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Genetics of Melanoma

This book discusses the molecular, biological, pathological, and clinical aspects of melanoma, with special emphasis in the new concepts of melanoma genetics. A multidisciplinary group of experts in Genetics, Dermatology, Pathology, and Melanoma Medical Oncology contribute state-of-the-art knowledge...

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Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Torres-Cabala, Carlos A. (Editor, http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/relators/edt), Curry, Jonathan L. (Editor, http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/relators/edt)
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Springer New York : Imprint: Springer, 2016.
Edition:1st ed. 2016.
Series:Cancer Genetics,
Subjects:
Human genetics.
Cancer research.
Molecular biology.
Human Genetics.
Cancer Research.
Molecular Medicine.
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-3554-3
Table of Contents:
  • Biology of Melanoma
  • The Role of the Immune System and Immunoregulatory Mechanisms Relevant to Melanoma
  • Epidemiology and Clinical Characteristics of Melanoma
  • Pathology of Melanoma
  • Inherited Gene Mutations in Melanoma
  • The MAPK Pathway in Melanoma
  • The PI3K-AKT Pathway in Melanoma
  • Biomarker Analysis for BRAF, NRAS, KIT, and BAP-1 Expression in Melanoma
  • Molecular Platforms in Melanoma Mutation Analysis
  • Immunotherapy in Melanoma
  • Molecular Targeted Therapy in Melanoma
  • Dermatologic Toxicities to Melanoma Targeted Therapy.

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