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Metabolic Challenges in Cancer Treatment

Precision Oncology in Diabetes and Radiotherapy

  • 1st Edition - March 1, 2027
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Alok Raghav, Divya Khosla, Jamal Ahmad, Hamid Ashraf, Banshi Saboo
  • Language: English

Metabolic Challenges in Cancer Treatment: Precision Oncology in Diabetes and Radiotherapy presents an interdisciplinary academic reference that examines the complex interp… Read more

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Description

Metabolic Challenges in Cancer Treatment: Precision Oncology in Diabetes and Radiotherapy presents an interdisciplinary academic reference that examines the complex interplay between diabetes mellitus, metabolic dysregulation, and radiotherapy outcomes in cancer patients. The book positions metabolic health as a critical determinant of therapeutic efficacy, toxicity, and survival, offering a timely contribution to precision oncology. The volume integrates endocrinology, radiation oncology, metabolism, and clinical medicine to explore pathophysiological mechanisms, radiotherapy‑induced metabolic alterations, glycemic control strategies, nutritional management, pharmacologic interactions, and personalized radiotherapy approaches. It combines mechanistic insights with clinical trial data, real‑world case discussions, and emerging research directions. For its academic audience, the book provides a unified framework that bridges bench‑to‑bedside translation, supports evidence‑based clinical decision‑making, and advances interdisciplinary research. It serves as a comprehensive resource for improving patient‑oriented outcomes and quality of life in cancer patients with metabolic comorbidities.

Key features

  • Integrates metabolic biology with radiotherapy science to inform precision oncology
  • Presents clinical strategies supported by translational research and case‑based insights
  • Highlights emerging trends and future directions in interdisciplinary cancer treatment

Readership

Researchers in oncology, radiation oncology, endocrinology, radiotherapy; clinicians; healthcare professionals; industry; policy makers

Table of contents

1. Introduction to Diabetes and Radiotherapy Interplay in Cancer

2. Pathophysiology of Diabetes in Cancer Patients

3. Radiotherapy‑Induced Metabolic Dysregulation

4. Impact of Diabetes on Radiotherapy Outcomes

5. Glycemic Control Strategies During Radiotherapy

6. Nutritional Management in Diabetic Cancer Patients

7. Pharmacologic Interactions and Comorbidity Management

8. Personalized Radiotherapy Approaches in Diabetic Patients

9. Multidisciplinary Care Models and Integrated Protocols

10. Cardiovascular and Metabolic Complications of Radiotherapy in Diabetic Cancer Patients

11. Challenges, Disparities, and Future Directions

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: March 1, 2027
  • Language: English

About the editors

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Alok Raghav

Dr. Alok Raghav, MSc, PhD, is affiliated with Gachon University in Incheon, Republic of Korea. He has over a decade of experience spanning oncology, tissue engineering, biomaterials, nanotechnology, endocrinology, and clinical trials. He serves on the editorial boards of several prestigious journals, has published dozens of papers, holds multiple patents, and has edited numerous academic books. He has also contributed chapters to various books and has received numerous international and national recognitions.

Affiliations and expertise
Gachon University, Republic of Korea

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Divya Khosla

Dr. Khosla has an MD in Radiotherapy and Oncology with over 15 years of expertise in clinical management and treatment of lung cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, breast cancer along with palliative care with focus on patient’s outcome and survival. She has ample expertise in radiotherapy and oncology that is attested with her more than 100 publications in this area . She is serving as editorial board member of prestigious radiotherapy and oncology per reviewed journals and among the member of prestigious International and National societies.
Affiliations and expertise
PGIMER, India

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Jamal Ahmad

Prof. Jamal Ahmad is a distinguished endocrinologist from India, holding D.M., Ph.D., and D.Sc. (Medicine). He served as Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Aligarh Muslim University. He has authored more than 500 published articles in reputed indexed journals and has edited several books, as well as contributed book chapters in endocrinology and diabetes. His research expertise includes diabetic complications, oxidative stress, non-enzymatic glycation, and metabolic disorders. He has supervised more than 100 postgraduate theses and PhD students. He is the recipient of numerous international and national grants and awards.

Affiliations and expertise
Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Aligarh Muslim University, India

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Hamid Ashraf

Professor Hamid Ashraf is a renowned Endocrinologist and academic leader in India, currently serving as Director of the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Diabetes and Endocrinology. With extensive clinical and research experience in diabetes and endocrine disorders, he has made significant contributions to patient care, teaching, and translational research. He has published numerous research articles in reputed indexed journals and contributed to books and academic chapters in endocrinology. His areas of expertise include diabetes management, metabolic disorders, and endocrine complications. Professor Ashraf has mentored postgraduate and doctoral students and has been actively involved in national academic programs, professional societies, and research initiatives aimed at improving diabetes care in India.

Affiliations and expertise
Director of the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Diabetes and Endocrinology, India

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Banshi Saboo

Dr. Banshi Saboo is a highly respected diabetologist in India, serving as Chairman and Chief Diabetologist at Diacare Diabetes Care and Hormone Clinic of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes and Chair-Elect of the International Diabetes Federation. He has held key positions in Diabetes India, IAD, DASG, and ADA, and is a past President of RSSDI and AAIRO, contributing extensively to diabetes education, policy, and care.
Affiliations and expertise
Chairman and Chief Diabetologist, Diacare Diabetes Care and Hormone Clinic of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes and Chair-Elect of the International Diabetes Federation, India