The Genetic Basis of Human Cancer

No discipline has been impacted more by the recent advances in genetics and molecular biology than the fields of oncology and cancer research. In this exciting new title, renowned researchers and practitioners of current cancer and genetics research present a thorough review of the fundamentals of genetics and human phenotypes, gene mutation, the Human Genome Project, and genetic implanting. From relatively rare to massively prevalent oncologic diseases, the authors cover topics from melanoma, breast cancer to Wilms Tumor. Chapter organization reflects clinical aspects; genetic loci; specific genes; and implications for diagnosis.