Medical : Oncology

highly acclaimed comprehensive and practical text covering the principles and practice of the management of cancer. Why Buy This Book?.:.; Includes up-to-date information on the most recent techniques and therapies available.; Comprehensive and practical reference source of both common and rarer forms of cancer.; Highlights frequent dilemmas and difficulties encountered during cancer management.; Covers controversial topics including screening, genetic testing, prevention and AIDS-related cancers.; Provides the reader with fundamental knowledge about oncogenes, epidemiology and staging, through to basic actions of different treatment modalities. Cancer and its management is ideal for all those concerned with he management of cancer:.:.; Surgical, clinical and medical oncologists – both consultants and trainees.; Nursing staff with an interest in cancer.; General practitioners, and medical, nursing and pharmacy students. "This book is exactly what was needed. All in all, this book is destined to become a classic.". The Lancet. "......should be compulsory reading for all would-be cancer specialists. The authors' discussion of controversial topics...is excellent.". British Medical Journal. “This is, without exaggeration, the book when it comes to Cancer . ... All in all, the Cancer Bible.”. Microscope ( Nottingham University Medical School Gazette) more...

Price: $80.00

Young people with cancer have suffered from not being recognized as either children or adult patients. The lack of an adequate number of centres, properly equipped for teenage cancer care, is acknowledged worldwide. Yet their needs, both physically and psychologically, are perhaps the most acute of all. Now, this book, based on an international conference hosted by the Teenage Cancer Trust, addresses the issues surrounding care of the adolescent with cancer more completely than ever before. Some chapters provide practical information from leading specialists on managing and treating the specific tumours affecting this group whilst others present discussions by psychologists, nurses and other healthcare professionals on the many lifestyle issues that confront teenagers with cancer. Finally and maybe, most importantly, contributions from patients and carers give an insight into what it feels like to have the disease while growing into adulthood. With its insight into the problems, and guidance on best practice, this book will be welcomed by all professionals and carers who work with young people with cancer. more...

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Cancer in Adolescents and Young Adults is a practical guide to cancer care in adolescents and young adults. The first section examines cancer in adolescence and the impact of diagnosis on adolescence. The second section focuses on the experience of cancer and ongoing care needs i.e. 'life during cancer'. The final section examines the consequences of cancer by concentrating on recovery, rehabilitation and/or end of life issues i.e. 'life after cancer.' more...

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Clinical trials remain the most important vehicle for improving the care of cancer patients. This book presents the fundamental components and challenges involving clinical investigations. It aims to bring the issues of cancer clinical trials into focus so that proactive strategies may be developed to make such trials more user-friendly. more...

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The World Health Organization estimates that 7.6 million people died of cancer in 2005 and 84 million people will die in the next 10 years if action is not taken. More than 70% of all cancer deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries, where resources available for prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer are limited or nonexistent. This first module, Planning, gives programme managers essential practical guidance on the necessary steps for developing an effective cancer control plan. The module shows how to create a cancer control plan that responds to the needs of the people, is based on evidence, and ensures that limited resources are used in an effi cient and equitable way. Planning offers practical step-by-step advice for developing a cancer control plan. The module takes users through an assessment of their current country situation, then helps them set up realistic priorities that can be implemented in a stepwise manner. Throughout the text, links are provided to more detailed WHO resources. more...

Price: $13.50