Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer: Diagnosis and Clinical Managementprovides colorectal surgeons, gastroenterologists and oncologistswith an authoritative, practical guide to best practice in thediagnosis and clinical management of colorectal cancer. Covering all forms of treatment including surgery, chemotherapyand radiotherapy, it examines the various new and emergingtherapies, new strategies for screening and prevention, as well asthe latest guidance on the most challenging and controversialaspects of managing colorectal cancer. The authors present important information on: Controversies in adjuvant chemotherapy Long versus short course radiotherapy Minimally invasive surgery and robotics Radical colonic resection Each chapter contains key points, tips and tricks and clinicalcase studies to aid rapid browsing and knowledge of the basicprinciples, while self-assessment questions allow readers to testtheir clinical knowledge. With leading international surgeons, gastroenterologists andoncologists combining to offer their considerable wealth ofexpertise and knowledge, Colorectal Cancer is awell-balanced, indispensable resource for all those involved incolorectal cancer management.