Surgical Perspectives on Cutaneous Oncology, An Issue of Surgical Clinics

Cutaneous Oncology for Surgical Oncologists, edited by Dr. Waddah B. Al-Refaie, MD, FACS and Dr. Georgia Beasley, MD, is a focused issue of Surgical Clinics dedicated to the contemporary management of skin cancers from a surgical oncology perspective. Drawing on the expertise of leading authorities, this volume delivers a comprehensive review of the epidemiology, pathology and dermatopathology, and surgical and medical management of all major cutaneous malignancies. It integrates evolving evidence, clinical trials, and multidisciplinary treatment strategies, with particular attention to real-world decision-making and patient outcomes.

Key Features

• Comprehensive coverage of all major skin cancers, including melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma
• 17 practice-oriented, clinically relevant topics, such as:
• Essentials of pathology and dermatopathology evaluation for melanoma
• Management of early-stage melanoma and Merkel cell carcinoma
• Evolving role of sentinel lymph node biopsy in melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma
• Role of surgery for metastatic melanoma in the era of immune checkpoint inhibitors
• Disparities in melanoma and skin cancer care, with focus on elders, minority populations, and rural health
• Actionable, in-depth clinical reviews designed to directly inform surgical practice
• Evidence-based synthesis of the latest research findings and practice guidelines
• Expert editorial leadership, ensuring authoritative, up-to-date, and clinically meaningful content

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier
• Publication date ‏ : ‎June 28, 2025
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0443316287
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0443316289