Medical Oncology: Basic Principles and Clinical Management of CancerPaul Calabresi, P. S. Schein The first edition pioneered new territory in the literature as the only definitive text-reference devoted to cancer management by the internist or primary care physician. Now as more & more cancer patients are being managed by this group, the second edition of Medical Oncology: Basic Principles & Clinical Management comes at the ideal time. The book is completely revised with new material on: Cancer & Pregnancy, AIDS, integration of molecular biology of cancer & new biologic response modifiers, plus timely coverage of how to effectively manage the cancer patient in the office setting; expanded coverage of nursing in cancer & completely revamped section on supportive care. |
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SECTION A Biology of Cancer | 3 |
Molecular Biology for the Oncologist | 15 |
Oncogenes | 23 |
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