| Description |
1 online resource (xiv, 209 pages) |
| Contents |
Intro; Preface; Introduction; Contents; About the Editors; 1: Esophageal Anatomy; Introduction; Esophageal Anatomy; Vascularization and Lymphatic Drainage; Esophageal Surgical Anatomy; Cervical Esophagus; Thoracic Esophagus; Abdominal Esophagus; Anatomy for Esophageal Replacement; Esophageal Radiologic Anatomy; Endoscopic Ultrasound; Computed Tomography; Magnetic Resonance; References; 2: Esophageal Squamous Cell Cancer: Pathogenesis and Epidemiology; Introduction; Epidemiology; Pathogenesis; Alcohol and Smoking; Genetic Factors; Diet and Environment; Infection |
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Premalignant/Neoplastic ConditionOther Factors; Prevention; References; 3: Esophageal Adenocarcinoma: Pathogenesis and Epidemiology; Epidemiology; Pathophysiology: From GERD to Barrett's Esophagus; Pathophysiology: From Barrett's Esophagus to Esophageal Adenocarcinoma; References; 4: Staging of Esophageal Cancer: Implications for Therapy; Introduction; Contemporary Esophageal Cancer Staging; Staging Modalities; CT; CT and T Stage; CT and N Stage; CT and M Stage; MRI; MRI and T Stage; MRI and N Stage; MRI and M Stage; PET CT; EUS; EUS and T Stage; EUS and N Stage; Clinical Impact of EUS |
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EMR/ESDStaging Laparoscopy; References; 5: Endoscopic Therapy for Superficial Esophageal Cancer; Introduction; Adenocarcinoma; Background; Pretreatment Evaluation; Treatment Outcomes; Squamous Cell Carcinoma; Background; Pretreatment Evaluation; Treatment Outcomes; Endoscopic Resection Modalities; Endoscopic Mucosal Resection; Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection; Ablative Therapy; References; 6: Neoadjuvant and Adjuvant Therapy; Introduction; Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy; Pre-operative Chemoradiation; Pre-operative Chemoradiation for Early Stage Disease; Pre-operative Chemoradiation vs. Chemotherapy |
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Intensification of Combined Modality TherapyDefinitive Chemoradiation; Post-operative Chemoradiation; Post-operative Chemotherapy; References; 7: Restaging After Neoadjuvant Therapy; Introduction; Role of Endoscopy in Restaging; Endoscopic Biopsy; Endoscopic Ultrasound; Role of FDG-PET/CT in Restaging; Characterization of Disease Burden; Treatment Response and Prognosis; PET-Directed Neoadjuvant Therapy; Ongoing Limitations in Restaging; References; 8: Anesthetic Concerns for Esophageal Surgery; Introduction; Preoperative Evaluation; Initial Assessment and Testing; Patient Selection |
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OptimizationIntraoperative Management; Surgical Approach; Intraoperative Monitoring; Induction and Airway Management; Ventilator Management; Analgesia; Fluid Management; Perfusion of the Esophagogastric Anastomosis; Postoperative Recovery; Complications; Enhanced Recovery Pathway; References; 9: Transhiatal Esophagectomy; Introduction; Surgical Technique; Abdominal Component; Cervical Component; Mediastinal Component; Anastomosis; Postoperative Course; Suggested Readings; 10: Ivor Lewis Esophagectomy; Introduction; Indications; Contraindications; Endoscopic Evaluation; Surgical Technique |
| Summary |
This book provides comprehensive and practical guidance for the management of esophageal cancer. It presents a detailed review of the pathophysiology, clinical staging, treatment, and outcomes of patients with esophageal cancer. Chapters cover the epidemiology of the disease, latest diagnostic and staging tools, systemic therapies, and the current open and minimally invasive surgical techniques including transhiatal, Ivor Lewis and McKeown esophagectomy. Esophageal Cancer: Diagnosis and Treatment compiles experience gained across a variety of medical disciplines, with contributions from world renowned surgeons, gastroenterologists, and medical oncologists. Thanks to its multidisciplinary authorship, this book represents a unique resource for anybody who takes care of patients with esophageal cancer |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed August 6, 2018) |
| Subject |
Esophagus -- Cancer -- Diagnosis
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Esophagus -- Cancer -- Treatment
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Esophageal Neoplasms -- diagnosis
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Esophageal Neoplasms -- therapy
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Oncology.
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Gastroenterology.
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Radiology.
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Surgery.
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Diseases -- General.
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MEDICAL -- Clinical Medicine.
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MEDICAL -- Diseases.
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MEDICAL -- Evidence-Based Medicine.
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MEDICAL -- Internal Medicine.
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Esophagus -- Cancer -- Diagnosis
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Esophagus -- Cancer -- Treatment
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Schlottmann, Francisco, editor
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Molena, Daniela, editor
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Patti, Marco G., editor.
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| ISBN |
9783319918303 |
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3319918303 |
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