Oxford American Mini-Handbook of Cancer Supportive Care

Häftad, Engelska, 2011

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In recent years, rapid progress in the understanding and treatment of cancer has occurred, with many new and exciting treatment therapies now available to clinicians. Cancer mortality rates have begun to fall as greater and greater progress has been made in both the diagnosis and treatment of malignant diseases. Moreover, there has been considerable progress in our understanding of the basic biology and molecular genetics of cancer as well as the development and availability of an increasing array of novel therapies to complement the traditional modalities of surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. These modalities greatly improved the ability of oncologists to reduce the adverse impact of cancer and its treatment; furthermore, they have enabled patients to complete potentially curative treatments in an optimal fashion. Evidence-based clinical practice guidelines are emerging from a variety of professional organizations to guide clinical decisions and optimize the management of patients with malignant diseases. However, with literally hundreds of medical journals attempting to disseminate the vast amount of new medical knowledge about cancer, it has become an enormous challenge for both trainees and clinical oncologists to remain abreast of the latest and most reliable of new information to provide the best care for their patients. Therefore, a need remains for an updated and portable cancer-care resource that enables the physician to treat the patient with the best information currently available. As part of the Oxford American Mini-Handbook series, this concise yet comprehensive pocket guide provides primary care practitioners, oncologists and other healthcare professionals who regularly treat cancer patients with essential, evidence-based guidance on the all major elements related to cancer supportive care, including pain management and end-of-life care. Edited by a world renowned expert in oncology, this volume outlines management and complication issues common in cancer supportive care, including metabolic emergencies, febrile neutropenia, and spinal cord compression. In the final section, the authors address both physical and psychological end-of-life concerns: nausea and vomiting, anorexia, depression, and caregiver and patient distress. Supplemented with numerous, helpful point-of-care tables and figures, this volume will serve as a key tool for any busy clinician seeking to provide informed and compassionate cancer supportive care.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2011-01-20
Mått127 x 203 x 8 mm
Vikt168 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
SerieOxford American Mini Handbooks
Antal sidor160
FörlagOUP USA
ISBN9780195390469

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1. Anemia and fatigue Introduction Overview of treatment of anemia Recommendations for the treatment of anemia Safety considerations Fatigue in patients with cancerReferences 2. Febrile neutropenia Introduction Risk of febrile neutropenia Complications of febrile neutropenia Evaluation of the patient with febrile neutropenia Empiric antibiotic therapy Prophylaxis of febrile neutropenia Key point summary References3. Pain management Introduction Assessment Causes of cancer patient Understanding the patient's cancer pain Management of cancer pain Management of breakthrough pain Other pain management interventions Further reading 4. Venous thromboembolism Risk of venous thromboembolism Consequences of venous thromboembolism Clinical presentation Prevention and treatment of venous thromboembolism Clinical practice guidelines for venous thromboembolism prophylaxis Key point summary Thrombosis of central venous catheters 5. Metabolic emergencies HypercalcaemiaHyponatraemiaHyperkalaemiaHyperglycaemia and hypoglycaemiaAcute renal failure (ARF) in patients with malignant disease Renal tubular dysfunctionTumour lysis syndrome6. Paraneoplastic syndromes IntroductionEndocrine paraneoplastic syndromesNeurological paraneoplastic syndromesHematological paraneoplastic syndromesDermatologic and skeletal paraneoplastic syndromesFurther reading7. Superior vena cava syndrome and raised intra-cranial pressure Superior vena cava syndromeRaised intracranial pressure (ICP)8. Spinal cord compression 9. Other obstructive complications Bronchial obstruction and stridorIntestinal obstructionObstructive jaundiceUrinary tract obstructionFurther reading10. Late effects of cancer treatment IntroductionEndocrine and metabolic dysfunctionFertility issuesOrgan-specific problemsSecondary malignanciesNeuropsychological consequencesReferences and further reading11. End-of-life care Introduction Management of physical symptoms Anorexia and cachexia Constipation Death rattles DeliriumDyspnea Lymphedema Nausea and vomitingNutrition and hydration Management of psychosocial symptoms Communication Depression Distress (patient) Distress (caregiver) Spiritual suffering Terminal agitation Care in the last days of life Further reading