Symptom Management in Advanced Cancer

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This text for doctors and nurses attempts to provide a framework of knowledge which will enable the clinician to develop a scientific approach to the management of symptoms of advanced cancer. After a chapter on general principles of care, the material covers psychological, neurological, biochemical, respiratory, alimentary, urinary, and haematological symptoms. Other topics include pain relief, therapeutic emergencies, drug profiles, and skin care. The publisher can be reached at: 18 Marcham Rd., Abingdon, Oxon, OX14, 1AA, UK. medical@radpress,win-uk.net. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.