Pathology and Genetics of Skin Tumours (Medicine) 1st Edition by The International Agency for Research on Cancer (Author), P.E. LeBoit (Editor), G. Burg (Editor), D. Weedon (Editor), & 1 more

SHRINK-WRAPPED NEW; Pathology and Genetics of Skin Tumours 2005 Ed 1 Paperbacvk Pathology and Genetics of Skin Tumours (Medicine) 1st Edition by The International Agency for Research on Cancer (Author), P.E. LeBoit (Editor), G. Burg (Editor), D. Weedon (Editor), & 1 more OUR REFERENCE: OSF-PB-9283224140-2P3-2005 DESCRIPTION This book provides an authoritative guide to the histological and genetic typing of human tumors of the skin. This volume covers keratinocytic, melanocytic, appendageal, haematopoietic, soft tissue and neural tumors, as well as inherited tumor syndromes. Each tumor is introduced with a concise definition and discussion of nomenclature, followed by a summary of what is known about its incidence, age and sex distribution, location, clinical signs and symptoms, pathological features, associated genetic alterations, and predictive factors. Distinctive features are further characterized through the inclusion of over 600 color photographs and numerous MRIs, CT scans, and charts showing genetic alterations. The classification uses ICD-O codes from the third edition. This book is in the series commonly referred to as the "Blue Book" series. Pathology and Genetics of Skin Tumors About the Author The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) is part of the World Health Organization. IARC's mission is to coordinate and conduct research on the causes of human cancer, the mechanisms of carcinogenesis, and to develop scientific strategies for cancer control. The Agency is involved in both epidemiological and laboratory research and disseminates scientific information through publications, meetings, courses, and fellowships. Product details ASIN ‏ : ‎ 9283224140 Publisher ‏ : ‎ World Health Organization; 1st edition (December 1, 2005) Language ‏ : ‎ English Paperback ‏ : ‎ 355 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9283224140 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9283224143