Synopsis
An understanding of the basic mechanisms and management of cancer has become essential knowledge for medical students and doctors. Cancer: A Comprehensive Clinical Guide explains the principles and practice of oncology in a clear and easy-to-read format, combining the latest in research and treatment with an informed description of the underlying biology.
The editors have adopted a multidisciplinary approach which successfully integrates the medical and nursing aspects of cancer care. An introductory section, discussing general principles and aspects of oncology, is followed by site-specific chapters describing the epidemiology, pathology, clinical signs, investigations, diagnosis, and treatment of each cancer type. Special chapters are devoted to cancer in children, HIV-associated malignancies, secondary cancers, and unknown primary cancers.
This informative book highlights current trends in the diagnosis and treatment of all cancers, including aspects of nursing and palliative care. T