Product Description

The Centers for Disease Control reports that more than 20 million people in the U.S. are currently diagnosed with cancer, and 1.4 million people are expected to be diagnosed in the coming year. For the millions confronting cancer's many challenges, Everyone's Guide to Cancer Therapy: How Cancer Is Diagnosed, Treated, and Managed Day to Day relies on an esteemed panel of oncology specialists--more than 100 strong, and each experts in their fields--to completely update this definitive cancer resource.

Equally informative and accessible, this comprehensive book navigates cancer patients and their caregivers through diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care. Every chapter has been methodically updated to include the latest medical breakthroughs and advice concerning cancer treatment, including:

• Information on recently approved "targeted" therapies for various cancer types
• The newest strategies in cancer diagnosis and prevention
• Cancer biology: translating scientific discoveries into meaningful advances for patients
• Supportive care and complementary approaches

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #77840 in Books
• Published on: 2008-02-01
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 1024 pages

From Publishers Weekly
Although many sequels are rehashes of old material that may pale when compared with their predecessors, this is not. As with the first edition, published in 1991, the authors and 76 contributors-specialists in oncology-describe what cancer is, available standard and experimental treatments, and the various concerns of patients. They also provide questions that patients should ask their physicians regarding specific cancers. But this time, in addition to updated medical and psychological information, the authors discuss other issues, too. These include the role of the oncology nurse, use of gene therapy to treat cancer, new anti-cancer drugs, payment/insurance problems relating to cancer treatments, palliative and hospice care, and questionable and unproven cancer therapies. The authors do not gloss over the dilemmas many patients will face as they make choices. Instead, they emphasize that knowledge is crucial if a patient is to get the best possible care. A chapter by Vincent T. DeVita, Jr., M.D., former head of the National Cancer Institute, provides an overview of ongoing cancer research. In addition to a suggested readings, look for a glossary of medical terms, a listing of resources, and a description of anti-cancer drugs and their side-effects.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Library Journal
Written by two oncologists for the layperson, this authoritative but readable reference stands out in the literature as a uniquely comprehensive, thorough source of up-to-date information about cancer generally and individual common cancers. Similar in scope, but with a much fuller, more complete treatment than the American Cancer Society's Cancer Book ( LJ 7/86), this affordable guide offers an understanding of current diagnosis and treatment, therapy and management, supportive care, and developments in assessment. In an easy-to-use format in four parts, the authors answer myriad questions about every aspect from early detection and stages to risk factors and genetics with a chapter highlighting the role of the National Cancer Institute in sponsoring clinical trials. Useful appendixes include a glossary of medical terms, a list of anticancer drugs and their side effects, and a directory of cancer centers, associations, and support groups. Recommended for all libraries.
- Marilyn Rosenthal, Nassau Community Coll. Lib., Garden City, N.Y.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Ingram
Thoroughly revised and updated to encompass the latest in therapeutic cancer techniques and technology, this common-sense guide provides vital information on cancer diagnosis, treatment options, and supportive care to help patients make informed decisions. Original.

Customer Reviews

Recommended by oncology nurses!
This book is a one stop guide to so many things involving therapies that it is hard to know where to start. Cancer nurses feel this is the best consumer book out there. Information is in plain English, simple terms, with lots of illustrations. Tons of referrals to agencies that may be helpful.

I wish I had had the book sooner.
Half way through my chemo treatments, my doctor's office recieved three copies of this book. I borrowed one. I was very impressed with the layout, the data covered, questions answered. This is a very thought out book. I figured I would have it returned to the office by Christmas (three months away) but I was halfway through the first weekend. I highly recommend this book. It is interesting and EASY reading. I like knowing the information that can save my life, now and down the road.

The perfect book for educators to refer to when teaching.
I have been using this book for 8 years and have found it useful in teaching new orientees to oncology as well as patients. It is written in a way that everyone can understand. It is a quick reference guide when needed. I truly recommend this book to everyone.