1. Edition - March 2009
32.90 Euro
2009. 64 Pages, Softcover
- Practical Approach Book -
ISBN-10: 1-4051-4652-4
ISBN-13: 978-1-4051-4652-4 - John Wiley & Sons






Sample Chapter

Short description
Lung Cancer is the most common cause of cancer death and cancer symptoms. The ABC of Lung Cancer is a much needed reference for those treating and caring for patients with lung cancer such as primary care doctors, specialist cancer nurses, junior doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, radiographers and other health care professionals.

This new title in the ABC series covers the epidemiology and diagnosis of lung cancer, focusing particularly on primary care issues such as what symptoms require urgent investigation, and when to refer to a specialist. This is a practical guide for all those involved in the care of the lung cancer patient, as well as patients and their families and carers.

From the contents
Contributors.

1. Epidemiology, risk factors and prevention.

2. Symptoms and assessment.

3. Service organisation and guidelines for referral.

4. Diagnosis and Staging.

5. Small Cell Lung Cancer.

6. Malignant pleural Mesothelioma.

7. Surgery for non-small cell lung cancer.

8. Radiotherapy for non-small cell lung cancer.

9. Combination Therapies for NSCL Cancer.

10. Screening for lung cancer.

11. Supportive and Palliative Care.

Index.