Book Reviews

Editorial Policy. Recently published books and journals (one copy) are invited by the Editorial Office for announcement and review in ANTICANCER RESEARCH (no fee). Each announcement should include the full title of the publication, authors or editors, the number of pages, price, year of publication, ISBN and publisher. Publishers will be notified upon receipt of books and tear sheets of reviews will be sent after publication. Books will be returned to the sender only if the announcement is rejected. Reviews will be objective and clear regarding the content, quality and usefulness of the publication.

Primer on the Autonomic Nervous System. 4th Edition.

Edited by I. Biaggioni, K. Browning, G. Fink, J. Jordan, P.A. Low, J.F.R. Paton.

2022, pp 882, EUR 115.45, ISBN: 978-0-323-85493-1.

Academic Press, Elsevier, Cambridge, MA, USA.

Primer on the Autonomic Nervous System, Fourth Edition provides a concise and accessible overview of autonomic neuroscience for students, scientists, and clinicians. The book’s 142 chapters draw on the expertise of more than 215 basic scientists and clinicians who discuss key information on how the autonomic nervous system controls the body, particularly in response to stress. This new edition also focuses on the translational crossover between basic and clinical research. In addition to comprehensively covering all aspects of autonomic physiology and pathology, topics such as psychopharmacology decoding and modulating nerve function are also explored.

Key Features: Provides concise and practical information on the autonomic nervous system; Discusses all aspects of autonomic physiology and pathology; Contains new content on psychopharmacology and modulating nerve function.

Liposomal Encapsulation in Food Science and Technology.

Edited by C. Anandharamakrishnan, S. Dutta.

2022, pp 308 USD 170.00, ISBN: 978-0-12-823935-3.

Academic Press, Elsevier, Cambridge, MA, USA.

Liposomal Encapsulation in Food Science and Technology provides all the possible applications of liposomes in food and allied systems, along with recent advances made in these fields. This helps researchers in food science and technology, as well as those in interdisciplinary fields, better explore the opportunities that liposomal encapsulation offers. Among other topics, the book covers formulation and characterization of liposome, liposome mediated encapsulation of antimicrobials and probiotics, liposome-assisted delivery of enzymes and proteins, and liposome for delivery of dietary nutrients and nutraceuticals, etc. This approach facilitates building better dedicated or tandem approaches in respective fields for process/product development. Written by an international team of contributors, the book will aid academicians in developing more industry useful tools/techniques/products.

Key Features: Brings a broader overview of different modules of liposomal encapsulation of bioactive food supplements;

Provides all the possible applications of liposomes in food and allied systems, along with recent advances made in these fields; Includes chemical, physical, medical and stability related chapters.

Craniofacial Anatomy and Forensic Identification. 1st Edition.

Edited by G. Nusse.

2022, pp 302, EUR 99.11, ISBN: 978-0-128-09288-0.

Academic Press, Elsevier, Cambridge, MA, USA.

Our bodies record what happens to us physically throughout our lives. This is illustrated by the simple appearance of scars from injuries sustained years, and even decades ago. Evidence such as scars also tells us how we used our joints or may have injured them as children and adults. Our bodies conform to the environment in which we live, both outside and inside. By examining and observing these key clues, a forensic investigator can reveal the unique character that tells the story of a person’s life and death. Craniofacial Anatomy and Forensic Identification is an atlas that covers all aspects of facial reconstruction and anatomy of the head and neck, such as facial expression and the anatomic basis for facial development, along with the effects of muscle movement. Written by a world-renowned forensic artist with decades of experience as a scientific illustrator as well as a portraitist, anthropologist, and lecturer in anatomy and biology, the author is as much a scientist as an artist.

Key Features: Comprehensively addresses the history of facial reconstruction, facial development, muscle movements, and bone physiology used by forensic artists and forensic anthropologists; Demonstrates techniques in mold making and sculpting to bring the body to life; Includes images from cadaver labs and recent case studies; Provides detailed anatomy of vessels and nerves found in the face including the eyes; Details the muscles, ligaments, and tissues down to the skull; Describes the changing face as it ages.

The Link Between Obesity and Cancer. 1st Edition.

Edited by R. Mehrzad.

2022, pp 300, EUR 129.74, ISBN: 978-0-323-90965-5.

Academic Press, Elsevier, Cambridge, MA, USA.

