NCCN Guidelines for Patients® Invasive Breast Cancer

NCCN Guidelines for Patients® Invasive Breast Cancer
Author: National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-04-18
Genre:
ISBN: 9781954190917

[OFFICIAL CURRENT VERSION] From the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) comes this essential guide to Invasive Breast Cancer. Based on clinical treatment guidelines used by doctors and oncology professionals around the world, these NCCN Guidelines for Patients help patients and caregivers talk with their doctors and make treatment decisions. Topics include: Breast cancer basics, Testing for breast cancer, Breast cancer staging, Treating breast cancer, Surgery first, Preop treatment first, The breast after surgery, Recurrence, Making treatment decisions, Words to know, NCCN Contributors, NCCN Cancer Centers, Index

Diseases of the Chest, Breast, Heart and Vessels 2019-2022

Diseases of the Chest, Breast, Heart and Vessels 2019-2022
Author: Juerg Hodler
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 237
Release: 2019-02-19
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3030111490

This open access book focuses on diagnostic and interventional imaging of the chest, breast, heart, and vessels. It consists of a remarkable collection of contributions authored by internationally respected experts, featuring the most recent diagnostic developments and technological advances with a highly didactical approach. The chapters are disease-oriented and cover all the relevant imaging modalities, including standard radiography, CT, nuclear medicine with PET, ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging, as well as imaging-guided interventions. As such, it presents a comprehensive review of current knowledge on imaging of the heart and chest, as well as thoracic interventions and a selection of "hot topics". The book is intended for radiologists, however, it is also of interest to clinicians in oncology, cardiology, and pulmonology.

Metastatic Madness

Metastatic Madness
Author: Carol A. Miele
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 94
Release: 2012-11-09
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 1479740470

BOOK SUMMARY Metastatic Madness is a collection of poems and the recollections of the author’s experience with a first time cancer diagnosis. The book describes the author’s five phases of coping with this diagnosis, from initial shock to adjusting to and becoming a strong advocate for herself and others. Soon after discovering a thickening in her left breast, the author learned she was at Stage 4 breast cancer. Despite previous negative screening and test results, she now has an incurable form of the disease. Following several months of chemotherapy and surgery, she went into remission of her illness. Since then, she has developed the strength and will to face an illness that has an average life span of three to five years. The author’s intent is to share her experience with others who may be struggling with a cancer diagnosis, and hopefully, give them strategies to improve the quality of their lives. AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY Carol A. Miele retired from nursing after a 45 year nursing career. Growing up in Old Forge, Pennsylvania, she graduated from Community Medical Center School of Nursing in 1965, received a BS Degree in Nursing Education at Wilkes College in 1977 and a Masters of Public Health at East Stroudsburg University in 2000. The author enjoyed many roles in nursing: Medical-Surgical, Psychiatric, Operating Room, Emergency Room, Recovery Room and Intensive Care Unit clinical nurse. Also. She was an Occupational Health Nurse, Nursing Instructor, Assistant Director of Nurses, and Quality/Risk Manager in the hospital, home care, hospice and residential environments. Diagnosed with Stage 4 Breast Cancer and metastasis to bone in October 2010, she went into remission in June 2011 following months of Chemotherapy. Enjoying her stable condition, she lives with her husband and dog Flora in Ocala, FL. They have two married daughters, Marisa Grier and Kristen Miele Beatty.

NCCN Guidelines for Patients® Bone Cancer

NCCN Guidelines for Patients® Bone Cancer
Author: National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2022-11-03
Genre:
ISBN: 9781954190771

[OFFICIAL CURRENT VERSION] From the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) comes this essential guide to Bone Cancer. Based on clinical treatment guidelines used by doctors and oncology professionals around the world, these NCCN Guidelines for Patients help patients and caregivers talk with their doctors and make treatment decisions. Topics include: Bone cancer basics,Testing for bone cancer, Cancer staging, Treatment overview, Chondrosarcoma, Chordoma, Ewing sarcoma, Giant cell tumor of bone, Osteosarcoma, Making treatment decisions, Words to know, NCCN Contributors, NCCN Cancer Centers, Index.

Central Nervous System Metastases

Central Nervous System Metastases
Author: Manmeet Ahluwalia
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 411
Release: 2019-11-05
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3030234177

This book provides a comprehensive overview of brain metastases, from the molecular biology aspects to therapeutic management and perspectives. Due to the increasing incidence of these tumors and the urgent need to effectively control brain metastatic diseases in these patients, new therapeutic strategies have emerged in recent years. The volume discusses all these innovative approaches combined with new surgical techniques (fluorescence, functional mapping, integrated navigation), novel radiation therapy techniques (stereotactic radiosurgery) and new systemic treatment approaches such as targeted- and immunotherapy. These combination strategies represent a new therapeutic model in brain metastatic patients in which each medical practitioner (neurosurgeon, neurologist, medical oncologist, radiation oncologist) plays a pivotal role in defining the optimal treatment in a multidisciplinary approach. Written by recognized experts in the field, this book is a valuable tool for neurosurgeons, neuro-oncologists, neuroradiologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, cognitive therapists, basic scientists and students working in the area of brain tumors.

