Central Nervous System Tumours: WHO Classification of Tumours

Important Note: When purchasing The WHO Classification of Tumours , especially from online bookshops, please ensure you buy only from authorized sellers. There have been issues with counterfeit copies. If you encounter any quality issues, contact the seller directly for a refund. The WHO Classification of Tumours Central Nervous System Tumours is the sixth volume in the 5th edition of the WHO series on the classification of human tumors, often referred to as the WHO Blue Books . This series is recognized as the gold standard for tumor diagnosis, providing a unique synthesis of histopathological diagnosis with digital and molecular pathology. These authoritative and concise reference books are indispensable for anyone involved in cancer care or research, supporting individual patient treatment and advancing research on cancer causation, prevention, therapy, and education. What’s New in This Edition?

The 5th edition, guided by the WHO Classification of Tumours Editorial Board, presents a cohesive cancer classification organized by anatomical sites (such as digestive system, breast, soft tissue, and bone). Each tumor type is systematically categorized within a detailed taxonomic classification: site, category, family (class), type, and subtype. This edition features an updated approach with entities listed from benign to malignant, described under essential headings, including histopathology, diagnostic molecular pathology, staging, and essential diagnostic criteria that are designed to be easily understood. Who Should Read This Book? Pathologists Neuro-oncologists Neuroradiologists Medical oncologists Radiation oncologists Neurosurgeons

Authors:
WHO Classification of Tumours Editorial Board (Editor)
Edition:
5th
Publication Date:
February 10, 2022