Francoise Galateau-salle

Pathology of Malignant Mesothelioma Francoise Galateau-salle Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2006 edition

Jacket Description/Back: Mesothelioma is a global problem. Its incidence is rising in Europe, and it is a major health problem in the USA and other parts of the world, largely related to the previous use of asbestos products. Diagnosis, which rests on the pathology, is very difficult because of its diverse appearances and the potential for other diseases to mimic it. This monograph has been assembled by an international group of experts with a wealth of experience from France, UK, USA, Australia and Canada to aid in pathological diagnosis. In all these countries, the disease poses significant health problems. This book deals with clinical, radiological, epidemiological, molecular, and histopathological aspects of the disease. Tumors of the pleural, pericardial, peritoneal cavities as well as the ovary and tunica vaginalis are discussed. Differential diagnoses of serosal-based lesions are fully discussed and the use of immunohistochemical stains is explained. Plentiful illustrations give further aid to diagnosis This book is an essential reading for all diagnostic pathologists as well as general pathologists, who are sometimes required to diagnose the disease at biopsy or post mortem. It will be also invaluable read for members of the medical and legal professions who are involved with various aspects of this disease. Table of Contents: 1. The Epidemiology of Mesothelioma 2. Molecular Biology 3. Serosal Anatomy and Anatomical Distribution of Mesothelioma 4. Clinical Aspects of Mesothelioma 5. Management of Malignant Serosal Effusions 6. Pathologic Diagnosis and Classification of Mesothelioma 7. Macroscopic Features of Mesotheliomas 8. Classification and Histologic Features of Epithelioid Mesotheliomas A. Epithelioid Mesothelioma B. Biphasic Mesothelioma C. Sarcomatoid Mesothelioma D. Desmoplastic Malignant Mesothelioma E. Lymphohistiocytoid Mesothelioma 9. Differential Diagnosis: Mesothelial Proliferations A. Reactive Mesothelial Proliferations (Epithelioid) B. Fibrous Pleurisy C. Immunohistochemical Findings in Reactive vs. Neoplastic Processes 10. Differential Diagnosis: Other Mesothelial Lesions A. Adenomatoid Tumors B. Well Differentiated Papillary Mesothelioma C. Multicystic Mesothelioma 11. Non Mesothelial Lesions A. Reactive Squamous Metaplasia B. Nodular Histiocytic Mesothelial Hyperplasia C. Endosalpingiosis D. Ectopic Decidua 12. Non Mesothelial Tumors of the Serosal Cavity: Sarcomas A. Synovial Sarcoma B. Epithelioid Hemangioendothelioma and Angiosarcoma C. Leiomyosarcoma D. Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor E. Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor F. Desmoid Tumor G. Desmoplastic Round Cell Tumor H. Pleuropulmonary Blastoma I. Inflammatory Myofibroblastic Tumor 13. Non Mesothelial Tumors: Other Than Sarcomas A. Solitary Fibrous Tumour B. Calcifying Fibrous Pseudotumour C. Leiomyomatosis Peritonealis Disseminata D. Thymoma/Thymic Carcinoma E. Melanoma F. Serous Carcinoma G. Lymphomas of the Serosal Cavities H. Other Lymphomas that may Involve the Pleura 14. APPENDICESDescription for Sales People: A known cause of malignant mesothelioma is previous exposure to asbestos fibres. The disease is of global nature. About 2,000 3,000 new cases of mesothelioma are diagnosed in the US each year and this figure is increasing. Incidence is rising in Europe and there is evidence that asbestos is still being imported into developing countries By the time the symptoms appear and cancer is diagnosed, the disease is often advanced. This book is an essential reference work for pathologists, clinicians, and specialists in the medico-legal profession having to deal with this disease."Publisher Marketing: Mesothelioma is a global problem, its incidence is rising in Europe, and it is a major health problem in the USA and other parts of the world, largely related to the previous use of asbestos products. Diagnosis, which rests on the pathology, is very difficult because of its diverse appearances and the potential for other diseases to mimic it. This monograph has been assembled by an international group of experts with a wealth of experience from France, UK, USA, Australia and Canada to aid in pathological diagnosis. In all these countries, the disease poses significant health problems. This book deals with clinical, radiological, epidemiological, molecular, and histopathological aspects of the disease. Tumors of the pleural, pericardial, peritoneal cavities as well as the ovary and tunica vaginalis are considered. Differential diagnoses of serosal-based lesions are fully discussed and the use of immunohistochemical stains is explained. Plentiful illustrations give further aid to diagnosis An essential read for all diagnostic pathologists as well as general pathologists, who are sometimes required to diagnose the disease at biopsy or post mortem. The book will be also invaluable to members of the medical and legal professions who are involved with various aspects of this disease.