Cancer Facts & Figures
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Published: 2009
Total Pages: 78
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NCI Fact Book
Author: National Cancer Institute (U.S.)
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Published: 1979
Total Pages: 82
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Author: James F. Bishop
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 1999-01-28
Total Pages: 432
ISBN-13: 1135295352
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis work provides cancer incidence, mortality, risks, trends and management information distilled into a concise text. It aims to bridge the gap between the information in general medical and surgical texts and the large oncology reference volumes used by practicing oncologists. Topics covered include epidemiology, basic medical science, major tre
Fast Facts: Prostate Cancer
Author: Roger S. Kirby
Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Published: 2017-03-08
Total Pages: 138
ISBN-13: 1910797375
DOWNLOAD EBOOKProstate cancer is unusual among solid tumors in that the majority of affected men die with, rather than of, the disease. This presents many challenges to healthcare professionals and patients in terms of deciding if, when and how to intervene in order to control tumor growth and spread, thereby extending survival but without compromising quality of life. This is the ninth edition of 'Fast Facts: Prostate Cancer' since 1996, testament to the rapid changes in the field and the steadily improving outlook for patients. This new edition provides many key updates: • the Gleason grade grouping, which has valuable prognostic value • nomograms to evaluate risk • our rapidly expanding understanding of the genetics and underlying pathogenesis of prostate cancer and the development of genomic tests to help identify those at greatest risk of developing clinically significant disease • the continuing debate about the role of PSA in the screening, detection and monitoring of prostate cancer • advances in imaging techniques, particularly multiparametric MRI, which is improving the accuracy of biopsy and reducing the numbers of negative biopsies • the roles of drugs, surgery and radiotherapy in the treatment of prostate cancer at different stages, and our ever-improving understanding of when and how best to intervene, aided by improving understanding of the risk factors for disease progression. Primarily intended for primary care providers, specialist nurses, junior doctors and allied healthcare professionals, this highly readable resource provides a comprehensive overview of prostate cancer, enabling fully informed discussions with patients about this complex disease. Contents: • Epidemiology and pathophysiology • Diet, lifestyle and chemoprevention • Screening and early detection • Diagnosis, staging and prognostic indicators • Management of clinically localized disease • Managing recurrence after initial therapy • Management of metastatic prostate cancer • Management of castrate-resistant prostate cancer • Survivorship and treatment complications
Fast Facts: Bladder Cancer
Author: Seth P. Lerner
Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Published: 2018-02-05
Total Pages: 98
ISBN-13: 1910797642
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOur understanding of the biology of bladder cancer has advanced remarkably since the second edition of 'Fast Facts: Bladder Cancer' was published in 2006. Five new immunotherapies targeting the PD-1 axis were approved in 2016 and 2017 for the treatment of advanced bladder cancer, reflecting this transformative explosion in knowledge about the biology of the disease. This new era of targeted treatment offers hope to patients, particularly those with advanced disease. However, for clinicians it means a lot to understand in terms of how these immunotherapies are integrated into the treatment paradigm. Who they are suitable for? When are they best used? What is the optimal sequence of treatments for individual patients? This third edition of 'Fast Facts: Bladder Cancer' has been updated extensively throughout by two new authors, bringing a fresh perspective. Key updates include: • the latest understanding of pathology and biology • current standards for investigation, imaging and diagnosis • the critical role that awareness of the significance of hematuria among patients and primary care health professionals can make to earlier detection at curable stages of the disease • the roles of drugs, surgery and radiation therapy in treatment at different stages of bladder cancer, and when and how best to intervene, aided by understanding of the risk factors for disease relapse and progression • a new chapter about immunotherapy for bladder cancer • future trends in a rapidly evolving field. 'Fast Facts: Bladder Cancer' is a concise guide that will be of value to clinicians and health professionals involved in the detection and treatment of bladder cancer. This highly readable resource provides a comprehensive and current view of this complex disease, enabling informed discussions with patients. Contents: • Epidemiology and etiology • Pathology and biology • Clinical presentation • Investigations • Management of non-muscle-invasive disease • Management of muscle-invasive disease • Management of advanced and metastatic disease • Immunotherapy • Future trends • Useful resources
Cancer Facts for People Over 50
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Published: 1983
Total Pages: 8
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Author: James Bishop
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 1999-01-28
Total Pages: 434
ISBN-13: 1135295344
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis work provides cancer incidence, mortality, risks, trends and management information distilled into a concise text. It aims to bridge the gap between the information in general medical and surgical texts and the large oncology reference volumes used by practicing oncologists. Topics covered include epidemiology, basic medical science, major tre
The Key Facts on Coping With Cancer & Cancer Resources
Author: Patrick W. Nee
Publisher: Patrick Nee
Published: 2013-05-28
Total Pages: 58
ISBN-13: 1489587837
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Key Facts on Cancer series provides patients and caregivers with essential information on cancer. In this comprehensive guide, readers will learn about different types of cancer, cancer treatments, the risk factors and causes of cancer, facts on cancer prevention, methods of coping with cancer, and ways to support those with cancer. Assembled in an easy-to-read, question and answer format, readers can gain answers to questions most pertinent to their queries. In addition, this guide provides caregivers and patients with important resources and contacts that may aid them in the cancer process. The Key Facts on Coping With Cancer & Cancer Resources provides individuals with an in-depth, comprehensive guide to the many coping methods and resources for cancer patients and caregivers. Featuring topics from coping mechanisms to how-to guides on dealing with aging family members to strategies to cope with psychological stress, this guide is priceless when facing the ominous disease of cancer.
Cancer Facts and Figures
Author: American Cancer Society
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Published: 1981
Total Pages: 32
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKContains basic data on about cancer including trends in diagnosis and treatment, incidence, survival, and death rates, data on selected cancers, and cancer incidence by age and gender. Also contains data on cancer in the environment and cancer and minorities. Includes information on U.S. cancer centers and the American Cancer Society.
Cancer Control Opportunities in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Author: Institute of Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Published: 2007-01-26
Total Pages: 340
ISBN-13: 030913398X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCancer is low or absent on the health agendas of low- and middle-income countries (LMCs) despite the fact that more people die from cancer in these countries than from AIDS and malaria combined. International health organizations, bilateral aid agencies, and major foundations—which are instrumental in setting health priorities—also have largely ignored cancer in these countries. This book identifies feasible, affordable steps for LMCs and their international partners to begin to reduce the cancer burden for current and future generations. Stemming the growth of cigarette smoking tops the list to prevent cancer and all the other major chronic diseases. Other priorities include infant vaccination against the hepatitis B virus to prevent liver cancers and vaccination to prevent cervical cancer. Developing and increasing capacity for cancer screening and treatment of highly curable cancers (including most childhood malignancies) can be accomplished using "resource-level appropriateness" as a guide. And there are ways to make inexpensive oral morphine available to ease the pain of the many who will still die from cancer.
