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"... Useful background information is displayed in blue boxes, and good use is made of numerous tables and diagrams... a useful book for the undergraduate medical or allied health professional..." -Oncology News, May/June 2010
This forward looking cancer biology book appeals to a wide ranging audience. Introductory chapters that provide the molecular, cellular, and genetic information needed to comprehend the material of the subsequent chapters bring unprepared students up to speed for the rest of the book and serve as a useful refresher for those with previous biology background. The…mehr
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"... Useful background information is displayed in blue boxes, and good use is made of numerous tables and diagrams... a useful book for the undergraduate medical or allied health professional..." -Oncology News, May/June 2010
This forward looking cancer biology book appeals to a wide ranging audience. Introductory chapters that provide the molecular, cellular, and genetic information needed to comprehend the material of the subsequent chapters bring unprepared students up to speed for the rest of the book and serve as a useful refresher for those with previous biology background. The second set of chapters focuses on the main cancers in terms of risk factors, diagnostic and treatment methods and relevant current research. The final section encompasses the immune system's role in the prevention and development of cancer and the impact that the Human Genome Project will have on future approaches to cancer care.
While best suited to non-majors cancer biology courses, the depth provided satisfies courses that combine both majors and non-majors. Also, and deliberately, the authors have incorporated relevant information on diagnosis and treatment options that lend appeal to the lay reader.
This forward looking cancer biology book appeals to a wide ranging audience. Introductory chapters that provide the molecular, cellular, and genetic information needed to comprehend the material of the subsequent chapters bring unprepared students up to speed for the rest of the book and serve as a useful refresher for those with previous biology background. The second set of chapters focuses on the main cancers in terms of risk factors, diagnostic and treatment methods and relevant current research. The final section encompasses the immune system's role in the prevention and development of cancer and the impact that the Human Genome Project will have on future approaches to cancer care.
While best suited to non-majors cancer biology courses, the depth provided satisfies courses that combine both majors and non-majors. Also, and deliberately, the authors have incorporated relevant information on diagnosis and treatment options that lend appeal to the lay reader.
Produktdetails
- Produktdetails
- Verlag: Wiley & Sons
- Artikelnr. des Verlages: 1A405156060
- 1. Auflage
- Seitenzahl: 432
- Erscheinungstermin: 18. Dezember 2009
- Englisch
- Abmessung: 244mm x 170mm x 22mm
- Gewicht: 906g
- ISBN-13: 9781405156066
- ISBN-10: 1405156066
- Artikelnr.: 23809474
- Verlag: Wiley & Sons
- Artikelnr. des Verlages: 1A405156060
- 1. Auflage
- Seitenzahl: 432
- Erscheinungstermin: 18. Dezember 2009
- Englisch
- Abmessung: 244mm x 170mm x 22mm
- Gewicht: 906g
- ISBN-13: 9781405156066
- ISBN-10: 1405156066
- Artikelnr.: 23809474
Sheila Barry and Craig Almeida have taught the cancer biology course at Stonehill College to both majors and non-majors for several years. Discouraged by the lack of accessible and current texts, they decided to write their own.
Preface. Acknowledgements. 1. The Basics of Cancer. Cancer is a Complex
Entity. Cancer Through the Ages. Modern Day Cancer Research and Treatment.
Prevalence and Mortality Varies With Each Cancer. Risk Factors Have Been
Identified. Will Cancer be Conquered Within Our Lifetime? 2. Cells: the
Fundamental Unit of Life. Seven Hierarchal Levels of Organization. Four
Types of Macromolecular Polymers. Cell Structure and Function. Relationship
Between Structure and Function is Important. 3. The Human Genome and
Protein Function. The Composition and Function of the Human Genome. Having
a Diploid Genome has its Advantages. Proteins Carry Out Diverse Functions.
4. Cell Cycle, Oncogenes, and Tumor Suppressor Genes. Cell Division in
Germ-line and Somatic Tissues. Consequences of Germ-line and Somatic Tissue
Mutations. Cell Division, Differentiation, and Maturation Occur to Form
Functional Tissues. Cell Division is Under the Regulation of the Cell
Cycle. Loss of Cell Cycle Control Results in Uncontrolled Cell Growth. 5.
