Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Diagnosis and Treatment

Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Diagnosis and Treatment
Nobutoshi Ando, Editor
Springer, Japan, 2015
ISBN 4431549765, 309 pages. $122.55

This carefully prepared book is a wonderful compendium of scientific evidence regarding squamous cell cancer of the esophagus, written from a Japanese perspective. Ando, past president of the Japan Esophageal Society, is a recognized authority and has identified highly qualified authors for each of the chapters. Topics range from epidemiology and diagnosis to specific surgical and multimodality treatment recommendations. The volume is heavily illustrated with high quality color images. The book is highly recommended to anyone who wishes to learn about this important and challenging disease from an Asian perspective.