This unique book presents a series of concisely written technical notes on common procedures in surgical oncology. Each operation is illustrated with pictures framing precise technical points. The book is accompanied by a CD-ROM that includes video clips of the procedures. Written by top European experts, this volume will provide an invaluable resource for young surgical oncologists to familiarize with technical details, develop a critical approach and expand their surgical skills. It will also be a useful source of reference for medical oncologists, radiologists, radiotherapists and nurses, as well as final-year medical students. Sample Chapter(s). Foreword (41 KB). Chapter 1: Axillary Lymph Node Dissection for Breast Cancer (753 KB). Contents: Breast Reconstructive Techniques (F Brenelli et al.); Total Thyroidectomy (N O''Higgins); Neck Dissection for Thyroid Cancer (J Betka et al.); Transhiatal Esophagectomy (J J B van Lanschot et al.); Stenting Gastro-Oesophageal Tumours (E M L Verschuur et al.); Atypical Liver Resections of Colorectal Metastases (B Ardnor & P Naredi); How to Make a Good Stoma (R Phillips & S Phillips); Technical Notes on TME for Rectal Cancer (B J Heald); Pelvic Exenteration for Rectal Cancer (K Havenga & T Wiggers); Local Treatment for Primary Melanoma (O E Nieweg); Ilioinguinal Dissection for Melanoma (A Testori & M Zonta); and other papers. Readership: Oncologists, surgeons, radiotherapists, surgical oncologists, nurses and final-year medical students.