Tumor Formation, Growth, and Metastasis. Tissue Changes that Occur in
Response to Stimuli. Feeding Tumor Growth by Angiogenesis. Characteristics
of Benign and Malignant Tumors. Events that Occur During the Process of
Metastasis. 6. Cancer Screening, Detection and Diagnostic Procedures and
Tests. Factors that Determine the Accuracy of a Diagnostic Test or
Procedure. Common Screening Tests. Diagnostic Procedures for the
Confirmation of a Disease. Tumor Grade and Stage Factors into the Type of
Treatment Regimen and Prognosis. 7. Cancer Treatment Modalities. Surgery:
the Oldest and Most Commonly Used Treatment Method. Radiation Kills by
Causing Extensive DNA Damage. Cytotoxic Effects of Chemotherapeutic Drugs.
Side Effects and Risks From the Use of Cytotoxic Drugs. Hormonal
Deprivation Treatment: Used for Estrogen- and Androgen-dependent Cancers.
Can Cancer Growth be Controlled by Inhibiting Angiogenesis? Additional
Enzymes Targeted for Inhibition. Biological Therapy Stimulates the Body's
Ability to Fight Cancer. 8. Breast Cancer. Breast Cancer Statistics.
Women's Breast Tissue: Unique in Structure and Function. Causes of Breast
Cancer. Regular Examinations of the Breast are Important for Early
Diagnosis. What Follows a Positive Diagnosis? Treatment Options are Unique
for Each Individual. Much has Been Accomplished, More Needs to be Done. 9.
Ovarian Cancer. Ovarian Cancer Statistics. Structure and Function of
Ovaries. There are Three Tissue Categories of Ovarian Cancer. Symptoms are
Vague and Often Missed. Certain Factors Have Been Associated with a Higher
Risk. Diagnostic Tools are Available But Not Always Used or Recommended.
Additional Procedures are Necessary to Confirm Suspicious Results or if
there is Metastasis. The FIGO System May be Used to Stage Ovarian Cancer.
Treatment Options for Ovarian Cancer. Steps are Taken to Prevent Recurrence
But Do Not Always Work When the Cancer is Advanced. Much Needs to be Done
in the Future. 10. Cervical Cancer. Cervical Cancer Statistics. Structure
and Function of the Cervix. Symptoms of Cervical Cancer. Pelvic
Examinations and Pap Tests Enable Early Detection. Risk Factors for
Cervical Cancer. The HPV Test is a Vital Diagnostic Tool. Additional Tests
are Necessary to Examine the Cervix. Treatment Depends on the Stage. A
Vaccine will Prevent Many Cases of Cervical Cancer. 11. Prostate Cancer.
Prostate Cancer Statistics. Function of the Prostate Gland. Certain Factors
Influence the Development of Prostate Cancer. Symptoms of an Enlarged
Prostate. Screening and Diagnostic Tests for Prostate Cancer. There are
Traditional and Unique Treatment Options Available. Prostate Cancer
Mortality Rates Have Decreased. Much Attention is being Given to the Number
One Cancer Affecting Men. 12. Testicular Cancer. Testicular Cancer
Statistics. Structure and Function of Testicles. There are Three Types of
Testicular Tumors. Risk Factors for the Disease. Symptoms of Testicular
Cancer. Testicular Self-examination (TSE) is Recommended. Blood and Imaging
Tests are Used to Determine Diagnosis and Possible Metastasis. Testicular
Cancer Treatment Results in a High Cure Rate. Causes and Treatments are
being Studied. 13. Skin Cancer. Skin Cancer Statistics. Structure and
Function of the Skin. Three Types of Skin Cancer. Risk Factors for
Developing Skin Cancer. Methods Used to Screen for Skin Cancer. Surgery and
Chemotherapy are Standard Treatments for Metastatic Skin Cancer. What
Happens After Skin Cancer Treatment. Limited UV Radiation Exposure is the
Number One Form of Prevention. 14. Lung Cancer. Lung Cancer Statistics.
Lungs are the Site of the Exchange of Gases. Risk Factors Associated with
the Development of Lung Cancer. Lack of Distinctive Symptoms Makes Early
Diagnosis Difficult. Lung Cancer is Often Diagnosed at an Advanced Stage.
