Clinical oncology basic principles and practice

This popular textbook provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to the principles and practice of clinical oncology. Ideal for medical undergraduates, clinicians and other health professionals who want to increase their understanding of the challenges og managing patients with cancer, the book...

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Main Authors: Hoskin, Peter J. (Author), Ostler, Peter (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Boca Raton, FL CRC Press [2020]
Edition:Fifth edition
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Table of Contents:
  • 1. Pathogenesis of cancer 2. Principles of cancer diagnosis and staging 3. Decision-making and communication 4. Principles of surgical oncology 5. Principles of radiotherapy 6. Principles of systemic treatment 7. Lung cancer and mesothelioma 8. Breast cancer 9. Gastrointestinal cancer 10. Urological cancer 11. Gynaecological cancer 12. CNS tumours 13. Head and neck cancer 14. Endocrine tumours 15. Sarcomas 16. Lymphoma 17. Haematological malignancy 18. Paediatric cancer 19. Skin cancer 20. Carcinoma of unknown primary 21. Oncological emergencies 22. Palliative care Appendix 1: Worldwide cancer burden - males and females Appendix 2: Worldwide cancer burden - males Appendix 3: Worldwide cancer burden - females Appendix 4: Answers to self-assessment questions