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Encyclopedia of Cancer


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Health & Fitness Medical
Geliştirici: Jon Than Sim
3.99 USD

This app is a unique and invaluable source of information for anyone touched by cancer. This collection of over 450 entries provides in-depth coverage of specific cancer types, diagnostic procedures, treatments, cancer side effects, and cancer drugs. In addition, entries have been included to facilitate understanding of common cancer-related concepts, such as cancer biology, carcinogenesis, and cancer genetics, as well as cancer issues such as clinical trials, home health care, fertility issues, and cancer prevention.
This encyclopedia minimizes medical jargon and uses language that laypersons can understand, while still providing thorough coverage that will benefit health science students as well. Entries follow a standardized format that provides information at a glance. Rubrics include:
Cancer types

Definition
Description
Demographics
Causes and symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment team
Clincial staging, treatments, and prognosis
Coping with cancer treatment
Clinical trials
Prevention
Special concerns
Resources
Key terms

Cancer drugs

Definition
Purpose
Description
Recommended dosage
Precautions
Side effects
Interactions