There are Two Main Categories of Lung Cancer. Three Traditional Therapies
are Used in Lung Cancer Treatment. Is There Discrimination in Cancer
Research Funding? 15. Colorectal Cancer. Colon and Rectum are the Last Two
Sections of the Gastrointestinal Tract. Risk Factors for Colorectal Cancer.
Screening Tests. Treatment Options. Targeted Therapies. Screening Tests
Performed After the Course of Treatment. 16. Leukemia and Lymphoma.
Leukemia Statistics. Leukemia is a Cancer of the Blood Cells. The Exact
Cause of Leukemia is Unknown. Early Symptoms of Leukemia. Laboratory
Studies are Necessary to Determine the Diagnosis. There are Many Types of
Leukemia. Nonchemotherapeutic Options have Significantly Improved Survival
Rates. Lymphoma is a Malignancy of the Lymphatic System. Hodgkin's vs.
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Certain Risk Factors are Associated with an
Increased Incidence of Lymphoma. Diagnosing Lymphoma Involves Biopsies and
Imaging Tests. Lymphomas Must be Classified to Determine Appropriate
Treatment. Treatment Options Depend on the Type of Lymphoma, Stage, and
Extent of Metastasis. Glossary. Index. Companion website
www.wiley.com/go/almeida/cancer
Entity. Cancer Through the Ages. Modern Day Cancer Research and Treatment.
Prevalence and Mortality Varies With Each Cancer. Risk Factors Have Been
Identified. Will Cancer be Conquered Within Our Lifetime? 2. Cells: the
Fundamental Unit of Life. Seven Hierarchal Levels of Organization. Four
Types of Macromolecular Polymers. Cell Structure and Function. Relationship
Between Structure and Function is Important. 3. The Human Genome and
Protein Function. The Composition and Function of the Human Genome. Having
a Diploid Genome has its Advantages. Proteins Carry Out Diverse Functions.
4. Cell Cycle, Oncogenes, and Tumor Suppressor Genes. Cell Division in
Germ-line and Somatic Tissues. Consequences of Germ-line and Somatic Tissue
Mutations. Cell Division, Differentiation, and Maturation Occur to Form
Functional Tissues. Cell Division is Under the Regulation of the Cell
Cycle. Loss of Cell Cycle Control Results in Uncontrolled Cell Growth. 5.
Tumor Formation, Growth, and Metastasis. Tissue Changes that Occur in
Response to Stimuli. Feeding Tumor Growth by Angiogenesis. Characteristics
of Benign and Malignant Tumors. Events that Occur During the Process of
Metastasis. 6. Cancer Screening, Detection and Diagnostic Procedures and
Tests. Factors that Determine the Accuracy of a Diagnostic Test or
Procedure. Common Screening Tests. Diagnostic Procedures for the
Confirmation of a Disease. Tumor Grade and Stage Factors into the Type of
Treatment Regimen and Prognosis. 7. Cancer Treatment Modalities. Surgery:
the Oldest and Most Commonly Used Treatment Method. Radiation Kills by
Causing Extensive DNA Damage. Cytotoxic Effects of Chemotherapeutic Drugs.
Side Effects and Risks From the Use of Cytotoxic Drugs. Hormonal
Deprivation Treatment: Used for Estrogen- and Androgen-dependent Cancers.
Can Cancer Growth be Controlled by Inhibiting Angiogenesis? Additional
Enzymes Targeted for Inhibition. Biological Therapy Stimulates the Body's
Ability to Fight Cancer. 8. Breast Cancer. Breast Cancer Statistics.
Women's Breast Tissue: Unique in Structure and Function. Causes of Breast
Cancer. Regular Examinations of the Breast are Important for Early
Diagnosis. What Follows a Positive Diagnosis? Treatment Options are Unique
for Each Individual. Much has Been Accomplished, More Needs to be Done. 9.
Ovarian Cancer. Ovarian Cancer Statistics. Structure and Function of
Ovaries. There are Three Tissue Categories of Ovarian Cancer. Symptoms are
Vague and Often Missed. Certain Factors Have Been Associated with a Higher
Risk. Diagnostic Tools are Available But Not Always Used or Recommended.
