Principles and Management of Cancer - 1st Edition 2016

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• This book provides oncologists with the latest information on modern techniques for the treatment of various cancers. • It provides an insight into the radiobiological principles of radiation therapy, newer techniques of laser and minimally invasive surgery, critical organ sparing treatment delivery in radiation therapy, nutritional support for a cancer patient and guidelines on pain management. • Acute emergencies are covered in a separate chapter. • Drug development process dealt in the chapter on clinical trials. • The need for multimodality treatment to cure cancers and minimizing toxicity is emphasized throughout. • Highlights the stages of cancers where radiation can provide optimal benefit alone or as an adjunct to surgery and antineoplastic agents. • Multicolor images and illustrations have been used throughout the book to enhance learning. • Serves as a ready reference for the students of oncology, practitioners, clinicians, general physicians and oncologists. • It finds a space on the bookshelf of the healthcare givers reaching out to cancer patients.