Pineal Tumors

Author : C. Bartsch
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 364259512X
Total Pages : 979 pages
Book Rating : 4.27/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Pineal Gland and Cancer written by C. Bartsch and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 979 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The link between the pineal gland and cancer is a rapidly emerging research field due to promising experimental and clinical trials with melatonin. The pineal gland acts as a transducer of environmental light to regulate rhythmic processes, including reproductive function in seasonally breeding animals and the entrainment of circadian rhythms, such as the sleep-wake cycle, in man. This book elucidates the physiological significance of the pineal gland and surveys phenomena and mechanisms of pineal - tumor interaction at the neuroendocrine, neuroimmune, neural, and molecular levels. Yet unidentified low-molecular-weight pineal substances with tumor-inhibiting capacity, a possible involvement of melatonin in electromagnetic field effects on cancer, and the oncotherapeutic potential of melatonin are also addressed. The encouraging results should incite further research to elucidate the exact nature of the link between the pineal gland and cancer for the benefit of patients.

Author : Tatsuya Kobayashi
Publisher : Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
ISBN 13 : 3805590776
Total Pages : 153 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pineal Region Tumors written by Tatsuya Kobayashi and published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The pineal region is an anatomic location where various intracranial tumors, in particular germ cell tumors and pineal parenchymal tumors, occur. Interestingly, pineal germ cell tumors are detected more frequently in Asian countries, including Japan, while pineal parenchymal tumors are less frequent in Asia than in the United States and Europe. This publication takes advantage of the knowledge and experience of Japanese experts in pineal tumors, with emphasis on epidemiology and pathological diagnosis. A variety of treatment modalities including radiotherapy, radiosurgery, surgical therapy and chemotherapy are also discussed. This valuable book will enhance the knowledge on pineal tumor treatment of not only neurosurgeons and radiation oncologists but also neurologists, neuro-oncologists, pediatricians and neuropathologists interested in pineal region tumors.

Author : Henry H. Schmidek
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pineal Tumors written by Henry H. Schmidek and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : I. Nir
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9783709144282
Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Pineal Gland written by I. Nir and published by . This book was released on 2015-01-07 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Yutaka Sawamura
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 370916821X
Total Pages : 462 pages
Book Rating : 4.19/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Intracranial Germ Cell Tumors written by Yutaka Sawamura and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Intracranial germ cell tumors are a group of uncommon neoplasms of the central nervous system. The clinical features and natural history of these lesions are quite unique and variable. While intracranial germ cell tumors have been a fascination to neurooncologists for decades, the relatively small number of patients seen in any single institution has hampered the important clinical investigation that is so needed. This text is complete with detailed information concerning the epidemiology, pathology, oncological biology, clinical findings, radiology, and treatment options including surgical strategy, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy for this heterogeneous group of neoplasms. The ongoing clinical trials concerning the optimization of therapy are efficiently summarized. An important final segment addresses the late sequelae of therapy which is of great significance since the majority suffering from these tumors are young patients. This first and only book on intracranial germ cell tumors includes excellent and comprehensive data sheets, illustrations, and radiograms. It provides a detailed and outstanding reference source for physicians taking care of patients with intracranial germ cell tumors, and will be a very welcome edition to their reference libraries.

Author : Josephine Arendt
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9780412536007
Total Pages : 364 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Melatonin and the Mammalian Pineal Gland written by Josephine Arendt and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 1994-12-31 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume provides the reader with an overview of an intriguing and interdisciplinary field of research. For the first time the mammalian pineal gland, its mode of action and its physiological effects are discussed in a comprehensive, single-authored work.

Author : Edward A. Neuwelt
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 424 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Diagnosis and Treatment of Pineal Region Tumors written by Edward A. Neuwelt and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Supriya Mallick
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9789811626616
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Evidence based practice in Neuro-oncology written by Supriya Mallick and published by Springer. This book was released on 2022-07-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides evidence-based management in neuro-oncology covering all aspects such as pathology, radiology, surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.The field of neuro-oncology is rapidly evolving and new evidence is coming out every day towards the optimal management of brain tumors. This necessitates a requirement of a complete guide that shall provide an evidence-based and personalized approach towards dealing with patients. This book also covers recent advances in personalized treatment formed through the relevant basis of anatomy, imaging, radiology, surgical, radiation and systemic treatment of brain and spinal tumors. In addition it also covers the , practical aspects of the planning of the Gamma knife and other radio surgical aspects. The book shall provide valuable assistance to practicing neuro-oncologists to practice better evidence-based personalized medicine.

Author : Scott Turner
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 1839693061
Total Pages : 278 pages
Book Rating : 4.69/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Central Nervous System Tumors written by Scott Turner and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2022-01-19 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Though the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) tumors has been challenging, new advances have helped us better understand the molecular and genetic makeup of many tumor types, and new chemotherapies and immunotherapies have extended survival in patients with aggressive primary CNS tumors. This book discusses pediatric and adult tumors of the CNS, the classification schemes used to categorize them, advances in surgical techniques, and several important genetic alterations found in these tumors. We hope this book contributes to the reader’s understanding of these tumors and provides the most up-to-date and cutting-edge discoveries in this exciting field.

Author : James J. Evans
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319643797
Total Pages : 396 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Endoscopic and Keyhole Cranial Base Surgery written by James J. Evans and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-04-02 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first two sections of this text address endoscopic and keyhole surgical procedures for cranial base and deep brain structures. These sections provide a comprehensive, state-of-the art review of this minimally invasive field and will serve as a valuable resource for clinicians, surgeons and researchers with an interest in cranial base surgery. The philosophy, techniques, indications and limitations of endoscopic and keyhole cranial base surgery are covered in detail. This reference includes a discussion of the basic principles of these approaches as well as the preoperative planning, intraoperative pearls, and reconstruction techniques. The thorough descriptions of the practical and technical aspects are accompanied by extensive illustrations, figures and operative images. Extending beyond the technical details of these procedures, this text provides a third section that focuses on a thorough analysis and comparison of the endoscopic, keyhole and traditional open approaches to specific intracranial regions. Utilizing a “target-based” approach, the utility of each surgical technique is evaluated in regard to accessing pathology of the anterior, middle and posterior fossa cranial base as well as the deep central regions of the brain. All chapters are written by experts in their fields and include the most up to date scientific and clinical information. Endoscopic and Keyhole Cranial Base Surgery will be a valuable resource to specialists in optimizing surgical results and improving patient outcomes.