Modern Thoracic Surgery for Lung Cancer

Author: Jiang Yaoguang
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This book is written by more than 30 experts engaged in basic and clinical research on lung cancer. It is divided into four parts. Part I is the surgical foundations of lung cancer, consisting of seven chapters. In addition to providing a detailed introduction to the anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, etiology, and pathology of lung cancer, it also includes chapters on molecular biology and new concepts in the occurrence and development of lung cancer. Part II focuses on the surgical clinical aspects of lung cancer, with seven chapters that thoroughly introduce clinical manifestations, diagnostic methods, the new TNM staging system, surgical indications, contraindications, and perioperative management. Part III covers surgical techniques for lung cancer, divided into eight chapters. In addition to detailing conventional surgical procedures, it dedicates more chapters to techniques for special locations and extended resections of lung cancer. Part IV addresses adjuvant therapy for lung cancer, comprising fourteen chapters. Beyond radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy, it also introduces some recently developed adjuvant treatment methods. This book is rich in content and illustrated, closely integrating clinical and basic knowledge. It is novel and practical, fully reflecting the latest advancements in both basic research and clinical treatment of lung cancer worldwide. It is suitable for lung cancer researchers, doctors at all levels in thoracic surgery, respiratory medicine, and related departments, as well as graduate students.