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The Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Cancer (update).
Author: Lung Cancer
Author: Karen L. ReckampPublisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319403893
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
This book describes the molecular mechanisms of lung cancer development and progression that determine therapeutic interventions in the era of genomics, when the rapid evolution in lung cancer diagnosis and treatment necessitates critical review of new results to integrate advances into practice. The text opens with background and emerging information regarding the molecular biology of lung cancer pathogenesis. Updated results regarding lung cancer prevention and screening are discussed, followed by chapters on diagnostic techniques and pathological evaluation. This leads on to a detailed presentation of treatment modalities, from surgery and radiation therapy to standard chemotherapy and targeted agents. The coverage includes resistance to therapy and the emergence of immunotherapy for lung cancer; in addition, the current evidence in respect of small cell lung cancer is summarized. The book presents insights from experts across disciplines to emphasize the importance of collaborative care. Advances in our understanding of issues in geriatric oncology and palliative care complete the comprehensive discussion of lung cancer.
Lung Cancer
Author: Walter J. ScottPublisher: Addicus Books
ISBN: 1936374382
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 95
Book Description
What is my prognosis? What are my treatment options? Which therapies would be the most effective for my stage of lung cancer? These and other frequently asked questions are addressed in this crucial reference designed to help patients educate themselves and obtain the best possible treatments. The completely revised second edition has been updated to include a discussion of the movement towards customized chemotherapy; treatment options for early-stage lung cancer including minimally invasive surgery; and the most promising treatments, among them multimodality therapy—a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. Dr. Scott also surveys tests for early detection of lung cancer, talks about the importance of cancer staging, examines alternative treatments, and offers advice on coping with emotions such as "smoker's guilt."
Costing Report
Author: National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (Great Britain)Publisher:
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Category : Lungs
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Endobronchial Ultrasonography
Author: Noriaki KurimotoPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1444347845
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
Endobronchial ultrasonography (EBUS) is an exciting new diagnostic tool that has added significantly to the diagnosis and staging of lung cancer and other thoracic diseases. This book is co-authored by one of the technology's pioneers and will help the reader to use EBUS to diagnose and stage lung cancer and a variety of different tumours of the chest region. Endobronchial Ultrasonography covers all of the standard techniques and the new developments involved in EBUS as it combines two common procedures, bronchoscopy and real-time ultrasonography. This allows physicians to obtain precise biopsies of lymph nodes and masses within the chest cavity. Over 250 high quality colour digital images are featured throughout the book to illustrate the different applications of EBUS, complemented by specific case studies. This book is accompanied by a companion website featuring over 30 video clips cited in the text.
Lung Cancer
Author: Christina R. MacRostyPublisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3031384121
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
This book provides a comprehensive yet succinct update for the clinician in the diagnosis, staging, and treatment of lung cancer. Lung cancer is a leading cause of death in the US and worldwide and its prevention, screening, and treatment is a large part of clinical practice across specialties. Frequent updates in recommendations and guidelines in screening, diagnosis, staging, treatment, and management are vital, and it can be difficult for the busy clinician to stay up to date. This book provides a comprehensive update for the chest clinician across the continuum of lung cancer care. Each of the thirteen chapters covers a specific component of lung cancer care and is written by experts in the field who are practicing clinicians. The objectives are to provide an organized and easily-referenced resource for the chest clinician; to provide comprehensive evidence-based information on the following topics: lung cancer screening and prevention, approach to lung nodules, diagnosis and staging of lung cancer, treatment of lung cancer, pleural disease in lung cancer, and treatment complications; and to provide source information for clinicians so they can stay up-to-date on any new guidelines or recommendations related to lung cancer screening, tobacco treatment, staging, and diagnosis. This book is written specifically for the busy clinician that focuses on clinically relevant and evidence-based principles around lung cancer while providing references for ease of finding source information to enable clinicians to stay updated as guidelines change. This is an ideal guide for practicing pulmonary clinicians, practicing general practice clinicians, trainees in chest and general medicine, as well as some advanced practice providers who need a refresher.
