Overview
- Provides updated explanation of the molecular basis of lung cancer within the context of rapidly evolving insights
- Integrates new information on genomics and bioinformatics that guide therapeutic decisions for the treatment of lung cancer
- Includes expertise for special populations and emphasizes the importance of collaborative care for lung cancer
Part of the book series: Cancer Treatment and Research (CTAR, volume 170)
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Table of contents (14 chapters)
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Front Matter
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About this book
This book describes the molecular mechanisms of lung cancer development and progression that determine therapeutic interventions in the era of genomics, when the rapid evolution in lung cancer diagnosis and treatment necessitates critical review of new results to integrate advances into practice.  The text opens with background and emerging information regarding the molecular biology of lung cancer pathogenesis. Updated results regarding lung cancer prevention and screening are discussed, followed by chapters on diagnostic techniques and pathological evaluation. This leads on to a detailed presentation of treatment modalities, from surgery and radiation therapy to standard chemotherapy and targeted agents. The coverage includes resistance to therapy and the emergence of immunotherapy for lung cancer; in addition, the current evidence in respect of small cell lung cancer is summarized. The book presents insights from experts across disciplines to emphasize the importance of collaborative care. Advances in our understanding of issues in geriatric oncology and palliative care complete the comprehensive discussion of lung cancer.
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Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Lung Cancer
Book Subtitle: Treatment and Research
Editors: Karen L. Reckamp
Series Title: Cancer Treatment and Research
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-40389-2
Publisher: Springer Cham
eBook Packages: Medicine, Medicine (R0)
Copyright Information: Springer International Publishing Switzerland 2016
Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-319-40387-8Published: 25 August 2016
Softcover ISBN: 978-3-319-82091-0Published: 22 April 2018
eBook ISBN: 978-3-319-40389-2Published: 17 August 2016
Series ISSN: 0927-3042
Series E-ISSN: 2509-8497
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: VI, 322
Number of Illustrations: 5 b/w illustrations, 9 illustrations in colour
Topics: Oncology, Thoracic Surgery, Radiotherapy