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Basic Science of Oncology
Ian F. Tannock
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Lea Harrington
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editore: McGraw-Hill Medical
pagine: 576
Now in full color! You can discover the science of cancer - with this newly revised, essential introduction to cancer biology and genetics. Here in one well-organized, reader-friendly volume, you'll find everything you must know about the biology underlying cancer and its treatment, supported by the latest peer-reviewed research. Written by preeminent oncology researchers and clinicians, the book highlights the full range of important oncology topics and takes you through the biological basis of current and future biological therapy as well as more traditional approaches to cancer treatment. Presented in full color, the Fifth Edition of The Basic Science of Oncology is thoroughly updated and refreshed to reflect the latest critical thinking in oncology. For graduate students, oncologists, residents, and fellows, there can be no more useful guide to the bedrock science and practice of oncology than this all-in-one reference.
Features: the most current, evidence-based oncology primer - one that encapsulates the science of cancer causation, cancer biology, and cancer therapy; key insights into molecular and genetic aspects of cancer familiarize you with cancer biology as applied to prognosis and personalized cancer medicine; in-depth focus on the discovery, evaluation, and biology of anti-cancer drugs, immunotherapy, and molecularly-targeted agents; up-to-date coverage of the basic science of radiation therapy; specific chapters/sections on intratumor heterogeneity as it relates to potential new treatment strategies - including tumor microenvironment and metabolism, tumor stem cells, and genomic/proteomic heterogeneity; new! chapter essentials synthesize chapter content in a convenient list; and, new! color diagrams and schematics summarize important data.
Occupational Cancers
Clinical and Pathological Features, Assessment and Diagnosis
Kurt Straif
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Paolo Boffetta
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editore: Springer London Ltd
pagine: 625
This book is a comprehensive guide to occupational factors of malignant diseases. It discusses potentially work-related malignancies, in the context of exposure assessment, specific clinical and pathological features of occupational cancer and biomarkers of exposure and disease. Epidemiological data about risk ratios of the cancer in question are reviewed for various occupations and with exposure to specific carcinogens, carcinogenic mechanisms, host susceptibility factors (genetic and other) and other environmental and life-style risk factors. Aspects such as surveillance of workers exposed to carcinogens and strategies for prevention of occupational cancer are also discussed. Occupational Cancers is aimed at oncologists, pathologists, residents in training, clinical researchers, clinicians in occupational health, epidemiologists, pulmonologists, lawyers and public health officials.
Handbook of Therapeutic Biomarkers in Cancer
Janet E. Dancey , Sherry X. Yang
editore: Pan Stanford Publishing Pte Ltd
pagine: 518
In this volume, a team of internationally recognized experts provide an in-depth description of therapeutic biomarkers across a broad area of cancer research and oncology. With a wealth of information to specific therapies, each chapter focuses on a class of targeted chemotherapy agents. The book describes established and evolving diagnostic tests for therapeutic biomarkers that predict benefit, response, resistance, or drug side effects from specific therapeutic interventions. This volume is an essential handbook for health professionals and scientists researching current applicable biomarkers in oncology.
Tumor Angiogenesis Regulators
Bo R. Rueda , Ruben R. Gonzalez-Perez
editore: CRC Press Inc
pagine: 462
The emphasis of this book is on mechanisms and pathways regulating the expression and actions of classical and novel tumor angiogenesis regulators. The contributors discuss their underlying biology as well as anti-angiogenic drugs currently in use to fight different cancers. The book provides an insight on how factors such as obesity, diabetes, and other metabolic disorders can influence the development and growth of cancer. It is of significant interest not only to oncologists but also to a wide range of medical practitioners and researchers.
