Handbook of Tumor Syndromes – eBook

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**Book Description:**

Unravel the complex world of tumors and cancers with the comprehensive and meticulously researched *Handbook of Tumor Syndromes* (PDF). Recognized as a critical resource in the field, this handbook sheds light on the phenomenon of uncontrolled cell growth that disrupts normal bodily functions. Tumors and cancers—typically formed from abnormal cells that proliferate beyond their usual confines—account for a significant health concern globally. While approximately 75%–80% of tumors arise without any hereditary links, a notable 20%–25% suggest familial connections. This includes nonhereditary familial tumors (10%–15%) and hereditary familial tumors (5%–10%). These familial tumors often manifest as tumor syndromes, which can lead to both tumor-related and non-tumor-related (syndromic) symptoms.

Compared to their sporadic counterparts, tumor syndromes—over 300 documented to date—are often diagnosed at a much younger age. They tend to affect multiple organs and systems simultaneously, leading to a plethora of lesions that can present in bilateral forms. The specificity of these syndromes often results in unique clinical features that may impact entire families across generations.

*Handbook of Tumor Syndromes* provides in-depth and authoritative insights on around 100 different tumor syndromes. Each chapter offers a detailed analysis of individual syndromes, covering aspects such as their biology, epidemiology, clinical characteristics, pathogenesis, diagnostic criteria, treatment protocols, and prognostic outlooks. This ebook stands as an essential reference for students and professionals across various biomedical fields—including medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacology, and public health.

**Key Features:**

• Expert insights from leading oncologists and clinical specialists
• Comprehensive, current information on diagnosis and therapeutic approaches to tumor syndromes
• Dive deep into the biology, pathogenesis, epidemiology, and clinical presentation of each tumor syndrome featured in the handbook

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The esteemed Dongyou Liu, Ph.D., brings three decades of expertise in research and clinical laboratories within Australia and the United States, focusing on the molecular characterization of microbial pathogens and the identification of human genetic disorders, including tumors and cancers. He has contributed to the scientific community through over 50 research articles in peer-reviewed journals, penned 197 book chapters, and taken the helm of over 10 ebooks.

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