The Link between Obesity and Cancer provides a comprehensive review on the relationship between obesity and cancer, presenting global perspectives on obesity and cancer incidence that are followed by in-depth discussions on cancers for which we have new evidence of a causal relationship with obesity. Readers will gain fundamental knowledge on which cancer types are related to obesity. In addition, this updated resource provides significant knowledge for clinicians on when to act, along with specific management guidelines for patients, as well as how to understand potential risk factors and how to directly or indirectly minimize these risks. The book also provides never-before-published scientific data for any researcher in the field, identifying molecular mechanisms and links behind the development of malignancy and promoting research in new and effective target pathways in developing therapeutic strategies.

Key Features: Provides essential knowledge on how to understand the link between obesity and cancer and why and how this occurs; Presents a significant knowledge base for clinicians on when to act, along with patient management guidelines for patients with obesity and potential risk factors; Contains new scientific data and findings for researchers that identify the molecular mechanisms and links behind the development of malignancy.

Oxford Handbook of Anaesthesia. 5th Edition.

Edited by R. Freedman, L. Herbert, A. O’Donnell, N. Ross, I.H Wilson, K.G. Allman.

2022, pp 1,272, GBP 38.99, ISBN: 978-0-198-85305-3.

Oxford University Press, New York, NY, USA.

The Oxford Handbook of Anaesthesia is a comprehensive, authoritative, and practical guide to the whole field of anaesthetic practice. It encompasses all ages, from neonates to the elderly, and all surgical specialties including cardiac surgery, interventional radiology, and weight-reduction surgery. Local, regional and neuraxial techniques are described, including ultrasound guidance. The entire patient journey is covered, from pre-operative assessment and investigation, through informed consent and intraoperative care, to post-operative analgesia. There are substantial sections dealing with acute pain and the management of intra-operative emergencies. A brief drug formulary is provided. The fifth edition is a complete overhaul of the layout and content of the previous edition, with significant new content added.

Paediatric Haematology and Oncology. 2nd Edition.

Edited by S. Bailey, R. Skinner.

2022, pp 752, GBP 44.99, ISBN: 978-0-198-77918-6.

Oxford University Press, New York, NY, USA.

Fully revised and updated for its second edition, Paediatric Haematology and Oncology provides an easily accessible source of information about all of the basic principles of childhood cancer and leukaemia, and detailed specialist knowledge on how to care for children with those conditions. Featuring new chapters on the biology of childhood leukaemia and central nervous system tumours, the book includes a greater focus on the rapidly expanding research in the biology and genetics of childhood malignancy, as well as new clinical treatments and more detail on various tumour types. Logically split into 12 sections on different aspects of haematology and cancer to allow quick and easy reference, the book provides general principles of diagnosis and treatment, short- and long-term care, and oncological emergencies, before moving on to chapters on specific diseases. Normal values and useful websites are also included for reference. Chapters have been expanded to feature more clinical images to aid in diagnosis and interpretation, making this second edition an invaluable companion for the trainee and consultant in paediatric haematology and oncology.

Oxford Handbook of Oncology. Fourth Edition.

Edited by J. Cassidy, D. Bissett, R.A.J. Spence OBE, M.

Payne, G. Morris-Stiff.

2022, pp 896, GBP 36.99, ISBN: 978-0-199-68984-2.

Oxford University Press, New York, NY, USA.

Now fully revised and in its fourth edition, the Oxford Handbook of Oncology has been the essential go-to guide for students and practitioners in oncology for over a decade. The scientific basis and diagnosis of cancers is covered, as well as drugs, biomarkers, and the presentation and psychosocial aspects of oncology. Concise, practical, and comprehensive, there is no better companion for both common conditions and challenging emergencies. The field of oncology has surged forward since the last edition was published and the Oxford Handbook of Oncology has been fully revised and updated to reflect these recent advances so you can be sure that the vital information you need is in your hands. This handbook incorporates changes such as the understanding of the science of cancer, novel therapies in breast, lung, renal, and melanoma, molecular sub-classification of common solid cancers, personalized therapy approaches, new agents in hard-to-treat cancers, the benefits of new technologies in radiotherapy, and the emerging data on the importance of the immune response. Written by experts in the field to ensure that it is grounded in real life clinical practice, this handbook provides a concise guide to all aspects of oncology for all students, nurses, and junior faculty responsible for the care of cancer patients, while also providing further reading and highlighting areas of controversy for those who need a more detailed understanding.

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