The ABCs of Lung Cancer

The ABCs of Lung Cancer
Author: Dusty Joy Donaldson
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-10-19
Genre: Hope
ISBN: 9781514102855

Learn valuable lessons from a longtime lung cancer survivor's own journey The ABCs of Lung Cancer is a practical, easy-to-read guide for lung cancer patients and the people who care for and about them. Written by an 11-year lung cancer survivor and her daughter, the authors provide useful tips for dealing with and preventing lung cancer, some anecdotes about their own experiences, and, most of all, hope. Structured logically from A-Z, The ABCs of Lung Cancer gives frank advice that is easy to digest, despite the serious topic. Each segment offers insight garnered from the authors' more than ten years' experience advocating for and supporting people impacted by this disease. Every chapter offers practical suggestions, helpful tips, and inspirational quotes. The authors cover some challenging-but necessary-topics. Learn what the authors share about the following subjects, as well as a breadth of related issues: -Second Opinions -Radon -Palliative Care -Veterans -Clinical Trials -Pets The ABCs of Lung Cancer will provide much needed education, encouragement, and empowerment for the hundreds of thousands of people each year impacted by lung cancer. Bonus: Color the creative illustrations included in each section to help relieve stress. Foreword by Lynne Eldridge, M.D., medical journalist, author, speaker, and lung cancer advocate. Lynne is the author of the National Award Winning Book, "Avoiding Cancer One Day at a Time." She is completing another book for cancer survivors titled "Keeping Cancer at Bay." In addition to speaking internationally on cancer prevention, prevention of cancer recurrence, and freelance health writing, she is a medical journalist for the New York Times Company and manages the Lung Cancer site for About.com.

ABC of Lung Cancer

ABC of Lung Cancer
Author: Ian Hunt
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2009-04-08
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1444312413

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.

Abcs Of Cancer, The: Separating The Facts From The Myths

Abcs Of Cancer, The: Separating The Facts From The Myths
Author: Meshach Asare-werehene
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2020-06-16
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9811212279

This exciting reader-friendly book addresses the general perspectives of cancer in diverse ways — everyday lifestyle, nutrition, environmental factors as well as genetics. The author, an expert in Immuno-Oncology, makes conscious efforts to break down the complexities of cancer development through the use of scientific evidences and everyday activities. There are so many myths about cancer out there. This book employs scientific basis to separate the facts from the myths while making it comprehensible to all readers irrespective of their scientific background. Readers are also introduced to the modern trends in cancer therapeutics.

Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer
Author: Walter J. Scott
Publisher: Addicus Books
Total Pages: 95
Release: 2012-01-02
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1936374382

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."

The ABC’s of ABG’sTM

The ABC’s of ABG’sTM
Author: Robert F. Moran
Publisher: Momentum Press
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2018-07-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 194708349X

When a patient is brought into a trauma center in extremis, or becomes that way during a hospital stay, the intervention mantra is airway, breathing and circulation—the ABC’s. We provide the nonspecialist physician, and those in the participating and supporting professions, a quick overview of the meaning of the testing terms in this environment. Many tests, added singly or in small groups over time as clinical and measurement technology evolved, but whose rationale may have become less clear, are defined and explained. Our format is simple—a brief overview of the physiologic environment and then the encyclopedic dictionary of the terminology. We include common terms as well as some of the confusing uses of terms besides lesser known facts influencing their clinical use on the basis of the analytical, medical, and managerial experience of the authors. Keep it in your lab coat pocket—you’ll find it useful in understanding and teaching!

Principles and Practice of Lung Cancer

Principles and Practice of Lung Cancer
Author: Harvey I. Pass
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Total Pages: 1056
Release: 2012-02-13
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1451152965

Thoroughly revised and updated, this Fourth Edition is the most comprehensive, current reference on lung cancer, with contributions from the world's foremost surgeons, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, pulmonologists, and basic scientists. Coverage includes complete information on combined modality treatments for small cell and non-small cell lung cancer and on complications of treatment and management of metastases. Emphasis is also given to early detection, screening, prevention, and new imaging techniques. This edition has expanded thoracic oncology chapters including thymus, mesothelioma, and mediastinal tumors, more detailed discussion of targeted agents, and state-of-the-art information on newer techniques in radiotherapy. Other highlights include more international contributors and greater discussion of changes in lung cancer management in each region of the world. A new editor, Giorgio Scagliotti, MD from the University of Turin, has coordinated the accounts of European activities. A companion website includes the full text online and an image bank.

The ABC's of Chakra Therapy

The ABC's of Chakra Therapy
Author: Deedre Diemer
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publishe
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2000
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 9788120817449

The workbook approach of this text should prove useful as an introduction for readers who have some knowledge but need guidance in the area of chakra therapy. This book focuses not just on one method of energy clearing, but incorporates a variety of therapies to choose from. Learn to combine powerful healing techniques to enable healing on all levels - physical, mental and spiritual.

Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer
Author: Kemp H. Kernstine
Publisher: Demos Medical Publishing
Total Pages: 724
Release: 2011
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1936287064

Over the course of the last decade, the treatment of lung cancer has evolved quite rapidly. New scientific and clinical advances have modified the standard of care and led to improved patient outcomes. At the same time, the treatment of lung cancer has become increasingly complex, requiring the comprehensive review and assessment of multiple issues, genetics, radiology, surgery, reconstruction, chemotherapy, and more. As a result the harmony and open communication between these specialties facilitated by a multidisciplinary team approach are crucial in providing the best care to patients and ensuring successful treatment. Written by a multidisciplinary team of authors representing a range of disciplines, is a valuable resource for physicians, fellows, nurses, physician assistants, physical therapists, and all health care providers involved in the treatment of lung cancer

ABC of Sepsis

ABC of Sepsis
Author: Ron Daniels
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 104
Release: 2009-11-11
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781444316650

The importance of early prevention and treatment of sepsis hasnever been greater. In the UK alone sepsis contributes to moredeaths than lung cancer, from bowel cancer and breast cancercombined, and approximately one third of patients who suffer fromsevere sepsis die. The ABC of Sepsis provides a much neededintroduction and an invaluable aid in the increasing efforts toreduce hospital infection and improve patient safety. As growing numbers of junior medical staff experience emergencymedicine, critical care and acute medicine as part of theFoundation Programme, there is an increasing need to develop theskills required to treat severe sepsis. The editors are involvedwith the Survive Sepsis campaign - developed to improve therecognition, diagnosis and treatment of sepsis - and are perfectlyplaced to guide junior medics, GPs, specialist nurses, criticalcare nurses and primary care staff through this core aspect ofacute medicine.

ABC of COPD

ABC of COPD
Author: Graeme P. Currie
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2017-08-14
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1119212855

The third edition of the ABC of COPD provides the entire multidisciplinary team across both primary and secondary care with an up-to-date, easy to read and accessible account of this common lung disorder. Thoroughly updated by experienced clinicians dealing with patients with COPD on a regular basis, it discusses the entire breadth of the condition from epidemiology, causes, diagnosis, treatment and end of life care. This practical and highly visual guide contains new and extensively updated chapters on diagnosis, smoking cessation and interventional approaches as well as expanded content on non-pharmacological and pharmacological management taking into account the most recent national and international guidelines. It also explores practical issues relating to COPD in terms of pulmonary rehabilitation, oxygen use, air travel, and end of life care. The ABC of COPD is an authoritative and essential guide for specialist nurses, general practitioners, physiotherapists, junior doctors, front line staff working in emergency departments, paramedics, physician associates and students of medicine and its allied disciplines.