LIVER METASTASES - MAREK KRAWCZYK

Discover a comprehensive guide to the treatment of liver metastases, written by the eminent specialist, Marek Krawczyk. This monograph is an invaluable source of knowledge for surgeons and physicians involved in cancer treatment. Learn how modern therapies can help patients awaiting effective treatment.

• Latest methods of surgical and non-surgical treatment
• Detailed discussion of chemoembolization, thermal ablation, and electroporation
• Practical tips for medical specialists
• Over 200 illustrations illustrating medical procedures
• Current knowledge on the treatment of metastatic liver tumors
• Promising results of aggressive treatments with a percentage of long-term survivors

Liver metastases are a serious clinical problem, being the most common malignant tumors in this organ. The liver is also a common site for metastases from colon cancer, highlighting the need for specialized knowledge and effective therapeutic strategies. This monograph offers a comprehensive look at the possibilities of surgical treatment, considered the gold standard, and presents other promising methods that can improve patient prognosis.

The authors discuss in detail the role, possibilities, and limitations of surgical treatment of patients with metastatic liver tumors. They also present the results of aggressive treatments, which are expressed as a percentage of long-term survivors, giving hope for improving the quality of life of patients. This book is aimed at surgeons and all physicians who treat patients with liver metastases, providing them with the necessary knowledge to make informed therapeutic decisions.

In the monograph, you will also find a discussion of the non-surgical procedures used, such as chemoembolization, thermal ablation, electroporation, radioisotope therapy, and radiotherapy. These alternative treatment methods may be effective in cases where surgical treatment is not possible or indicated. Thanks to this book, medical specialists will be able to offer their patients a modern and comprehensive approach to cancer therapy.

This monograph, based on the latest research and practical experience, is an invaluable source of knowledge for any physician who wants to effectively treat patients with liver metastases. Thanks to it, it is possible to raise the standards of medical care and improve the prognosis of patients affected by this serious disease. The authors believe that the knowledge contained in this book will contribute to helping another group of cancer patients who expect modern and effective therapy from medical specialists.