesothelioma

    • Dean A. Fennell

    Pages 149-167

11. Early Stages of Mesothelioma, Screening and Biomarkers

    • Sonja Klebe, Douglas W. Henderson

    Pages 169-193

Malignant mesothelioma is an aggressive and fatal neoplasm of serous membranes that still shows a rising incidence worldwide. This book covers all the important aspects of the disease by bringing together contributions from selected experts in the fields of epidemiology, imaging, pathological diagnosis, therapy, genetics, and screening. Special emphasis is placed on the latest diagnostic techniques and current therapy standards. In addition, the mineralogy of asbestos is reviewed and clear advice is included on the analysis of tissue mineral fiber content. By providing a compact, scientifically based, and up-to-date overview of the management of malignant mesothelioma, this volume will be invaluable for all clinicians and pathologists who are engaged in the diagnosis and treatment of the disease or in related research.

• Asbestos
• Serous membranes

From the reviews:

“This volume in the Recent Results in Cancer Research series reviews the rare malignancy of mesothelioma, covering not just clinical aspects of the disease process, but also scientific information about asbestos and areas of current translational research. … This book is designed for oncologists, radiologists, thoracic surgeons, pathologists, and pulmonologists … . This is an excellent reference for any scientist or clinician whose work requires in-depth understanding and familiarity with mesothelioma. … I am glad to add to my library.” (Melissa L. Johnson, Doody’s Review Service, July, 2011)

• Institut für Pathologie, BG Kliniken Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany

  Andrea Tannapfel

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