Pathology of Incipient Neoplasia

by Henson, Donald Earl; Albores-Saavedra, Jorge

• ISBN13: 9780195123388
• ISBN10: 0195123387
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2001-01-25
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

Many malignant tumors have a morphologically recognizable precursor lesion. As screening and early detection have improved our ability to detect lesions at increasingly earlier stages of growth, an increased number of precancerous lesions are seen by pathologists. Unfortunately, a lack of uniform histologic criteria for precursors found in many organs can make diagnostic interpretation difficult. It is evident that physicians are seeking a better understanding of the genesis and progression of these lesions and their early biology, to provide optimal treatment and patient care. Pathology of Incipient Neoplasia 3E brings together all of the information available on the clinicopathologic features of precancerous lesions, defined to include atypical hyperplasias, in-situ changes, microinvasive or very small cancers in some sites, and other lesions recognized as potential precursors for invasive cancer. In some tissues, benign tumors may serve as precursors to malignant tumors, and therefore these also are considered. Organized by organ, each heavily-illustrated chapter is written by a well-recognized expert, to stress different facets of preneoplasia and minimally invasive tumors in that given tissue. Areas where strides have been made in research on molecular biologic aspects of neoplasia are discussed in conjunction with morphologic parameters. A chapter on salivary glands, and more than 350 color photos interspersed throughout the text, are new to this edition.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Skin:Keratinocytic and Skin Appendage Inciient Lesions

Skin: Melanocytic Incipient Lesions

Upper Aerodigestive Tract

Salivary Glands

Esophagus

Stomach

Small Intestine

Large Intestine

Anus

Liver

Gallbladder, Extrahepatic Bile Ducts, and Ampullla of Vater

Exocrine Pancreas

Lung

Breast

Uterine Cervix

Endometrium

Ovary

Lymphoid System

Urinary Bladder

Prostate Gland

Testis

Kidney

Wilms' Tumor

Neuroblastoma

Endocrine Organs: Pituitary, Thyroid, Parathyroid, Adrenal Gland, Paraganglia, Pancreas

Gut Endocrine System

Soft Tissue

Bone

Central Nervous System

Eye

Index

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