Diagnosing and Treating Adult Cancers and Associated Impairments

Diagnosing and Treating Adult Cancers and Associated Impairments
Author: National Academies Of Sciences Engineeri
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages:
Release: 2021-11-10
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780309684002

Cancer is the second leading cause of death among adults in the United States after heart disease. However, improvements in cancer treatment and earlier detection are leading to growing numbers of cancer survivors. As the number of cancer survivors grows, there is increased interest in how cancer and its treatments may affect a person's ability to work, whether the person has maintained employment throughout the treatment or is returning to work at a previous, current, or new place of employment. Cancer-related impairments and resulting functional limitations may or may not lead to disability as defined by the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA), however, adults surviving cancer who are unable to work because of cancer-related impairments and functional limitations may apply for disability benefits from SSA. At the request of SSA, Diagnosing and Treating Adult Cancers and Associated Impairments provides background information on breast cancer, lung cancer, and selected other cancers to assist SSA in its review of the listing of impairments for disability assessments. This report addresses several specific topics, including determining the latest standards of care as well as new technologies for understanding disease processes, treatment modalities, and the effect of cancer on a person's health and functioning, in order to inform SSA's evaluation of disability claims for adults with cancer.

Comprehensive Cancer Care

Comprehensive Cancer Care
Author: James Gordon
Publisher: Da Capo Press, Incorporated
Total Pages: 344
Release: 2000-06-21
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN:

Explores various treatment options available to cancer patients, including Chinese medicine, toxins, and recent experimental therapies, and explains the important role diet and emotional health play in getting well.

Cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa

Cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
Author: Olufunso Adebola Adedeji
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018-06-12
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9783319849348

This book discusses the current state of cancer pathway as it is relevant to sub-Saharan Africa and highlights differences in epidemiology and the underlying problems with management. It outlines the current practice and opinions in all forms of cancer, also highlighting future prospects. Starting by providing background information on the epidemiology and genomic variations, the book then goes on to look at Infection-related cancers and continues to prostate GI, breast cancer and ovarian and cervical cancer. The last part of the book focuses on delivery of affordable and accessible care. Palliative services and primary and transnational research, as well as clinical trials are also discussed. Written by a team of authors based in the UK, Nigeria, South Africa and the US. this book offers an overview of the current state and challenges of cancer care in sub-Saharan Africa, and it would be valuable to policy makers, researchers, funding organisations, and can be an adjunct to standard text books for students, residents and established doctors.

NCCN Guidelines for Patients® Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Early and Locally Advanced

NCCN Guidelines for Patients® Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Early and Locally Advanced
Author: National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2022-08-04
Genre:
ISBN: 9781954190672

[OFFICIAL CURRENT VERSION] From the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) comes this essential guide to Efectos secundarios de la inmunoterapia Inhibidores del punto de control inmunitario. Based on clinical treatment guidelines used by doctors and oncology professionals around the world, these NCCN Guidelines for Patients help patients and caregivers talk with their doctors and make treatment decisions. Topics include:Efectos secundarios de la inmunoterapia: aspectos básicos, Piel, Fatiga, Intestino e hígado, Hormonas, Pulmones, Músculos y articulaciones, Efectos secundarios menos comunes, Recursos, Palabras que debe saber, Colaboradores de NCCN, Centros oncológicos de NCCN, Índice.

NCCN Guidelines for Patients®

NCCN Guidelines for Patients®
Author: National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®)
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2018-07-12
Genre:
ISBN: 9781945835452

[OFFICIAL CURRENT VERSION] From the medical leaders of 27 leading cancer centers united under the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®), comes this essential guide to Metastatic Breast Cancer. Adapted from clinical treatment guidelines used by physicians and oncology professionals around the world, these NCCN Guidelines for Patients® are packed with the latest information, treatment innovations, and resources. Each patient-friendly chapter prepares patients and caregivers to talk with their doctors and make treatment decisions. Let this authoritative handbook be your guide!Part 1: Breast cancer basics - Explains breast cancer and staging.Part 2: Treatment planning - Describes how doctors plan treatment.Part 3: Treatment guide - Presents treatment options based on the features of the cancer.Part 4: Making treatment decisions - Offers tips for choosing the best treatment.A complete glossary with dictionary and acronyms completes this book.