Oncologia

Clinical Oncology, the American Cancer Society's textbook of cancer, was conceived and produced as a source of information on the wide range of issues in cancer. It offers practical and immediate information and clinical approaches and serves as a bridge to more specialised and comprehensive textbooks and the literature. Although it is directed primarily to generalists in the health professions, it also will serve as a ready resource for those with special interest in oncology. Incorporated elements from our Textbook of Clinical Oncology, second edition and our Cancer manual, ninth edition which was developed by the American Cancer Society Massachusetts Division. The production of a CD-Rom version of this text, has given us the opportunity to enhance with colour art and graphics the presentation of some subjects, which was not possible using a print medium alone. This new text places an emphasis on directing the reader to reliable electronic databases, where the next step in inquiry can be taken. Increasing importance is placed on our new knowledge of genetics and other biological factors and their use as a guide to prognosis and selection of treatment.

The first clinical manual to bridge the disciplines of hematology and oncology 500 treatment regimens in a quick-scan presentation! Hematology-Oncology Therapy is a readily-accessible, up-to-date therapy guide for oncologic and non-neoplastic hematologic disorders. This comprehensive book presents 500 treatment regimens in a concise, uniform format and integrates critical treatment information from the oncology and hematology literature, practice guidelines, and the experience of experts. The new edition is thoroughly updated with new content, drug regimens, and authors. Features Completely updated to reflect new classes of cancer drugs, including targeted biologicals NEW 9 additional international contributors NEW chapters: Pregnancy and Chemotherapy; Hematologic Complications of Pregnancy; Hemochromatosis NEW "Expert Opinion" added to every Oncology chapter NEW Drug Index More comprehensive than any other manual on the market Thoroughly updated content:Section I: Oncology;Section II: Supportive Care, Drug Preparation, Complications, and Screening;Section III: Selected Hematologic Diseases.

Part of the "American Cancer Societys Atlas of Clinical Oncology" series, this volume offers an expert overview of all brain tumors. From molecular genetics of malignant glioma to radiosurgery, the work provides thorough examination of all brain cancers. Basic concepts of epidemiology genetics and neuropathology are also included. Both adult and pediatric tumors are covered. Medical surgical and radiation oncologists contribute their expertise to this comprehensive work.

The colon and rectum together constitute the most common site for cancer in men and second most common site for women. Part of the American Cancer Society's acclaimed Atlas of Clinical Oncology series, this books offers an expert overview of colon and rectal cancer.Topics covered include epidemiology, genetics, pathology and staging, endoscopy, diagnostic radiology, surgery of primary colon and rectal cancer, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, perspective of current and future treatment of colon and rectal cancer, management of metastatic disease, and anal cancer.

Part of the ACS Atlas of Clinical Oncology series, this book offers an overview of prostate cancer. Topics covered in the book include: epidemiology and pathology; genetics, stromal-epithelial interaction; "in vitro" and "in vivo" models; angiogenesis; anatomy; tumour markers; detection; imaging; staging; surgical treatment; radiotherapy; brachytherapy; focal therapy; treatment outcomes; androgen deprivation therapy; chemotherapy; novel systemic therapy; chemoprevention; alternative therapy; sexual dysfunction; bowel and bladder disorders after treatment; and palliative therapy, amongst others.

Welcome to the new edition of this highly acclaimed resource on cancer treatment. This state-of-the-art text delivers in-depth coverage of the etiology, epidemiology, biology, and treatment of specific cancers. It gives you access to all the information that you will need in your clinical practise. Part I includes principles of prevention and screening, a review of treatment modalities (chemotherapeutic agents, biologic agents, and growth factors), principles of supportive care, and an introduction to experimental therapies. Part II discusses the full range of individual neoplastic diseases, natural historystaging, and prognosis treatment. A focus on patient management and treatment makes "Cancer Treatment 5e" an ideal reference for clinical practice.

Ovarian cancer is the leading cause of death in gynaecological cancer. Through a series of case histories, this text examines the various types of tumour and their changing clinical presentation through the disease process; management is discussed, and optimum treatment procedures are outlined. Ovarian cancer is the fourth most common cause of cancer-related death in women, and like many other malignancies, its manifestations are diverse, often requiring complex management decisions to be made. This text examines a range of clinical presentations of ovarian cancer through the use of clinical cases, and each chapter explores one key aspect of the management of this disease integrating recently published data to provide a complete review of the optimum treatment approach. Using clinical cases from their own practice, an international team of experts has contributed to this text, which will provide a useful overview of ovarian cancer for oncologists, gynaecologists and other healthcare professionals involved with this disease.

"Management of Urologic Malignancies" is a highly accessible and practical reference guide to all urologic cancers. With a strong emphasis on best practice management choices, the book is ideal for the general urologist seeking to treat cancer patients with optimum effect. Each of the urologic cancers is discussed in depth. Each section of the book covers incidence, etiology, diagnosis, imaging, staging and pathology, and finally multimodality management. Each management section is accompanied by an algorithm that summarises the expert's management plan, the content of which is then expanded in text form for those seeking more detail. This title provides a comprehensive, up-to-date guide in a very accessible, user-friendly format. It will be of essential use to all those involved in the diagnosis and management of urologic cancers, particularly the trainee and practising urologist.

Part of the American Cancer Society's acclaimed Atlas of Clinical Oncology series, this volume offers an expert overview of breast cancer. Topics range from epidemiology and genetics to diagnosis, management and reconstruction. Post-treatment care, as well as male breast cancer, is also discussed.

Anche se gli ultimi anni hanno visto uno sviluppo tumultuoso della ricerca oncologica, i tumori restano la causa di morte del 30% degli italiani. Gli avanzamenti terapeutici facilitano la guarigione e prolungano la vita, ma proprio per questo rendono piu evidenti gli effetti indesiderati delle terapie e complicazioni delle neoplasie prima meno frequenti; in molti casi il danno da trattamento, piuttosto che quello dovuto alla neoplasia primitiva, diventa il principale azzardo per la qualita della vita e la sopravvivenza dei pazienti. Questo volume, insieme necessario e nuovo nel panorama della letteratura medica italiana, ne prende atto e presenta una revisione aggiornata e completa delle patologie del sistema nervoso centrale e periferico associate ai tumori e al loro trattamento. Scopo del volume e di presentare un approccio integrato tra specialisti che deve vedere il neurologo e l oncologo in dialogo, e in grado di sviluppare una nuova capacita clinica super-specialistica la neuro-oncologia . Molti sono gli esperti che hanno contribuito alla sua preparazione mettendo in comune conoscenze su temi che variano dalle complicazioni metastatiche, a quelle della terapia chirurgica dei tumori, della radio- e chemio-terapia, alle sindromi paraneoplastiche, alla terapia del dolore, al delirium e alle alterazioni affettive associate alla malattia. Il libro si rivolge in particolare a neurologi, oncologi, palliativisti e chirurghi, ma e certamente utile ai medici di medicina generale e a tutti gli operatori che sono quotidianamente coinvolti nell impegnativa opera di prendersi cura dei pazienti oncologici."