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Asbestos Related Lung Cancer
Asbestos Related Lung Cancer
Thoroughly revised and updated, this Fourth Edition is the most
comprehensive, current reference on lung cancer, with contributions from
the world's foremost surgeons, radiation oncologists, medical
oncologists, pulmonologists, and basic scientists. Coverage includes
complete information on combined modality treatments for small cell and
non-small cell lung cancer and on complications of treatment and
management of metastases. Emphasis is also given to early detection,
screening, prevention, and new imaging techniques.
This edition has expanded thoracic oncology chapters including thymus, mesothelioma, and mediastinal tumors, more detailed discussion of targeted agents, and state-of-the-art information on newer techniques in radiotherapy. Other highlights include more international contributors and greater discussion of changes in lung cancer management in each region of the world. A new editor, Giorgio Scagliotti, MD from the University of Turin, has coordinated the accounts of European activities.
This edition has expanded thoracic oncology chapters including thymus, mesothelioma, and mediastinal tumors, more detailed discussion of targeted agents, and state-of-the-art information on newer techniques in radiotherapy. Other highlights include more international contributors and greater discussion of changes in lung cancer management in each region of the world. A new editor, Giorgio Scagliotti, MD from the University of Turin, has coordinated the accounts of European activities.
Asbestos Related Lung Cancer
Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related death in men,
and in women it has surpassed even breast cancer. The primary cause of
lung cancer in up to 90 percent of patients is smoking, and it is
estimated that bronchiogenic carcinoma will develop in 10 to 15 percent
of all smokers. Environmental factors -- for example, passive smoke,
occupational exposure to asbestos or chromium, and air pollution -- as
well as genetic predisposition in a multistep carcinogenic process may
both play a part. Nevertheless, cessation of cigarette smoking is the
most effective, most easily achievable, and least expensive intervention
in reducing the risk of lung cancer.
Asbestos Related Lung Cancer
Despite marked progress in the treatment of lung cancer, most patients
still die of their disease within several months to a few years. Some
patients and physicians have a nihilistic perception of the treatment of
lung cancer, and adequate treatment is often delayed or not even
considered. However, even locally advanced disease can be cured in many
patients with the appropriate multimodal therapy. Patients with a
suspected or confirmed diagnosis of lung cancer are best evaluated by a
team of lung-cancer specialists consisting of thoracic surgeons, medical
oncologists, radiation therapists, pneumologists, radiologists, and
pathologists.
Asbestos Related Lung Cancer
Lung Cancer: Principles and Practice reflects this multidisciplinary
approach to a common disease. Lung cancer should be suspected in any
patient who presents with persistent cough or hemoptysis or with deep
venous thrombosis, without other clinical explanations or constitutional
symptoms. A simple chest radiograph may reveal a pulmonary mass, and
subsequent computed tomography of the chest and upper abdomen will allow
rapid assessment of any extension of the tumor into the mediastinum and
of any metastases to the liver and adrenals. Tissue diagnosis should
then be performed by the most appropriate means (e.g., transthoracic
fine-needle biopsy, transbronchial biopsy, or mediastinoscopy). The
advantages and appropriateness of each technique are discussed in detail
in this book.
Asbestos Related Lung Cancer
Pass' book is excellent, well-written, and comprehensive. It is one of
the first books patients and family members should go to, though they
should be cautioned that the book is written for a medical audience.
Skip the first two chapters on mollecular biology which are far too
technical, and go to some of the other chapters written in a detailed
but comprehensive fashion. This book will prove exceptionally useful,
but tough reading for many, so keep a medical dictionary and encylopedia
nearby.
Asbestos Related Lung Cancer
