Central Nervous System Metastases: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Professionals

Central Nervous System (CNS) metastases are a common and devastating complication of cancer. They occur when cancer cells from a primary tumor spread to the brain or spinal cord. CNS metastases can cause a wide range of symptoms, including headache, seizures, focal neurological deficits, and cognitive impairment. The diagnosis of CNS metastases is often challenging, and the treatment options are complex and varied.

Central Nervous System Metastases

by Laurent Tailhade

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Language	:	English
File size	:	21572 KB
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Print length	:	1023 pages
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Hardcover	:	706 pages
Item Weight	:	1.57 pounds
Dimensions	:	7.6 x 10.24 inches

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This book provides a comprehensive overview of the diagnosis, management, and treatment of CNS metastases. Written by leading experts in the field, this book is an essential resource for oncologists, neurologists, and neurosurgeons.

The book is divided into three main sections:

1. Diagnosis: This section covers the clinical presentation, imaging findings, and diagnostic tests used to diagnose CNS metastases.
2. Management: This section discusses the different treatment options for CNS metastases, including surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy.
3. Prognosis and Quality of Life: This section reviews the prognosis of patients with CNS metastases and discusses the factors that affect quality of life.

This book is an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals who care for patients with CNS metastases. It provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the art in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of this complex disease.

Table of Contents

1. Section 1: Diagnosis
1. Clinical Presentation of CNS Metastases
2. Imaging Findings in CNS Metastases
3. Diagnostic Tests for CNS Metastases
2. Section 2: Management
1. Surgery for CNS Metastases
2. Radiation Therapy for CNS Metastases
3. Chemotherapy for CNS Metastases
4. Targeted Therapy for CNS Metastases
5. Supportive Care for Patients with CNS Metastases
3. Section 3: Prognosis and Quality of Life
1. Prognosis of Patients with CNS Metastases
2. Factors Affecting Quality of Life in Patients with CNS Metastases
3. Symptom Management for Patients with CNS Metastases

About the Author

Laurent Tailhade, MD, PhD, is a Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of California, San Francisco. He is the Director of the Brain Tumor Center and the Co-Director of the Radiosurgery Program at UCSF. Dr. Tailhade is a world-renowned expert in the diagnosis and treatment of CNS metastases. He has published over 200 peer-reviewed articles on this topic and has been the recipient of numerous awards for his research.

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Central Nervous System Metastases

by Laurent Tailhade

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	21572 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	1023 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Hardcover	:	706 pages
Item Weight	:	1.57 pounds
Dimensions	:	7.6 x 10.24 inches

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