Additional Procedures are Necessary to Confirm Suspicious Results or if
there is Metastasis. The FIGO System May be Used to Stage Ovarian Cancer.
Treatment Options for Ovarian Cancer. Steps are Taken to Prevent Recurrence
But Do Not Always Work When the Cancer is Advanced. Much Needs to be Done
in the Future. 10. Cervical Cancer. Cervical Cancer Statistics. Structure
and Function of the Cervix. Symptoms of Cervical Cancer. Pelvic
Examinations and Pap Tests Enable Early Detection. Risk Factors for
Cervical Cancer. The HPV Test is a Vital Diagnostic Tool. Additional Tests
are Necessary to Examine the Cervix. Treatment Depends on the Stage. A
Vaccine will Prevent Many Cases of Cervical Cancer. 11. Prostate Cancer.
Prostate Cancer Statistics. Function of the Prostate Gland. Certain Factors
Influence the Development of Prostate Cancer. Symptoms of an Enlarged
Prostate. Screening and Diagnostic Tests for Prostate Cancer. There are
Traditional and Unique Treatment Options Available. Prostate Cancer
Mortality Rates Have Decreased. Much Attention is being Given to the Number
One Cancer Affecting Men. 12. Testicular Cancer. Testicular Cancer
Statistics. Structure and Function of Testicles. There are Three Types of
Testicular Tumors. Risk Factors for the Disease. Symptoms of Testicular
Cancer. Testicular Self-examination (TSE) is Recommended. Blood and Imaging
Tests are Used to Determine Diagnosis and Possible Metastasis. Testicular
Cancer Treatment Results in a High Cure Rate. Causes and Treatments are
being Studied. 13. Skin Cancer. Skin Cancer Statistics. Structure and
Function of the Skin. Three Types of Skin Cancer. Risk Factors for
Developing Skin Cancer. Methods Used to Screen for Skin Cancer. Surgery and
Chemotherapy are Standard Treatments for Metastatic Skin Cancer. What
Happens After Skin Cancer Treatment. Limited UV Radiation Exposure is the
Number One Form of Prevention. 14. Lung Cancer. Lung Cancer Statistics.
Lungs are the Site of the Exchange of Gases. Risk Factors Associated with
the Development of Lung Cancer. Lack of Distinctive Symptoms Makes Early
Diagnosis Difficult. Lung Cancer is Often Diagnosed at an Advanced Stage.
There are Two Main Categories of Lung Cancer. Three Traditional Therapies
are Used in Lung Cancer Treatment. Is There Discrimination in Cancer
Research Funding? 15. Colorectal Cancer. Colon and Rectum are the Last Two
Sections of the Gastrointestinal Tract. Risk Factors for Colorectal Cancer.
Screening Tests. Treatment Options. Targeted Therapies. Screening Tests
Performed After the Course of Treatment. 16. Leukemia and Lymphoma.
Leukemia Statistics. Leukemia is a Cancer of the Blood Cells. The Exact
Cause of Leukemia is Unknown. Early Symptoms of Leukemia. Laboratory
Studies are Necessary to Determine the Diagnosis. There are Many Types of
Leukemia. Nonchemotherapeutic Options have Significantly Improved Survival
Rates. Lymphoma is a Malignancy of the Lymphatic System. Hodgkin's vs.
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Certain Risk Factors are Associated with an
Increased Incidence of Lymphoma. Diagnosing Lymphoma Involves Biopsies and
Imaging Tests. Lymphomas Must be Classified to Determine Appropriate
Treatment. Treatment Options Depend on the Type of Lymphoma, Stage, and
Extent of Metastasis. Glossary. Index. Companion website
www.wiley.com/go/almeida/cancer
Preface. Acknowledgements. 1. The Basics of Cancer. Cancer is a Complex
Entity. Cancer Through the Ages. Modern Day Cancer Research and Treatment.
Prevalence and Mortality Varies With Each Cancer. Risk Factors Have Been
Identified. Will Cancer be Conquered Within Our Lifetime? 2. Cells: the
Fundamental Unit of Life. Seven Hierarchal Levels of Organization. Four
Types of Macromolecular Polymers. Cell Structure and Function. Relationship
Between Structure and Function is Important. 3. The Human Genome and
Protein Function. The Composition and Function of the Human Genome. Having
a Diploid Genome has its Advantages. Proteins Carry Out Diverse Functions.
