Diagnostic Histopathology of Tumors: 2-Volume Set with CD-ROMs, 3e (Diagnostic Histopathology of Tumors (Fletcher)) [Hardcover]

Christopher D. M. Fletcher MD FRCPath (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 5, 2007 | ISBN-10: 0443074348 | ISBN-13: 978-0443074349 | Edition: 3

Up to date and comprehensive, the New Edition of Fletcher's renowned Diagnostic Histopathology of Tumors provides you with today's best knowledge on the pathologic diagnosis of human tumors. This 3rd edition incorporates all of the latest ancillary diagnostic and prognostic techniques so you can effectively evaluate and confidently interpret suspected tumor specimens. Plus, more than 50 internationally recognized authorities and over 3,100 full-color illustrations provide you with an up-to-date account of tumor morphology, the application of modern diagnostic techniques (including molecular genetics), and key aspects of differential diagnosis.

• Features over 3,000 high-quality full-color illustrations, providing visual guidance to each tumor or tumor-like entity.
• Presents correlations of gross appearances to microscopic findings for virtually every tumor type.
• Includes detailed discussions of differential diagnosis.
• Provides full coverage of all the latest classification schemes.

• Incorporates the latest advances in molecular biology and immunohistochemistry throughout.
• Presents an increased focus on everyday diagnostic problems you are likely to encounter.
• Features extensively rewritten gynecology and hematology chapters.
• Uses additional diagnostic flow charts and summary tables for easy retrieval of information.
• Includes more differential diagnosis tables for better recognition and evaluation of similar looking entities.

With over 50 international contributing experts.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An ideal resource for the busy surgical pathologist...an essential addition to the pathologist's library...Should be kept adjacent to the microscope." (NEJM) "The third edition of Dr. Fletcher's textbook on tumors continues the tradition of a well-organized and clear text with abundant color images that spans the entire range of human tumors that was set by the previous 2 editions... Few of us are as articulate as Dr. Fletcher in describing how these ancillary studies really are complementary to traditional morphology rather than replacements for it. As our field changes and evolves, our future role will in part depend on what information we can provide to our clinicians and how useful it is. Textbooks such as this allow pathologists to know the best information to collect and present, from both tradtional and new wave tests, to help clinicians care for their patients." - Advances in Anatomic Pathology, May 2008 BMA Book Awards 2008 - Highly Commended "Previous editions of Diagnostic Histopathology of Tumours have been required additions to the bookshelf of any practicing surgical histopathologist, and this edition will be no different. It is comprehensive, well-laid-out, beautifully illustrated, and a joy to read. Each organ system is presented clearly, and the text is very easy-to-read, and practically-oriented. The quality of the illustrations is fantastic, and photomicrographs cannot be faulted. Practical diagnostic challenges can be approached with confidence with 'Fletcher', and this third edition will continue to be an authoritative source for trainee pathologists and more experienced practitioners alike. This is a 'must-have' text for diagnostic pathologists."

 

"I am delighted to report that this book not only maintains but improves upon the high standards characteristic of the previous edition....No condition is too rare to be included, ad advantage when we are at the bench and need a quick expert orientation...Reading through the many pages of this book, I was impressed not only with the depth of knowledge of each contriubter but with the writers' enthusiasm for the subject."

The Bulletin, July 2009

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1992 pages
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone; 3 edition (April 5, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0443074348
• ISBN-13: 978-0443074349
• Product Dimensions: 11.9 x 9.9 x 5.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 16.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #865,637 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding review of tumor types, April 23, 2010

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J. W. Green (Virginia Beach, VA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Diagnostic Histopathology of Tumors: 2-Volume Set with CD-ROMs, 3e (Diagnostic Histopathology of Tumors (Fletcher)) (Hardcover)

This two volume set contains the essentials for diagnosis of various tumors from benign to malignant in all organ systems and body parts. This is a great supplement to standard surgical pathology texts and presents the essential and esoteric diagnostic information in a concise formatted discussion using clinical information, gross and microscopic pathologic findings as well as various immunohistochemical and molecular markers for the various tumor entities. It is not as comprehensive as a specialty textbook dealing with single organ system pathology, but still serves well as a general diagnostic resource on the pathologist's shelf.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Compilation of Tumor Pathology, April 26, 2008

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Brian J. Sutton (Winston Salem, NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Diagnostic Histopathology of Tumors: 2-Volume Set with CD-ROMs, 3e (Diagnostic Histopathology of Tumors (Fletcher)) (Hardcover)

This new 2-volume set is well-written, clearly organized, and does an admirable job of covering the vast topic of tumor pathology. The pictures are crisp and colorful and can be downloaded from the accompanying CD's to be used in powerpoint presentations. Be aware that non-neoplastic disease is not covered, as this set is dedicated solely to tumors. Overall, well worth the money!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Updated and comprehensive bible for tumor pathology, September 14, 2007

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Girish Venkataraman (IL, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Diagnostic Histopathology of Tumors: 2-Volume Set with CD-ROMs, 3e (Diagnostic Histopathology of Tumors (Fletcher)) (Hardcover)

I was a little hesitant spending $400 of my $500 book fund allowed per year on this updated version of Fletcher. I have been using the departmental copy of the previous edition of this book so far and I can only say that this has been the best and most concise reference book for tumor pathology. I am impressed at how updated this new edition is. This will save me a lot of time going to read journal articles for updated classification schema and new variants of tumors etc. All in all, a great book to buy for a PGY-4 pathology resident and of course, for practicing pathologists. On the other hand, if you are just looking to buy just a single book to get by in pathology, this is not the best choice... just go for Silverberg or Rosai.

That said, the page design and layout within is very rich, useful and colorful..plus..it looks great on my home bookshelf getting furtive glances from every non-medico visitor at home..What more can you ask?