Principles and Practice of Gynecologic Oncology
Andrew Berchuck
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Marcus E. Randall
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editore: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
pagine: 1118
Today, multidisciplinary approaches to treatment are at the heart of cancer care. They offer improved clinical outcomes, new possibilities in patient quality of life, and enable the development of true innovation in individualized treatment. To accurately reflect this modern day approach to cancer care, the content of the 6th edition of Principles and Practice of Gynecologic Oncology was written entirely by surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and pathologists. New to the editorial team, Dr. Andrew Berchuck has made significant contributions to the understanding of the molecular pathogenesis of ovarian and endometrial cancer in the book's content. Every chapter of this book has been either completely rewritten or extensively updated to ensure that everyone involved in treating women with gynecologic cancer will have the most comprehensive and up-to-date information on the subject. Traditionally available as a printed textbook, now it comes with a completely revamped digital experience, powered by Inkling!
Features: 4-color layout with over 550 illustrations; new chapters include Molecular Pathogenesis of Gynecologic Cancers, Hereditary GYN Cancers, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging, and Comparative Effectiveness Research in Gynecologic Oncology; a valuable resource for residents and fellows in training; digital version can be used for clinic, conferences, or as an authoritative source of knowledge available in real time; and digital version that includes the complete text, index-based search, note sharing, regular content updates integrated into the text, and much more.
Oncology in Primary Care
Michal Rose
editore: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
pagine: 455
Oncology in Primary Care is for primary care clinicians who need practical and concise information on caring for their patients with cancer. Written in an easy-to-browse format, chapters cover risk factors, prevention, screening, prognosis, and surveillance strategies - valuable information that helps primary care clinicians advise their patients regarding therapeutic and end-of-life decisions and become true partners in the care of their patients with cancer. Each chapter also includes an abundance of figures and tables to help clinicians find quick answers to questions commonly encountered in the primary care setting. Plus, a companion website is available allowing easy accessibility to the content. It includes a glossary of common cancer-related terms and an annotated list of internet and community resources for cancer care. It provides rapid access to essential information needed to assist in the treatment of complications of cancer therapy. It emphasizes prognosis, long-term effects of therapy, survivorship, and surveillance to help the primary care clinician manage co-morbid conditions and advise patients regarding therapeutic and end-of-life decisions.
It includes access to full text and image bank online.
Evidence-Based Pediatric Oncology
A. G. Shankar
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Katherine Matthay
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 294
This book is updated with evidence from the latest published reviews and is more clinically focused, with an emphasis on application of the trial findings. With increased coverage of trials in the area of supportive care for pediatric cancer patients, each chapter opens with a clinical question and concludes with a summary on the trial findings from an expert commentator.
Oncology at a Glance
Graham G. Dark
editore: John Wiley & Sons Inc
pagine: 132
This brand new title in the market-leading at a Glance series brings together fundamental information on cancer biology and treatment to provide a holistic understanding of oncology. It explores both relevant scientific content and key human issues, including communication and palliative care. Oncology at a Glance : * Provides an accessible overview of the scientific foundation of cancer medicine * Covers the common cancers as well as key information on presentation and approaches to investigation and management * Includes young adult oncology, the multidisciplinary team, clinical trials in oncology, approach to treatment and response assessment, management of nausea, and end-of-life care * Was developed with students for students, to ensure it contains exactly what students need to know Oncology at a Glance is an ideal guide for medical students and foundation-year doctors as well as any other healthcare professionals looking to consolidate their knowledge of oncology.
Cancer and the heart
EWER M. S. , YEH T. H.
editore: People's Medical Publishing House- Usa
pagine: 492
Role of Cancer Stem Cells in Cancer Biology and Therapy
Kurt S. Zanker , Thomas Dittmar
editore: CRC Press Inc
pagine: 332
This book summarizes the latest findings about the role of cancer stem cells (CSCs) in cancer biology and how this knowledge could be used for novel anticancer therapies. It provides an overview of CSCs in selected malignancies with particular emphasis on hematopoietic neoplasias. It then reviews the role of CSCs in metastasis formation and initiation of cancer relapses. It also examines the dark side of cancer therapy such as conventional cancer therapies that may lead to the origin of recurrence CSCs. Finally, it supplies a brief overview of current concepts that may allow for a selective eradication of CSCs.