4. Cell Cycle, Oncogenes, and Tumor Suppressor Genes. Cell Division in
Germ-line and Somatic Tissues. Consequences of Germ-line and Somatic Tissue
Mutations. Cell Division, Differentiation, and Maturation Occur to Form
Functional Tissues. Cell Division is Under the Regulation of the Cell
Cycle. Loss of Cell Cycle Control Results in Uncontrolled Cell Growth. 5.
Tumor Formation, Growth, and Metastasis. Tissue Changes that Occur in
Response to Stimuli. Feeding Tumor Growth by Angiogenesis. Characteristics
of Benign and Malignant Tumors. Events that Occur During the Process of
Metastasis. 6. Cancer Screening, Detection and Diagnostic Procedures and
Tests. Factors that Determine the Accuracy of a Diagnostic Test or
Procedure. Common Screening Tests. Diagnostic Procedures for the
Confirmation of a Disease. Tumor Grade and Stage Factors into the Type of
Treatment Regimen and Prognosis. 7. Cancer Treatment Modalities. Surgery:
the Oldest and Most Commonly Used Treatment Method. Radiation Kills by
Causing Extensive DNA Damage. Cytotoxic Effects of Chemotherapeutic Drugs.
Side Effects and Risks From the Use of Cytotoxic Drugs. Hormonal
Deprivation Treatment: Used for Estrogen- and Androgen-dependent Cancers.
Can Cancer Growth be Controlled by Inhibiting Angiogenesis? Additional
Enzymes Targeted for Inhibition. Biological Therapy Stimulates the Body's
Ability to Fight Cancer. 8. Breast Cancer. Breast Cancer Statistics.
Women's Breast Tissue: Unique in Structure and Function. Causes of Breast
Cancer. Regular Examinations of the Breast are Important for Early
Diagnosis. What Follows a Positive Diagnosis? Treatment Options are Unique
for Each Individual. Much has Been Accomplished, More Needs to be Done. 9.
Ovarian Cancer. Ovarian Cancer Statistics. Structure and Function of
Ovaries. There are Three Tissue Categories of Ovarian Cancer. Symptoms are
Vague and Often Missed. Certain Factors Have Been Associated with a Higher
Risk. Diagnostic Tools are Available But Not Always Used or Recommended.
Additional Procedures are Necessary to Confirm Suspicious Results or if
there is Metastasis. The FIGO System May be Used to Stage Ovarian Cancer.
Treatment Options for Ovarian Cancer. Steps are Taken to Prevent Recurrence
But Do Not Always Work When the Cancer is Advanced. Much Needs to be Done
in the Future. 10. Cervical Cancer. Cervical Cancer Statistics. Structure
and Function of the Cervix. Symptoms of Cervical Cancer. Pelvic
Examinations and Pap Tests Enable Early Detection. Risk Factors for
Cervical Cancer. The HPV Test is a Vital Diagnostic Tool. Additional Tests
are Necessary to Examine the Cervix. Treatment Depends on the Stage. A
Vaccine will Prevent Many Cases of Cervical Cancer. 11. Prostate Cancer.
Prostate Cancer Statistics. Function of the Prostate Gland. Certain Factors
Influence the Development of Prostate Cancer. Symptoms of an Enlarged
Prostate. Screening and Diagnostic Tests for Prostate Cancer. There are
Traditional and Unique Treatment Options Available. Prostate Cancer
Mortality Rates Have Decreased. Much Attention is being Given to the Number
One Cancer Affecting Men. 12. Testicular Cancer. Testicular Cancer
Statistics. Structure and Function of Testicles. There are Three Types of
Testicular Tumors. Risk Factors for the Disease. Symptoms of Testicular
Cancer. Testicular Self-examination (TSE) is Recommended. Blood and Imaging
Tests are Used to Determine Diagnosis and Possible Metastasis. Testicular
Cancer Treatment Results in a High Cure Rate. Causes and Treatments are
being Studied. 13. Skin Cancer. Skin Cancer Statistics. Structure and
Function of the Skin. Three Types of Skin Cancer. Risk Factors for
Developing Skin Cancer. Methods Used to Screen for Skin Cancer. Surgery and
Chemotherapy are Standard Treatments for Metastatic Skin Cancer. What
Happens After Skin Cancer Treatment. Limited UV Radiation Exposure is the
Number One Form of Prevention. 14. Lung Cancer. Lung Cancer Statistics.
