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Cardio-Oncology Practice Manual: A Companion to Braunwald’s Heart Disease

  • 1st Edition
  • January 11, 2022
  • Joerg Herrmann
  • English
Today’s patients have unique cardiologic needs before, during, and after cancer treatment. Chemotherapies, radiation therapy, and targeted therapies can produce acute side effects or lasting adverse consequences on the heart and circulatory system, making the field of cardio-oncology increasingly important in effective patient care. Cardio-Oncology Practice Manual is a comprehensive, portable guide that provides practical approaches to assessment and management of cardiovascular diseases due to the effects of cardiotoxic agents and treatments. Part of the Braunwald family of renowned cardiology references, it clearly presents clinically relevant aspects of this growing field in one quick, practical reference for a wide range of cardio-oncology providers.

Onkologische Erkrankungen in der Hausarztpraxis

  • 1st Edition
  • April 2, 2020
  • Florian Kaiser + 3 more
  • German
„Habe ich eine Chance? Soll ich diese Therapie machen?" Hausärzte stehen an der Schnittstelle zwischen behandelnden Fachärzten und onkologischen Patienten und müssen sich mit solchen Fragen beschäftigen. Sie sind für ihre Patienten die wichtigsten Unterstützer und Lotsen durch die Phasen von Diagnose, Therapie und Nachsorge einer Krebserkrankung. Das Buch behandelt unter anderem folgende Themen: Genetische Grundlagen einer Tumorerkrankung Risikofaktoren für Krebs und Vermeidungsmöglichkeiten Die wichtigsten Diagnoseverfahren Behandlung der häufigsten Nebenwirkungen von Tumortherapien wie Infektionen, Übelkeit und Schmerzen Onkologische Notfälle wie Atemnot, Blutungen, Sepsis und Tumorlysesyndrom Extra Kapitel zum knochenmarktransplantierten Patienten Schmerztherapie und Wundmanagement sowie Lösungsansätze zur Adhärenzproblematik Palliative Versorgungsstrukturen Gesprächsstrategien im Umgang mit Tumorpatienten und ihren Angehörigen Wissenschaftliche Erkenntnisse und erprobtes Praxiswissen sind exakt auf die Bedürfnisse von Hausärzten im Umgang mit Tumorpatienten zugeschnitten. Übersichtstabellen, FAQs von Patienten mit bewährten Antworten, Tipps, Praxisbeispiele und ein ausführliches Register bieten Orientierung und einen schnellen Zugriff auf alle relevanten Informationen.

Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma , An Issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics of North America

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 33-4
  • June 22, 2019
  • Caron A Jacobson
  • English
This issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics, guest edited by Dr. Caron A. Jacobson, with consulting editors George P. Canellos and H. Franklin Bunn, will focus on Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Topics include, but are not limited to: Ontogeny, Genetics, Molecular Biology and Classification of B and T cell Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma; Diffuse large B cell lymphoma and high grade B cell lymphoma; Burkitt lymphoma and other highly aggressive B cell lymphomas; CNS lymphoma; Mantle cell lymphoma; Follicular lymphoma; Marginal zone lymphoma and lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma; Non-cutaneous T cell lymphoma; Cutaneous T cell lymphoma; Transplant and other adoptive immune cell therapies for non-Hodgkin lymphoma; Non-cellular immune therapies for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma; and Targeting biology in non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Pediatric Hematology , An Issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics of North America

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 33-3
  • May 5, 2019
  • Rachael Grace + 1 more
  • English
This issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics, Guest Edited by Drs. Rachael Grace and Russell E. Ware, will focus on Pediatric Hematology. This issue is one of six selected for the year by the series Consulting Editors, George P. Canellos and H. Franklin Bunn. Topics include, but are not limited to, Rare Congenital Hemolytic Anemias, Sickle Cell, Thalassemia, Neutropenia and rare leukocyte disorders in children, Primary and Secondary Immune cytopenias, Disorders of Iron overload, Disorders of Iron metabolism, Approach to Hemophilia in a Changing Treatment Landscape, Von Willebrand disease, Inherited platelet disorders, Thrombosis, Diagnostic evaluation and medical approach to complications and treatment of vascular anomalies, New approaches and trials in Transfusion Medicine, and Updates in Neonatal Hematology.