Cancer Biomarkers
Minimal and Noninvasive Early Diagnosis and Prognosis
Angelo Carpi
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Debmalya Barh
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editore: CRC Press Inc
pagine: 951
Gleaning information from more than 100 experts in the field of cancer diagnosis, prognosis, and therapy worldwide, Cancer Biomarkers: Non-Invasive Early Diagnosis and Prognosis determines the significance of clinical validation approaches for several markers. This book examines the use of noninvasive or minimally invasive molecular cancer markers that are under development or currently in use. It deals with a majority of commonly prevalent cancers and can help anyone working in the health-care industry to recommend or develop early diagnostics, at-risk tests, and prognostic biomarkers for various cancers. It explores the practice of determining biomarkers by their characteristics and relative methodologies, and presents the most recent data as well as a number of current and upcoming early diagnostic noninvasive molecular markers for many common cancers. It also considers the sensitivity and specificity of markers, biomarker market, test providers, and patent information. Approximately 30-35 Cancer Specific Noninvasive Molecular Diagnostic Markers in a Single Volume The book details the general and technical aspects of noninvasive cancer markers.
It covers imaging, cutting-edge molecular technologies for biomarker development, and noninvasive or minimally invasive sources of molecular markers, as well as quality control and ethical issues in cancer biomarker discovery. It also provides a detailed account of brain, head and neck, and oral cancer markers, and provides information on a number of gastrointestinal cancers, lung cancer, and mesothelioma markers. Emphasizes the Importance of Volatile Markers in Early Cancer Diagnosis * Presents noninvasive early molecular markers in urological cancers * Describes gynecological and endocrine cancer markers * Details noninvasive markers of breast, ovarian, cervical, and thyroid cancers * Addresses hematological malignancies * Contains information on noninvasive molecular markers in myelodysplastic syndromes, acute myeloid leukemia, Hodgkin's lymphoma, and multiple myeloma * Provides comprehensive information on diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers in cutaneous melanoma This text considers molecular technologies for biomarker development, noninvasive or minimally invasive sources of molecular markers, and quality control and ethical issues in cancer biomarker discovery.
La medicina oncologica. Diagnosi, terapia e gestione clinica
Roberto Labianca , Stefano Cascinu
editore: Edra
pagine: 998
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Radiation Oncology: Imaging and Treatment
Christopher J. Anker
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David K. Gaffney
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editore: Amirsys, Inc
pagine: 808
While many textbooks discuss diagnostic imaging and/or the management of cancer, Radiation Oncology: Imaging and Treatment is the first imaging book devoted to the advanced use of all imaging modalities in radiation oncology; including CT, PET/CT, MR, SPECT, 4D, ultrasound, and planar radiography. Also included are images of possible radiotherapy complications. Published by Amirsys, a global leader in medical knowledge, this one-of-a-kind title incorporate pearls related to planning external beam, SRS, SBRT, IGRT, LDR and HDR brachytherapy. Essential to the practicing and training radiation oncologist is a section dedicated to representative pathology, including the tumors most common for specific sites as well as a section devoted to radiotherapy didactic information, which includes appropriate dosages, fractionation schemes, local control rates, overall survival, and more. This handsome volume equips radiation oncologists with the most essential knowledge for their field.
It features: detailed imaging information on the presentation of cancers, with an emphasis on cross-sectional imaging; treatment planning guidelines (with isodose information for representative cases); clinical overviews for treating oncologists; and, up-to-date 7th edition AJCC staging tables. It also features the classic benefits of all Amirsys[registered] titles, including time-saving bulleted text, Key Facts in each chapter, stunning annotated images, and an extensive index. Amirsys eBook Advantage[trademark] is an online version of the print book with hundreds of additional images, larger images, and fully searchable text.
Atlas of Brain and Spine Oncology Imaging
Sasan Karimi
editore: Springer Verlag New York Inc.
pagine: 247
Atlas of Brain and Spine Oncology Imaging presents a comprehensive visual review of pathologic disease variations of cancers of the brain and spine through extensive radiologic images. The focus of the book is on algorithmic strategies for identifying neoplastic pathologies commonly found in brain and spinal tumors through a visual representation of the variety of appearances that each neoplasm takes, within both benign and malignant manifestations. With contributions from radiologists on staff at a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, who draw from an extensive collection of diagnostic images across all imaging modalities, this book will be valuable to practicing radiologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons and other practitioners involved in the diagnosis and treatment of brain and spinal neoplasms in all patient populations.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Bone Marrow
Andrea Baur-Melnyk
editore: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
pagine: 386
On account of its unrivalled imaging capabilities and sensitivity, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is considered the modality of choice for the investigation of physiologic and pathologic processes affecting the bone marrow. This book describes the MRI appearances of both the normal bone marrow, including variants, and the full range of bone marrow disorders. Detailed discussion is devoted to malignancies, including multiple myeloma, lymphoma, chronic myeloproliferative disorders, leukemia, and bone metastases. Among the other conditions covered are benign and malignant compression fractures, osteonecrosis, hemolytic anemia, Gaucher's disease, bone marrow edema syndrome, trauma, and infective and non-infective inflammatory disease. Further chapters address the role of MRI in assessing treatment response, the use of contrast media, and advanced MRI techniques. Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Bone Marrow represents an ideal reference for both novice and experienced practitioners.
Specialty Imaging: Head & Neck Cancer
State of the Art Diagnosis, Staging, and Surveillance
Christine M. Glastonbury
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H. Ric Harnsberger
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editore: Amirsys, Inc
pagine: 500
"Specialty Imaging: Head & Neck Cancer" is the only imaging book devoted solely to head and neck cancers, with discussions of various imaging modalities (CT, MR, US, PET, DWI, MR and CT perfusion) and their role in H&N cancer. Published by Amirsys, a global leader in medical knowledge, this image-intensive book integrates anatomy, imaging, pathology, and the latest AJCC staging information. The largest section dedicated to squamous cell carcinoma contains chapters covering each subsite of the pharynx and larynx with multiple imaging examples given of each subsite, and many with clinical images. Utilizing the classic Amirsys bulleted text format, essential information is condensed for fast and easy comprehension and the key facts section provides quick reference to the most critical considerations. In this must-have guide, expert radiologists help the reader identify crucial elements of each diagnosis along with hundreds of potential differential diagnoses. This handsome volume equips head & neck radiologists with the most essential knowledge for diagnosing head & neck cancers.
Cancer Immunotherapy
Tyler J. Curiel
editore: Springer Verlag New York Inc.
pagine: 496
This work will provide a historical perspective on tumor immunotherapy, discuss fundamental mechanisms of failed tumor rejection, look at passive strategies to boost anti-tumor immunity, as well as have an in-depth look at active strategies to boost anti-tumor immunity.
Guida all'assistenza dei bambini e degli adolescenti malati di tumore
a cura di FIEOP , AIEOP
editore: Raffaello Cortina Editore
pagine: 162
Due sono i principali obiettivi di questa pubblicazione: dimostrare che praticare il volontariato in ambito medico in generale
Textbook of Uncommon Cancer
Charles D. Blanke
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David H. Johnson
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editore: John Wiley & Sons Inc
pagine: 1016
The only self-contained guide for practicing oncologists who treat patients with rare or infrequently encountered malignancies, this up-to-date resource offers a balanced, authoritative approach to the management of uncommon cancers. Now in its fourth edition, the book is thoroughly revised, including new material as well as new focus on evidence-based research and clinical practice throughout. Clinicians will find guidelines for addressing management issues, gain insight into real-world clinical decision-making, and save umpteen hours of research through the use of this widely acclaimed, comprehensive guide.
Biopsy Interpretation of the Lung
Cesar A. Moran , Saul Suster
editore: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
pagine: 424
"Biopsy Interpretation of the Lung" aids pathologists in accurately evaluating disease processes. It includes detailed chapters on interstitial lung disease, lung cancer, and neuroendocrine tumors. Organized by traditional disease groups, "Biopsy Interpretation of the Lung" provides a solid approach to formulating surgical and medical decisions. This text is geared toward surgical pathologists, pathology residents, pathology fellows, pulmonologists, pulmonology fellows, and thoracic surgeons, and includes the latest information on the best use of immunohistochemical markers, special stains, and molecular assays to aid in more accurate and cost-efficient diagnoses.