Molecular Pathology of Lung Cancer
Author: Philip T. CaglePublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1461431972
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
As with other books in the Molecular Pathology Library Series, Molecular Pathology of Lung Cancer bridges the gap between the molecular specialist and the clinical practitioner, including the surgical pathologist who now has a key role in decisions regarding molecular targeted therapy for lung cancer. Molecular Pathology of Lung Cancer provides the latest information and current insights into the molecular basis for lung cancer, including precursor and preinvasive lesions, molecular diagnosis, molecular targeted therapy, molecular prognosis, molecular radiology and related fields for lung cancer generally and for the specific cell types. As many fundamental concepts about lung cancer have undergone revision in only the past few years, this book will likely be the first to comprehensively cover the new molecular pathology of lung cancer. It provides a foundation in this field for pathologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, thoracic surgeons, thoracic radiologists and their trainees, physician assistants, and nursing staff.
Lung Cancer
Author: Jack A. RothPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118468775
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 1077
Book Description
The best and most concise single source for state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer –newly revised, updated, and expanded. Lung cancer has long been the number-one cause of death from cancer every year and the third most frequently diagnosed after breast and prostate cancers. In 2010, about 15% of all cancer diagnoses and 30% of all cancer deaths were due to lung cancer. Needless to say, there is a great need for more rapid advancements in diagnosis and treatment of this devastating disease. Here is the comprehensively revised, updated, and expanded edition of the well-established, evidence-based reference book that deals with the most recent advances in lung cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, research, and treatment for the clinician. Edited and authored by leading authorities in the field, this Fourth Edition of the highly regarded Lung Cancer is better than ever –featuring nine new chapters along with seven re-formatted ones that are nearly brand new in content and approach. It covers Smoking Prevention and Cessation; Molecular Profiling; Somatic Genome Alterations in Human Lung Cancers; Management of Multi-Focal Bronchioloalveolar Carcinoma (BAC); Primary Tracheal Tumors; Predictive Tumor Biomarkers for EGFR Inhibitors; Non-Small Cell and Small-Cell Lung Carcinoma; and more. This Fourth Edition of Lung Cancer: Provides the very latest research in the identification of biomarkers to predict a high risk for developing lung cancer – vital for implementing screening, diagnosis, and prevention strategies Presents the newest lung cancer staging system, as well as updated and cutting-edge surgical and radiation therapy techniques that make local tumor control more effective and less invasive while sparing normal tissues Discusses combined modality therapy and new chemotherapeutic agents which are yielding higher response rates and improved survival when used in the adjuvant setting or concurrent with highly sophisticated radiation or proton treatment Offers novel and emergent approaches to preventative, diagnostic, and therapeutic modalities with an emphasis on the best evidence available from the latest studies and clinical trials With almost half of the revised and updated content being brand new, Lung Cancer, Fourth Edition, is an important and vital resource for all medical professionals and students involved in the care and treatment of those struck with this catastrophic illness.
Lung Cancer
Author: Alba Fabiola Costa TorresPublisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 1789843499
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 206
Book Description
Among the deadliest type of cancers, lung cancer faces several challenges in diagnosis and treatment: late diagnosis and misdiagnosis, inadequate tumor sampling, and resistance development to current therapies, among others. Together with advances in the understanding of molecular features, factors, and mechanisms involved in initiation and tumor progression, important improvements have occurred in diagnostics and therapeutics in the shape of advances in molecular genotyping, procedures for sampling, new potential, and less invasive sources of samples for the diagnosis and development of new targeted therapies. The aim of this book is to provide an exciting read on strategies in the diagnosis and therapy of lung cancer.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Cancer
Author: Frank C. DetterbeckPublisher: Saunders
ISBN:
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
Access comprehensive, multidisciplinary guidance on the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer! This new resource addresses the full range of clinical issues in diagnosis, staging, and treatment, as well as the latest scientific data and evidence-based guidelines. A user-friendlyorganization provides quick reference to data summaries, as well as more comprehensive and detailed information for readers who wish to explore topics in depth. Features contributions by authors from many different disciplines, to ensure a balanced approach. Addresses the clinical issues seen in practice, with the inclusion of basic science research topics that are likely to be put into clinical practice soon. Integrates evidence-based medicine throughout. Assesses the strength of all available dataenabling readers to weigh different arguments and make decisions based on medical issues, values, and the availability and efficacy of interventionsusing a data rating system. Addresses difficult, but clinically relevant issues for which limited data is available. Enables readers to quickly reference findings and data in data summary statements and summary tables.
