Description
Overview
The “Gynecologic Oncology Handbook: An Evidence-Based Clinical Guide”, also known as the “blue book”, is a leading practical reference for fellows, residents, and clinicians in the diagnosis and management of gynecologic cancers. The 3rd edition of the book has been thoroughly updated to include the latest advances in surgical techniques, chemotherapy protocols, breakthroughs in immunotherapies and targeted therapies, and much more.
Key Features
- Covers all fundamentals of gynecologic oncology including workup, AJCC and FIGO staging, surgical management, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy treatment, comorbidity diagnosis and management, and background study data.
- Contains insight into recently approved immunotherapies for recurrent advanced and metastatic cervical and uterine disease.
- Provides Gynecologic Oncology Referral Parameters, Performance Status Scales, Adverse Event Grading, RECIST evaluation criteria, chemotherapy protocols, statistics, and other useful formulas.
- Includes clinical study references, medical comorbidity algorithms, directed workups, and treatment guidelines.
Highlights
The book emphasizes evidence-based practices for managing gynecologic cancers throughout, including surgical care and all adjuvant therapies. It also includes detailed sections on survivorship care, palliative care, and management of reproductive function and other comorbid medical conditions. The book is also helpful in preparation for the gynecologic oncology subspecialty certification oral board exam.
Book Structure
The book retains the format and features that have made it a leading practical reference. It is compact in size, making it easy to carry for the busy practitioner on the ward or in the clinic. It includes clear illustrations that reinforce key concepts and essential algorithms for diagnostic techniques.
Authors
Michelle Benoit MD, M. Yvette Williams-Brown MD MMSc FACOG, Creighton Edwards MD
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