{"product_id":"oncology-at-a-glance-isbn-9781394292691","title":"Oncology At A Glance","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe market‐leading \u003ci\u003eat a Glance\u003c\/i\u003e series is popular among healthcare students and newly qualified practitioners for its concise and simple approach and excellent illustrations. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach bite‐sized chapter is covered in a double‐page spread with clear, easy‐to‐follow diagrams supported by succinct explanatory text. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovering a wide range of topics, books in the \u003ci\u003eat a Glance\u003c\/i\u003e series are ideal as introductory texts for teaching, learning and revision, and are useful throughout university and beyond. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEverything you need to know about Oncology… \u003ci\u003eat a Glance!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover a comprehensive, newly-revised edition of \u003ci\u003eOncology at a Glance!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eOncology at a Glance\u003c\/i\u003e demystifies the complexities of cancer biology and treatment for medical students and junior healthcare practitioners. With updated content including emerging therapies, multidisciplinary team approaches, and palliative care, \u003ci\u003eOncology at a Glance, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e bridges gaps in the often-fragmented exposure to oncology during clinical training. Real-world case studies and accompanying exercises deepen comprehension, enhance understanding, and support problem-solving in oncology practice. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal for foundational learning or a quick refresher in clinical practice, \u003ci\u003eOncology at a Glance, Second Edition:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsolidates key information into concise sections on individual cancers and broader oncological principles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers foundational cancer biology, investigation, clinical management, and key human issues such as communication and palliative care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes multiple-choice questions, self-assessment exercises, and a companion website with interactive self-testing features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloped with feedback from medical students to ensure relevance and clarity, \u003ci\u003eOncology at a Glance, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e remains a must-have for undergraduate medical students, nursing students, junior doctors, and allied health professionals. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll content reviewed by students for students\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWiley Health Science books are designed exactly for their intended audience. All of our books are developed in collaboration with students. This means that our books are always published with you, the student, in mind. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you would like to be one of our student reviewers, go to \u003cb\u003ewww.reviewnursingbooks.com\u003c\/b\u003e to find out more. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis title is also available as an e-book. For more details, please see \u003cb\u003ewww.wiley.com\/buy\/9781394292691\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e About the Authors vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbbreviations xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1 Scientific foundation of oncology 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 The global burden of cancer 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 The nomenclature of cancer 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Environmental determinants of cancer 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 The hallmarks of cancer 1 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 The hallmarks of cancer 2 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 The hallmarks of cancer 3 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 The hallmarks of cancer 4 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 The hallmarks of cancer 5 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Cancer genetics and inherited cancer 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2 Clinical aspects of oncology 23\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Communicating with cancer patients 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Presenting problems in a patient with cancer 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Paraneoplastic syndromes 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 Metabolic emergencies in cancer patients 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14 Oncological emergencies 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15 Investigation and management of metastatic disease 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16 Tumour markers 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17 Screening for cancer 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18 Imaging in oncology 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19 Principles of staging 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20 Approach to treatment and response assessment 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21 Principles of surgical oncology 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e22 Pharmacology of anticancer agents 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e23 Principles of immunotherapy 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e24 Principles of radiotherapy 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e25 Adverse effects of treatment 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e26 Adverse effects of immunotherapy and biological therapy 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e27 Management of nausea 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e28 Analgesia 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e29 Clinical trials in cancer patients 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e30 Role of multidisciplinary teams 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e31 End-of-life care 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3 Specific cancers 69\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e32 Carcinoma of unknown primary 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e33 Breast cancer 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e34 Lung cancer 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e35 Mesothelioma 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e36 Oesophageal cancer 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e37 Gastric cancer 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e38 Colorectal cancer 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e39 Pancreatic cancer 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e40 Hepatobiliary cancer 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e41 Ovarian cancer 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e42 Endometrial cancer 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e43 Cervical cancer 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e44 Germ cell tumours 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e45 Prostate cancer 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e46 Bladder and renal cancer 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e47 Head and neck cancer 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e48 Thyroid cancer 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e49 Bone cancer and sarcoma 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e50 Skin cancer 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e51 Cancers of the central nervous system 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e52 Neuroendocrine tumours 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e53 Leukaemia 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e54 Hodgkin lymphoma 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e55 Non-Hodgkin lymphoma 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e56 Myeloma 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e57 Childhood cancers 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e58 Oncology as a career 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase studies and questions 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnswers to case studies 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 139\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDR. GRAHAM G. DARK\u003c\/b\u003e is a Senior Lecturer in Cancer Education and Honorary Consultant in Medical Oncology at Newcastle University. He authored the speciality curriculum for Medical Oncology and chairs the Specialty Certificate Examination Board at the Royal College of Physicians, London. He is a Fellow of multiple international cancer education associations. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDR. LINDSAY HENNAH\u003c\/b\u003e is a Specialty Registrar in Medical Oncology at Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne. With a focus on gynaecological cancers and medical education, she actively contributes to advancing oncology training. She is a member of the Exam Board for the Specialty Certificate Examination in Medical Oncology.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe market‐leading \u003ci\u003eat a Glance\u003c\/i\u003e series is popular among healthcare students and newly qualified practitioners for its concise and simple approach and excellent illustrations. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach bite‐sized chapter is covered in a double‐page spread with clear, easy‐to‐follow diagrams supported by succinct explanatory text. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovering a wide range of topics, books in the \u003ci\u003eat a Glance\u003c\/i\u003e series are ideal as introductory texts for teaching, learning and revision, and are useful throughout university and beyond. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEverything you need to know about Oncology… \u003ci\u003eat a Glance!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover a comprehensive, newly-revised edition of \u003ci\u003eOncology at a Glance!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eOncology at a Glance\u003c\/i\u003e demystifies the complexities of cancer biology and treatment for medical students and junior healthcare practitioners. With updated content including emerging therapies, multidisciplinary team approaches, and palliative care, \u003ci\u003eOncology at a Glance, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e bridges gaps in the often-fragmented exposure to oncology during clinical training. Real-world case studies and accompanying exercises deepen comprehension, enhance understanding, and support problem-solving in oncology practice. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal for foundational learning or a quick refresher in clinical practice, \u003ci\u003eOncology at a Glance, Second Edition:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsolidates key information into concise sections on individual cancers and broader oncological principles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers foundational cancer biology, investigation, clinical management, and key human issues such as communication and palliative care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes multiple-choice questions, self-assessment exercises, and a companion website with interactive self-testing features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloped with feedback from medical students to ensure relevance and clarity, \u003ci\u003eOncology at a Glance, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e remains a must-have for undergraduate medical students, nursing students, junior doctors, and allied health professionals. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll content reviewed by students for students\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWiley Health Science books are designed exactly for their intended audience. 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