Main description:

This volume thoroughly explores of the functional role of microRNAs in cancer. It not only expertly describes the molecular mechanisms underlying the malignant transformation process but also compiles cutting-edge research on microRNAs in several forms of cancer, including colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, leukemia/lymphoma, prostate cancer, lung cancer, ovarian cancer, and bone cancer. Distinguished experts, currently working in prestigious institutions, elegantly discuss these fundamental themes. The text, which opens with a foreword by the renowned Dr. Carlo M. Croce, is enhanced by abundant color photographs, schemes, diagrams, and tables that fully support and complement the content.

microRNA: Cancer is an ideal companion to both microRNA: Basic Science andmicroRNA: Medical Evidence. Taken together, these three books provide a state-of-the-art overview of this rapidly-expanding and fascinating field, from the molecular level to clinical practice. It will be invaluable to medical students, physicians, and researchers, as a complete and unique guide in the exploration of microRNA in basic science, cancer and clinical practice.

Contents:

1) microRNA: the master key to precision medicine.- 2) MICRORNAS IN THE MALIGNANT TRANSFORMATION PROCESS.- 3) microRNA and chronic lymphocytic leukemia.- 4) microRNA and malignant lymphoma.- 5) microRNA and gastrointestinal stromal cancer.- 6) microRNA and pancreatic cancer.- 7) microRNA and colorectal cancer.- 8) microRNA and prostate cancer.- 9) Ovarian cancer.- 10) microRNA and breast cancer.- 11) microRNA and soft tissue sarcoma.- 12) microRNA and bone cancer.