By
Orla McArdle, MB, BCh, BAO, MRCPI, FFRRCSI, Specialist Registrar in Radiation Oncology, St. Luke's Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
Deirdre O'Mahony, MB, BCh, BAO, MRCP, MSc, Medical Oncologist, HOPE Directorate, St James' Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
Description
This highly illustrated, introductory text on all aspects of oncology is aimed at the non-specialist who needs a factual overview of cancer
incidence and treatment. It covers the management of all the major cancers - including lung, breast, GI, gynaecological, genitourinary,
etc. - as well as general principles of patient management, the main treatment options for any form of cancer, oncological emergencies
and palliative care.
Included in series
Illustrated Colour Text
Audience:
• Medical students • Oncological nurses • Other members of the oncology health care team