Lungs are the Site of the Exchange of Gases. Risk Factors Associated with
the Development of Lung Cancer. Lack of Distinctive Symptoms Makes Early
Diagnosis Difficult. Lung Cancer is Often Diagnosed at an Advanced Stage.
There are Two Main Categories of Lung Cancer. Three Traditional Therapies
are Used in Lung Cancer Treatment. Is There Discrimination in Cancer
Research Funding? 15. Colorectal Cancer. Colon and Rectum are the Last Two
Sections of the Gastrointestinal Tract. Risk Factors for Colorectal Cancer.
Screening Tests. Treatment Options. Targeted Therapies. Screening Tests
Performed After the Course of Treatment. 16. Leukemia and Lymphoma.
Leukemia Statistics. Leukemia is a Cancer of the Blood Cells. The Exact
Cause of Leukemia is Unknown. Early Symptoms of Leukemia. Laboratory
Studies are Necessary to Determine the Diagnosis. There are Many Types of
Leukemia. Nonchemotherapeutic Options have Significantly Improved Survival
Rates. Lymphoma is a Malignancy of the Lymphatic System. Hodgkin's vs.
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Certain Risk Factors are Associated with an
Increased Incidence of Lymphoma. Diagnosing Lymphoma Involves Biopsies and
Imaging Tests. Lymphomas Must be Classified to Determine Appropriate
Treatment. Treatment Options Depend on the Type of Lymphoma, Stage, and
Extent of Metastasis. Glossary. Index. Companion website
www.wiley.com/go/almeida/cancer
Entity. Cancer Through the Ages. Modern Day Cancer Research and Treatment.
Prevalence and Mortality Varies With Each Cancer. Risk Factors Have Been
Identified. Will Cancer be Conquered Within Our Lifetime? 2. Cells: the
Fundamental Unit of Life. Seven Hierarchal Levels of Organization. Four
Types of Macromolecular Polymers. Cell Structure and Function. Relationship
Between Structure and Function is Important. 3. The Human Genome and
Protein Function. The Composition and Function of the Human Genome. Having
a Diploid Genome has its Advantages. Proteins Carry Out Diverse Functions.
4. Cell Cycle, Oncogenes, and Tumor Suppressor Genes. Cell Division in
Germ-line and Somatic Tissues. Consequences of Germ-line and Somatic Tissue
Mutations. Cell Division, Differentiation, and Maturation Occur to Form
Functional Tissues. Cell Division is Under the Regulation of the Cell
Cycle. Loss of Cell Cycle Control Results in Uncontrolled Cell Growth. 5.
Tumor Formation, Growth, and Metastasis. Tissue Changes that Occur in
Response to Stimuli. Feeding Tumor Growth by Angiogenesis. Characteristics
of Benign and Malignant Tumors. Events that Occur During the Process of
Metastasis. 6. Cancer Screening, Detection and Diagnostic Procedures and
Tests. Factors that Determine the Accuracy of a Diagnostic Test or
Procedure. Common Screening Tests. Diagnostic Procedures for the
Confirmation of a Disease. Tumor Grade and Stage Factors into the Type of
Treatment Regimen and Prognosis. 7. Cancer Treatment Modalities. Surgery:
the Oldest and Most Commonly Used Treatment Method. Radiation Kills by
Causing Extensive DNA Damage. Cytotoxic Effects of Chemotherapeutic Drugs.
Side Effects and Risks From the Use of Cytotoxic Drugs. Hormonal
Deprivation Treatment: Used for Estrogen- and Androgen-dependent Cancers.
Can Cancer Growth be Controlled by Inhibiting Angiogenesis? Additional
Enzymes Targeted for Inhibition. Biological Therapy Stimulates the Body's
Ability to Fight Cancer. 8. Breast Cancer. Breast Cancer Statistics.
