The Biological Basis of Cancer
Author:   William T. Blows (City University London, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Edition:   2nd edition
ISBN:  

9781032484471


Pages:   376
Publication Date:   31 January 2025
Format:   Paperback
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The Biological Basis of Cancer


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Introducing the biology of neoplastic disorders, this accessible book looks at how cancer damages the body, and how the treatments work. Updated with the most recent research evidence, this unique text explains the basic biology of neoplastic disease; discusses the biology of the wide range of common cancers, now including neurological disorders; identifies and explains the biological causes of cancer, with a focus on genetics, hormones, and environmental factors; explains drug action in chemotherapy and analgesia; discusses the role of nutrition in neoplastic disorders and their treatment. Presenting the essential knowledge for working with cancer patients and their families, this textbook is an important read for those working in cancer care or undertaking study in this area.

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Author:   William T. Blows (City University London, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Edition:   2nd edition
Weight:   0.720kg
ISBN:  

9781032484471


ISBN 10:   1032484470
Pages:   376
Publication Date:   31 January 2025
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us.

Table of Contents

1. Cell Biology and Cancer 2. The Causes of Cancer 1: Genes and Epigenetics 3. The Causes of Cancer 2: Chemical and Radiation 4. The Causes of Cancer 3: Viruses and Hormones 5. Immunology and Immunotherapy 6. Metastases 7. Blood and Lymphatic Cancers 8. Cancers of the Digestive System 9. Cancer of the Respiratory System 10. Cancer of the Renal System 11. Cancers of the Female Reproductive System 12. Cancers of the Male Reproductive System 13. Skin Cancers 14. Cancer of the Skeletal and Nervous Systems 15. Pain and Analgesia 16. Treatment of Cancer 1: Pharmacology and Chemotherapy 17. The Treatment of Cancer 2: Other Therapies and Screening 18. Nutrition and the Cancer Patient

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William T. Blows was formerly a lecturer at City University of London, UK, where he taught biology to nurses.

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