Neoplasms of the Colon, Rectum, and Anus

Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related death in the Western World. This Second Edition analyzes the genetics, mechanisms, and development of colorectal carcinoma and supplies the latest research and recommendations on the detection, treatment, and prevention of malignancies of the colon, rectum, and anus. Spanning the latest treatment options including surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and combination approaches, this source supplies the most recent data regarding the incidence, prevalence, and management of colorectal carcinoma...covers treatment plans for benign and malignant neoplasms of the colon, rectum, or anus...investigates the potential benefits of laparoscopic surgery for both colon and rectal cancer patients...contains new information on the staging of rectal carcinoma...covers strategies for the early detection of large bowel carcinoma...and studies the most recent screening technologies for colorectal neoplasms. Book jacket.