Pathology of Bone and Joint Neoplasms: Volume 37 in the Major Problems in Pathology Series (Volume 37) (Major Problems in Pathology, Volume 37)

In this new volume in the Major Problems in Pathology Series, 23 international experts provide practical guidance for the diagnosis of both common and uncommon neoplasms of bones and joints. It focuses on the difficult diagnostic problems readers may encounter, and aids them in appreciating the potential and the limitations of each facet of the diagnostic process. Presents an overview of the role, benefits, and limitations of modern genetic and molecular biological techniques in the diagnosis of tumours. Describesin its first section the molecular biology of cells in normal bone and examines the principles of lab techniques that can be applied to the study of bone tumours. Focusesin its second sectionon the important contributions that minimally invasive diagnostic methods can make to the diagnosis of bone and joint neoplasms. Emphasizes the use of radiological and other imaging investigations in gathering important anatomical and pathological data, and in reaching a correct diagnosis. Groups neoplasms as they might present to the pathologiston the basis of the histological features that certain neoplasms have in common, and on their anatomical location. Contains a chapter on the interpretation of bone specimens in relation to the treatment that the patient has or will receive. Features numerous radiographs, magnetic resonance images, as well as histological and molecular biological illustrations that provide important data on the anatomy and pathology of bone and joints neoplasms. Examines the intricacies of diagnostic terminology. Provides thorough cross-referencing.