Research and Markets: ABC of Lung Cancer - Reference for Those Treating and Caring for Patients with Lung Cancer

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Tue Apr 7, 2009 11:00am EDT

DUBLIN--(Business Wire)--
Research and Markets
(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/69c116/abc_of_lung_cancer) has
announced the addition of John Wiley and Sons Ltd's new report "ABC of Lung
Cancer" to their offering. 

Lung Cancer is the most common cause of cancer death and cancer symptoms. The
ABC of Lung Cancer is a much needed reference for those treating and caring for
patients with lung cancer such as primary care doctors, specialist cancer
nurses, junior doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, radiographers and other health
care professionals. 

This new title in the ABC series covers the epidemiology and diagnosis of lung
cancer, focusing particularly on primary care issues such as what symptoms
require urgent investigation, and when to refer to a specialist. This is a
practical guide for all those involved in the care of the lung cancer patient,
as well as patients and their families and carers. 

Key Topics Covered:

1. Epidemiology, risk factors and prevention. 

2. Symptoms and assessment. 

3. Service organisation and guidelines for referral. 

4. Diagnosis and Staging. 

5. Small Cell Lung Cancer. 

6. Malignant pleural Mesothelioma. 

7. Surgery for non-small cell lung cancer. 

8. Radiotherapy for non-small cell lung cancer. 

9. Combination Therapies for NSCL Cancer. 

10. Screening for lung cancer. 

11. Supportive and Palliative Care. 

For more information visit
http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/69c116/abc_of_lung_cancer



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