Lymphatic Mapping and Probe Applications in Oncology

Offering a new standard of care for cancer staging and treatment, Lymphatic Mapping and Probe Applications in Oncology provides an up-to-the-minute comprehensive survey of the operative techniques and applications in this revolutionary field.
This practical guide, written by the pioneering doctors of sentinel node lymphadenectomy, focuses on the hypothesis of sequential lymphatic dissemination of solid tumors, supplying the extensive tools necessary for learning nuclear medicine, surgical and pathological techniques.
Emphasizing a multidisciplinary approach, Lymphatic Mapping and Probe Applications in Oncology

summarizes the history, physiology, and future impact of lymphatic mapping, lymphoscintigraphy, and sentinel lymphadenectomy

details current applications and potential uses for radioguided surgery

analyzes definitive identification and pathological evaluation methods for sentinel nodes

investigates radiation protection in sentinel node procedures

compares the advantages of multiple gamma ray detection probes

examines management of multiple solid tumors, including melanoma, breast, vulvar, and penile cancers

discusses studies using radiopharmaceuticals and intraoperative probes for localizing parathyroid adenomas and bone lesions

and more!
Supplemented with nearly 600 literature references, drawings, photographs, and tables, Lymphatic Mapping and Probe Applications in Oncology serves as an indispensable reference for surgical, medical, and radiation oncologists; nuclear medicine physicians and radiologists; pathologists; gynecologists; urologists; head and neck surgeons; dermatologists; and physicians in training.

"...a useful addition to the literature on lymphatic mapping." -- British Journal of Surgery

"...a very comprehensive book.... "...pleasant to read and of good didactic value." -- European Journal of Nuclear Medicine