This volume serves as both an introductory and reference book focusing on the field of metastatic bone disease. Featuring contributions from experts in the field, this volume describes the molecular and cellular mechanisms involved in the formation of bone metastases, comments on the role of angiogenesis and presents the newer advances made in the understanding of the clinical picture and symptoms of patients. The role of bone markers in research and clinical practice is also discussed, as well as imaging techniques applied for the detection and evaluation of bone metastases. The book also covers the use of radiotherapy, surgery and systemic treatments for the management of metastatic bone disease and new therapeutic approaches. Overall, this volume may serve as a guide for the clinical and therapeutic management of patients with metastatic bone disease. It can be a great resource for medical researchers, oncologists, orthopaedic surgeons and clinicians.
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