This book intends to present data and knowledge from most experienced experts in the field. The book encompasses important topics related to the fundamental aspects of melanoma biology. It provides a global perspective concerning one of the most frequent types of cancer, which a large number of people come across at some point of time in their life. This book is an invaluable source of reference for those interested in melanoma.

Melanoma is a skin cancer involving rapid formation of melanocytes and is a growing cause of concern worldwide. This book brings together latest information and developments related to various aspects which culminate in highlighting potential targets in the battle against melanoma. It aims to serve as a valuable reference for both clinical and scientific communities and provide a vivid comprehension on this complicated subject. It is important to be well-versed with basic scientific understanding in order to make rapid strides in eliminating melanoma. The basic objective of the book is to...

This book presents an overview on latest modalities and advances developed for effectively tackling challenges encountered by physicians in dealing with metastatic melanoma. Surgery continues to be the front-runner treatment option for melanoma confined to the main tumor and/or lymph nodes. Results from randomized regulated trials signify that sentinel node biopsy for the treatment of cutaneous melanoma of average thickness has a significant impact on repetition rates, and adjuvant radiotherapy to the regional lymph node areas following surgical resection decreases loco-regional recurrence in...

Scientists across the globe have produced varied researches on Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC), which have been combined in this book. BCC is a common cutaneous malignancy. In the past few years, exceptional studies have increased our knowledge of the pathogenesis of basal cell carcinomas. This is also significant from a therapeutic perspective, as a targeted approach to treatment is now being researched. The contributors to this book have presented their research on numerous features of BCC in a concise manner. This book improves the comprehension of BCC and paves the way for effective targeted...

Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is a common type of skin cancer. This book focuses on emerging fields of research and analysis on squamous cell carcinoma. It commences by providing details on management and features of some specific SCCs in order to impart the readers with knowledge on the general principles dealing with these unusual conditions. Latest concepts in adjuvant therapy like neo-adjuvant therapy and gold nanoparticle-based photo dynamic therapy have also been discussed. Information on molecular characteristics of tumor invasion and progression in SCC has been provided with...

Esophageal cancer is a common form of cancer which can arise from a host of causes including tobacco consumption, hereditary factors, food additives, lifestyle habits etc. A valuable source of knowledge and information, this book presents an account of the experiences of experts of great repute in the related fields of esophageal cancer. It deals with challenges in the sphere of reconstructive esophageal surgery using pedicled intestinal segments. There are in-depth discussions on vascular anatomy of intestines and challenges which may occur during surgery. It lists various diagnostic...

This book intends to present data and knowledge from most experienced experts in the field. The book encompasses important topics on multiple approaches in melanoma treatment as well as related features. It provides a global perspective concerning one of the most frequent types of cancer, which a large number of people come across at some point of time in their life. This book is an invaluable source of reference for those interested in the research and treatment of melanoma.

Vitiligo is defined as a condition in which there is a loss of cells that give color to the skin (melanocytes), resulting in white patches amidst the normally pigmented skin. The aim of this book is to serve as a comprehensive practical guide to vitiligo describing the present research regarding its management and basics. This book is compiled from the contributions of veteran researchers and experts from across the globe. Current developments in technology and medicine have resulted in an enhanced understanding of this disease and have expanded the spectrum of available treatment options....

An integrated study of esophageal cancer has been presented in this detailed book. Esophageal Cancer discusses latest developments and investigations in the esophageal tumorigenesis from different perspectives. This book provides various techniques involved in esophageal tumorigenesis, cellular, molecular, genetic, epigenetics and proteomics and their importance as the new biomarkers and utilization in esophageal cancer diagnosis and therapy. This book encompasses comprehensive effect of nutritional factors in addition to ethanol metabolic pathway in the inhibition of retinoic acid metabolism...