Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma

W.Y. Lau

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English

Springer
26 June 2015

Hepatology; Surgical oncology

This is a multi-author book on hilar cholangiocarcinoma, written by an international team of world-renowned experts covering topics in their respective areas of expertise. There are altogether 71 authors from 14 countries/regions, mainly Argentina, Australia, China, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States of America.

This book aims to provide an up-to-date, fully referenced text that is as succinct as possible, but as comprehensive as necessary, addressing all topics in hilar cholangiocarcinoma. It provides the latest findings in the rapidly advancing field of hilar cholangiocarcinoma. Controversial aspects are discussed by highly regarded authorities who look at the problem from different perspectives. A helpful list of references is included at the end of each chapter. The extensive use of diagrams, figures and tables makes the text easy to read.

This book is primarily intended for clinicians and researchers who are interested in hilar cholangiocarcinoma, including liver surgeons, hepatologists, interventional and diagnostic radiologists, and basic researchers. General physicians, general surgeons, trainees, epidemiologists, hospital administrators, pathologists and instrument manufacturers will also find this book to be a valuable reference work.

Editor Lau is currently a Professor of Surgery at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and an Academician of Chinese Academy of Sciences, China.

Edited by: W.Y. Lau
Imprint: Springer
Edition: 2013 ed.
Dimensions: Height: 279mm, Width: 210mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 9.386kg
ISBN: 9789401781718
ISBN 10: 9401781710
Pages: 325
Publication Date: 26 June 2015
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Anatomy of the Hepatic Hilum.- Epidemiology.- Pathology.- Staging Systems.- Preoperative Imaging.- Role of 3D Reconstructive Imaging.- Assessment of Liver Function.- Diagnosis.- Differential Diagnosis.- Molecular Markers of Cholangiocarcinoma.- Laparoscopy and Laparoscopic Ultrasound.- Preoperative Optimization of the Liver for Resection.- Preoperative Biliary Drainage.- Portal Vein Embolization.- Anesthesia for Patients with Hilar Chlolangiocarcinoma.- Selection of Patients for Liver Resection and Liver Transplantation.- History of Surgery in Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma.- Radical Resection and Its Limits.- Central Lobectomy.- Extended Resections.- Combined Liver Resection and Portal Vein Resection.- The Hepatic Artery Reconstruction First Approach in Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma Type Ⅲb.- Local Resection without Hepatectomy.- Ex Situ Ex Vivo Resection and Autotransplantation .- Liver Transplantation.- Neoadjuvant/adjuvant Therapy for Liver Resection and Transplantation.- Palliative Surgical Treatment.- Palliation by Endoscopic Approach.- Percutaneous Palliation of Cholangiocarcinoma.- Photodynamic Therapy.- Radiation and Chemotherapy.

Editor Lau is currently a Professor of Surgery at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and an Academician of Chinese Academy of Sciences, China.

Reviews for Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma

From the reviews: The purpose is to provide a reference to surgeons who are treating patients with hilar cholangiocarcinoma and to provide up-to-date information and data for all healthcare providers who treat patients with this disease. The audience includes any healthcare providers who encounter patients with hilar cholangiocarcinoma, from fellows in surgical training and attending surgeons to radiologists, pathologists, and oncologists. ... This is an excellent comprehensive resource of references. (James J. Mezhir, Doody's Book Reviews, March, 2014)