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The management of tumors of the central nervous system remains one of the most challenging issues in pediatric oncology. The aim of this book is to provide an update on the significant advances in pediatric neurooncology during the recent years, in particular with the increasing contribution of molecular biology and genomic studies that are transforming the management of these tumors. There is no doubt that the future of this discipline relies on a multidisciplinary approach and a biology-driven strategy.
This is a succinct introduction to pediatric neuro-oncology. It summarizes the key advances in molecular biology that have helped transform this rapidly evolving field and provides up-to-date coverage of major and emerging treatment modalities as well as supportive care. Separate chapters present each kind of pediatric brain cancer and its diagnosis and treatment. As more children survive brain cancer, the importance of quality of life issues and helping survivors to cope with the neuropsychological impact and long-term effects of current therapies has come into sharper focus; these topics are also addressed in the book, as are palliative care and pediatric neuro-oncology in countries with limited resources. The book is aimed at trainees and practitioners who seek an up-to-date text in pediatric neuro-oncology that is both comprehensive and concise