Pulmonary Adenocarcinoma: Approaches to Treatment

  • 1st Edition
  • October 30, 2018
  • Leora Horn
  • English
Get a quick, expert overview of the latest treatment and management approaches for adenocarcinoma of the lung, including novel therapeutics in immunotherapy and targeted therapies. This practical title, edited by Dr. Leora Horn, offers succinct coverage of clinically-focused topics and guidelines, making it an ideal resource for practicing and trainee oncologists and other members of the cancer care team.

Pain Control, An Issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics of North America

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 32-3
  • May 10, 2018
  • Janet L. Abrahm
  • English
This issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics, edited by Dr. Janet Abrahm, focuses on Pain Control. Topics include, but are not limited to, Complex pain assessment; Evidence-based non-pharmacologic therapies; Non-opioid pharmacologic therapies; Opioid caveats, newer agents, and prevention/management of side effects and of aberrant use; Cancer pain syndromes; Agents for neuropathic pain RX; Mechanism of and Adjuvants for bone pain; Interventional anesthetic methods; Radiation therapy methods; Rehabilitation methods; Psychological treatment; Spiritual considerations; Pain in patients with SS diseases; and Pain in HSCT patients.

Castleman Disease, An Issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 32-1
  • November 30, 2017
  • Frits van Rhee + 1 more
  • English
This issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics, edited by Dr. Frits van Rhee and Dr. Nikhil C. Munshi, focuses on Castleman’s Disease. Topics include, but are not limited to, Epidemiology; Pathogenesis; Role of Interleukin 6 in Castleman Disease; Pathology, Diagnosis; Unicentric Castleman Disease; Treatment of HHV8 related Multicentric Castleman Disease; Treatment of HHV8 negative Castleman Disease; TAFRO Syndrome; POEMS; and more.

Hoffman and Abeloff's Hematology-Oncology Review

  • 1st Edition
  • November 16, 2017
  • Claudine Isaacs
  • English
For those preparing for certification or recertification in hematology or oncology, Hoffman and Abeloff's Hematology-Oncology Review is a single-volume source of authoritative, up-to-date exam preparation. This unique question and answer review helps you succeed on today’s board exams with more than 1,000 board-style questions, answers, and rationales; comprehensive coverage of essential exam topics, and online practice tests.

Oncología clínica

  • 6th Edition
  • November 8, 2017
  • Juan Jesús Cruz Hernández + 3 more
  • Spanish
El texto recoge los principales conocimientos de la especialidad, abarcando desde los principios básicos de la biología del cáncer hasta el diagnóstico, tratamiento y seguimiento de los principales tumores sólidos. Asimismo, incorpora los contenidos más importantes sobre los distintos tratamientos de soporte y el control de síntomas en el paciente oncológico. Esta sexta edición actualiza y sintetiza los contenidos de las ediciones previas con el fin de adecuarlos a los planes de estudios vigentes. Destaca lo esencial de cada tema, permitiendo tener en pocas páginas una visión rigurosa y actualizada de la Oncología Médica. Además, incluye capítulos específicos para los principales tipos de cáncer, cuenta con una gran cantidad de cuadros que destacan los contenidos más relevantes e incorpora un apéndice con las clasificaciones TNM de los principales tipos de tumores. Se dirige a los alumnos de Medicina que cursan la asignatura de Oncología Médica, pero también a médicos no especialistas en oncología y otros profesionales sanitarios que precisen adquirir una base sólida sobre el conocimiento actual del cáncer. Todos los autores son especialistas dedicados a la docencia de la oncología. La mayoría son integrantes de la Cátedra y Servicio de Oncología Médica del Hospital Universitario de Salamanca, que dirige el Prof. Cruz Hernández, uno de los pioneros en la enseñanza universitaria de esta especialidad en España.

Hematology/Oncology Emergencies, An Issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics of North America

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 31-6
  • November 1, 2017
  • John C. Perkins + 1 more
  • English
This issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics, edited by Drs. John Perkins and and Jonathan Davis, focuses on emergencies related to Hematology/Oncology and covers topics such as: Oncologic Mechanical Emergencies, Neutropenic Fever, Oncologic Metabolic Emergencies, Acute Leukemias, Pediatric Oncologic Emergencies, Chemotherapeutic Medications and their Emergent Complications, Anemia, Thrombotic Microangiopathies (TTP, HUS, HELLP), Congenital Bleeding Disorders, Acquired Bleeding Disorders and Antithrombotic agents, Sickle Cell Disease, and more!