Diagnostic Pathology: Molecular Oncology E-Book

Download or read book Diagnostic Pathology: Molecular Oncology E-Book written by Mohammad A. Vasef and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2023-12-04 with total page 1050 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This expert volume in the Diagnostic Pathology series is an excellent point-of-care resource for practitioners at all levels of experience and training. Providing a clear understanding of molecular pathology as it relates to the transformation and pathogenesis of cancer in an era of personalized medicine, it incorporates the most recent scientific and technical knowledge in the field to provide a comprehensive overview of all key issues relevant to today's practice. Richly illustrated and easy to use, the third edition of Diagnostic Pathology: Molecular Oncology is a visually stunning, one-stop resource for every practicing pathologist, hematopathologist, molecular pathologist, oncologist, or pathologist in training as an ideal day-to-day reference or as a reliable learning resource. - Provides up-to-date, comprehensive coverage of relevant molecular tests and their clinical applications, along with organ-based chapters on the molecular genetic data relevant to individual disease entities - Contains new chapters and substantial revisions to existing content that include updates from the 2022 International Consensus Classification and the WHO Classification of Haematolymphoid Tumours, fifth edition - Provides expert guidance on selecting the right test(s) at the right time, as well as comparisons of molecular testing methods (e.g., FISH vs. cytogenetics) - Includes current information for new actionable mutations and targeted therapies - Covers ultrasensitive molecular techniques for minimal residual disease detection and disease monitoring - Discusses circulating cell-free DNA analysis for detection of resistance-associated mutations and disease monitoring, and provides usage details - Features an image-rich layout with more than 2,400 print and online-only images, including high-resolution H&E stains, immunostains, FISH images, gross pathology and clinical photographs, detailed full-color medical illustrations, and informative diagrams, charts, and schematics - Employs consistently templated chapters, bulleted content, key facts, a variety of tables, annotated images, pertinent references, and an extensive index for quick, expert reference at the point of care - Any additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date