Author Description
This Easy-to-read, Practical Guide Distils And Compiles All The Disparate Literature On Cancer Into One Succinct Volume. With Most Of The Topics Fitting Onto A Double-page Spread It Allows For Quick Reference Whilst On The Ward. The Text Also Includes The Essential, Evidence-based Clinical Guidelines Needed For The Safe And Effective Management Of Patients With Cancer. All Aspects Of Cancer And Its Management Are Covered, Including Prevention, Screening, Diagnosis And Treatment. This Practical Guide Also Offers Information About Coping With The Physical And Social Issues That May Arise With A Diagnosis Of Cancer, Such As Insurance, Travel And Survivorship. A Unique Chapter Of Management Flow Charts Assists Fast, Appropriate Decision-making. Multidisciplinary Management And Palliative Care Are Also Covered In Detail.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This volume addresses the challenge of synthesizing vast, disparate oncological literature into a singular, accessible clinical resource for practitioners. The authors, a team of experienced oncologists, utilize current evidence-based guidelines to provide a structured framework for the diagnosis, treatment, and multidisciplinary management of cancer patients.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive coverage of cancer prevention, screening, and diagnostic protocols.
- Evidence-based clinical guidelines for patient management.
- Specialized management flow charts for rapid decision-making.
- Guidance on psychosocial aspects including survivorship, insurance, and travel.
Scope Limits
- The text is designed for quick reference and does not provide exhaustive academic deep-dives into molecular biology or experimental research.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Medical professionals frequently cite this text as a highly practical tool for ward-based environments due to its concise, double-page spread format. Experts recognize it as a reliable, high-utility resource for clinicians requiring immediate access to standard management protocols.
Page Count:
736
Publication Date:
2011-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191622052
ISBN-13:
9780191622052
Cancer Research
Oncology
Reference
Medical