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OverviewHow to treat advanced prostatic cancer remains controversial, despite intense basic and clinical research investigating the pathogenesis and natural history of this unique cancer highly prevalent in elderly males. Nine experts were asked to meet and discuss the facts. This resulting monograph gives an overview of the available knowledge on all aspects of the subject. The objective evaluation and consensus opinion of the authors presented here set this book apart from other publications with conflicting viewpoints. For readers eager to obtain a comprehensive and balanced view of the thousands of clinical contributions and clear advice on the choices, this book is a must. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Louis DenisPublisher: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Imprint: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K Edition: Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1991 Dimensions: Width: 21.00cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 27.70cm Weight: 0.303kg ISBN: 9783642762802ISBN 10: 3642762808 Pages: 100 Publication Date: 23 December 2011 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand ![]() We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsThe Epidemiology of Prostate Cancer.- The Molecular Biology of Prostate Cancer.- The Endocrinological Basis for Hormonal Therapy of Prostate Tumours.- Oestrogens and Estracyt in Prostate Cancer.- Antiandrogens in the Treatment of Prostate Cancer.- Surgical versus Medical Castration in the Management of Advanced Prostate Cancer.- Second-Line Endocrine Treatment in Advanced Prostate Cancer.- Chemotherapy for Advanced Prostate Cancer.- Current Trends of Treatment.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |