Encyclopedia of Ovarian Cancer

Research-focused detailed information regarding ovarian cancer has been illustrated in this descriptive book. Ovarian cancer accounts for more deaths across the world than the rest of the gynecologic diseases put together. Researchers and scientists from across the globe have reviewed the essential biological and basic science aspects associated with ovarian cancer. This book elucidates the molecular biological characteristics of the disease and also highlights molecular biology methodologies for the purpose of comprehending this cancer. These techniques have been formulated with the purpose of characterizing the tumor genetics, expression and protein function and describing the genetic mechanisms for optimization of immunotherapies. The book also discusses clinical and therapeutic perspectives associated with ovarian cancer and describes an overview of present research on aspects of malignant transformation, metastasis, and growth control. The aim of this book is to serve as a handy source of information for researchers, practitioners as well as students interested in acquiring advanced knowledge about this disease.