Women's Breast Tissue: Unique in Structure and Function. Causes of Breast
Cancer. Regular Examinations of the Breast are Important for Early
Diagnosis. What Follows a Positive Diagnosis? Treatment Options are Unique
for Each Individual. Much has Been Accomplished, More Needs to be Done. 9.
Ovarian Cancer. Ovarian Cancer Statistics. Structure and Function of
Ovaries. There are Three Tissue Categories of Ovarian Cancer. Symptoms are
Vague and Often Missed. Certain Factors Have Been Associated with a Higher
Risk. Diagnostic Tools are Available But Not Always Used or Recommended.
Additional Procedures are Necessary to Confirm Suspicious Results or if
there is Metastasis. The FIGO System May be Used to Stage Ovarian Cancer.
Treatment Options for Ovarian Cancer. Steps are Taken to Prevent Recurrence
But Do Not Always Work When the Cancer is Advanced. Much Needs to be Done
in the Future. 10. Cervical Cancer. Cervical Cancer Statistics. Structure
and Function of the Cervix. Symptoms of Cervical Cancer. Pelvic
Examinations and Pap Tests Enable Early Detection. Risk Factors for
Cervical Cancer. The HPV Test is a Vital Diagnostic Tool. Additional Tests
are Necessary to Examine the Cervix. Treatment Depends on the Stage. A
Vaccine will Prevent Many Cases of Cervical Cancer. 11. Prostate Cancer.
Prostate Cancer Statistics. Function of the Prostate Gland. Certain Factors
Influence the Development of Prostate Cancer. Symptoms of an Enlarged
Prostate. Screening and Diagnostic Tests for Prostate Cancer. There are
Traditional and Unique Treatment Options Available. Prostate Cancer
Mortality Rates Have Decreased. Much Attention is being Given to the Number
One Cancer Affecting Men. 12. Testicular Cancer. Testicular Cancer
Statistics. Structure and Function of Testicles. There are Three Types of
Testicular Tumors. Risk Factors for the Disease. Symptoms of Testicular
Cancer. Testicular Self-examination (TSE) is Recommended. Blood and Imaging
Tests are Used to Determine Diagnosis and Possible Metastasis. Testicular
Cancer Treatment Results in a High Cure Rate. Causes and Treatments are
being Studied. 13. Skin Cancer. Skin Cancer Statistics. Structure and
Function of the Skin. Three Types of Skin Cancer. Risk Factors for
Developing Skin Cancer. Methods Used to Screen for Skin Cancer. Surgery and
Chemotherapy are Standard Treatments for Metastatic Skin Cancer. What
Happens After Skin Cancer Treatment. Limited UV Radiation Exposure is the
Number One Form of Prevention. 14. Lung Cancer. Lung Cancer Statistics.
Lungs are the Site of the Exchange of Gases. Risk Factors Associated with
the Development of Lung Cancer. Lack of Distinctive Symptoms Makes Early
Diagnosis Difficult. Lung Cancer is Often Diagnosed at an Advanced Stage.
There are Two Main Categories of Lung Cancer. Three Traditional Therapies
are Used in Lung Cancer Treatment. Is There Discrimination in Cancer
Research Funding? 15. Colorectal Cancer. Colon and Rectum are the Last Two
Sections of the Gastrointestinal Tract. Risk Factors for Colorectal Cancer.
Screening Tests. Treatment Options. Targeted Therapies. Screening Tests
Performed After the Course of Treatment. 16. Leukemia and Lymphoma.
Leukemia Statistics. Leukemia is a Cancer of the Blood Cells. The Exact
Cause of Leukemia is Unknown. Early Symptoms of Leukemia. Laboratory
Studies are Necessary to Determine the Diagnosis. There are Many Types of
Leukemia. Nonchemotherapeutic Options have Significantly Improved Survival
Rates. Lymphoma is a Malignancy of the Lymphatic System. Hodgkin's vs.
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Certain Risk Factors are Associated with an
Increased Incidence of Lymphoma. Diagnosing Lymphoma Involves Biopsies and
Imaging Tests. Lymphomas Must be Classified to Determine Appropriate
Treatment. Treatment Options Depend on the Type of Lymphoma, Stage, and
Extent of Metastasis. Glossary. Index. Companion website
www.wiley.com/go/almeida/cancer