Hard DM 248,-, 6S 1810,-, sFr 220,-ISBN 3 13 109061 8 Trias, Stuttgart -New York This almost 500 page book is actually a compendium of the pesent state of the art of diagnosis and therapy of tumors of the central nervous system.The spectrum of the book is broad; it includes diagnosis, clinical therapy, general therapy, specific aspects of primary brain tumors and metastatic processes, space occupying spinal masses and specific tumors, especially in children. It closes with a look at the future of experimental therapy forms in neurooncology. A careful literature list and a useful subject index complement the text.The text and the illustrations, especially MRT reproductions, most of which are good, usually fulfill their purposes: this is a clearly structured and relatively easily readable book. It should interest not only neurosurgeons, but also physicians generally interested in oncology. The book is well made, and the price is good. It can be recommended.
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