Advances in Surgical Pathology: Mesothelioma, a volume in the Advances in Surgical Pathology
series, features chapters on current and impending changes in the field
with an emphasis on practical issues, recent developments, and emerging
concepts.
Created as a quick review,
this volume delivers a concise, updated review of the pathological
characteristics of mesothelioma—emphasizing the histologic correlation,
clinical management, and treatment of the disease. Timely content
features include recognition of precursor mesothelial lesions, the role
of molecular biology in the diagnosis and prognosis of mesothelioma, the
interface between the clinician and the surgical pathologist, and the
legal implications of attributing disease origin to asbestos and other
factors. The book provides a resource for the periodic updates in
knowledge required for daily practice, for current credentialing, and
for the self-assessment modules for recertification