Induction chemotherapy: integrated treatment programs for locally advanced cancers

Induction chemotherapy, as part of an integrated plan of management for locally advanced cancers, is being practiced throughout the world, but frequently teams are unaware of the work being undertaken in other institutions. This bookaims to present the full range of management techniques used in induction chemotherapy within one accessible volume. It provides up-to-date information on pioneering and cutting edge practices and documents the advantages of integrated treatment schedules. Patient selection is discussed, and each of the cancertypes for which induction therapy has proved important is considered in detail. All who are responsible for the treatment of patients with locally advancedcancers will find this book to be an invaluable source of information. It will be particularly interesting for specialist oncologists aiming to set up fully comprehensive cancer centers and for health administrators wishing to learn about the benefits of establishing such centers in strategic locations. Describes the applications of induction chemotherapy in different cancer types. Presents integrated treatment practices in different renowned institutions. Devotes detailed attention to pioneering or cutting-edge practices and research. Discusses patient selection. Explains the importance of comprehensive cancer centres. INDICE: Indicatios for Systemic or Regional Delivery in different ClinicalSituations with Techniques for Regional Delivery: Definition and Terminology of Induction Chemotherapy. The Dose Response Principle. Intraarterial Chemotherapy. Drug Removal Systems.-Intracavitary Chemotherapy. Cryotherapy. Cyberknife Radiotherapy for Solid Tumors.-Isolated Thoracic Perfusion with Carotid Artery Infusion for Advanced and Chemoresistant Tumors of the Parotid Gland.-Proton Beam Radiotherapy. Laser Technology. Local and Systemic Hyperthermia. The Role of Hypoxia in Chemotherapy. Locoregional Inducton Chemotherapy for AdvancedCancers: Clinical Data: Head and Neck Cancer. Skin Cancers. Breast Cancers. Sarcomas. Cancers in the Alimentary Tract. Urinary Tract Cancers. Pelvic and Female Genital Cancers.-Lung Cancer. Cancers with as yet no established help by Induction Chemotherapy. Quality of Life Estimate Regional vs. Systemic Chemotherapy.

• ISBN: 978-3-642-18172-6
• Editorial: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 310
• Fecha Publicación: 01/05/2011
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés