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The Biological Basis of Cancer
 
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ISBN13:9781032484488
ISBN10:1032484489
Binding:Hardback
No. of pages:390 pages
Size:246x174 mm
Language:English
Illustrations: 219 Illustrations, black & white; 219 Line drawings, black & white; 33 Tables, black & white
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The Biological Basis of Cancer

 
Edition number: 2
Publisher: Routledge
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Short description:

Introducing the biology of neoplastic disorders, this accessible book looks at how cancer damages the body, and how the treatments work. The new edition is updated with the most recent research evidence.

Long description:
Introducing the biology of neoplastic disorders, this accessible book looks at how cancer damages the body, and how the treatments work. Updated with the most recent research evidence, this unique text explains the basic biology of neoplastic disease; discusses the biology of the wide range of common cancers, now including neurological disorders; identifies and explains the biological causes of cancer, with a focus on genetics, hormones, and environmental factors; explains drug action in chemotherapy and analgesia; discusses the role of nutrition in neoplastic disorders and their treatment. Presenting the essential knowledge for working with cancer patients and their families, this textbook is an important read for those working in cancer care or undertaking study in this area.
Table of Contents:

1. Cell Biology and Cancer


 


2. The Causes of Cancer 1: Genes and Epigenetics


 


3. The Causes of Cancer 2: Chemical and Radiation


 


4. The Causes of Cancer 3: Viruses and Hormones


 


5. Immunology and Immunotherapy


 


6. Metastases


 


7. Blood and Lymphatic Cancers


 


8. Cancers of the Digestive System


 


9. Cancer of the Respiratory System


 


10. Cancer of the Renal System


 


11. Cancers of the Female Reproductive System


 


12. Cancers of the Male Reproductive System


 


13. Skin Cancers


 


14. Cancer of the Skeletal and Nervous Systems


 


15. Pain and Analgesia


 


16. Treatment of Cancer 1: Pharmacology and Chemotherapy


 


17. The Treatment of Cancer 2: Other Therapies and Screening


 


18. Nutrition and the Cancer Patient