60 years of survival outcomes at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat32423
M. Alma Rodriguez, Ronald S. Walters, Thomas W. Burke, editors.
--New York, NY:
Springer
, c2013.
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This unique book provides a retrospective analysis of the changes in survival outcomes at The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center over the past six decades. Since opening its doors in 1944, M.D. Anderson has kept a continuous, uninterrupted data repository of the treatment and outcomes of each of its patients. It is this visionary database from the Center's tumor registry which makes this groundbreaking book possible. Tracking results across time, the book shows radical shifts in ou…
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- Other Authors
- Rodriguez, M. Alma
- Walters, Ronald S
- Burke, Thomas W
- Responsibility
- M. Alma Rodriguez, Ronald S. Walters, Thomas W. Burke, editors
- Place of Publication
- New York, NY
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2013
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xiii, 346 p. : 124 ill. in color)
- ISBN
- 9781461451976
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Academies and Institutes - history
- History, 20th century
- History, 21st century
- Neoplasms - epidemiology
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Registries
- Survival Analysis
- Texas - epidemiology
- Treatment Outcome
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Oncology
- Epidemiology
- Abstract
- This unique book provides a retrospective analysis of the changes in survival outcomes at The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center over the past six decades. Since opening its doors in 1944, M.D. Anderson has kept a continuous, uninterrupted data repository of the treatment and outcomes of each of its patients. It is this visionary database from the Center's tumor registry which makes this groundbreaking book possible. Tracking results across time, the book shows radical shifts in outcomes trends, where great progress has been made, and where there is still a long way to go, and offers a snapshot of the parallel history of developments in care. Such data is crucial to informing how patients are counseled, how treatment decisions are determined, and how prognoses are made. 60 Years of Survival Outcomes at The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center is the only book to concurrently present longitudinal data on survival outcomes across the spectrum of rare and common cancers. Each chapter deals with a specific disease site, discussing current management approaches and presenting key data replete with illustrative charts, graphs, and tables. With the resources available only to the practitioners at this inimitable institution, this book heralds a cornerstone moment in the study of survival outcomes and the depth of our knowledge of cancer care.
- Contents
- Ch. 1:Introduction -- Ch. 2:History of MD Anderson's Tumor Registry -- Ch. 3:Statistical Methods -- Ch. 4:Breast Cancer -- Ch. 5:Prostate Cancer -- Ch. 6:Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer -- Ch. 7:Small Cell Lung Cancer -- Ch. 8:Colon Cancer -- Ch. 9:Ovarian Cancer -- Ch. 10:Cervical Cancer -- Ch. 11:Endometrial Cancer -- Ch. 12:Pancreatic Cancer (Exocrine) -- Ch. 13:Kidney Cancer -- Ch. 14:Bladder Cancer -- Ch. 15:Cutaneous Melanoma -- Ch. 16:Liver Cancer -- Ch. 17:Esophageal Cancer -- Ch. 18:Gastric Cancer -- Ch. 19:Acute Myeloid Leukemia -- Ch. 20:Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia/Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma -- Ch. 21:Hodgkin Lymphoma -- Ch. 22:Non-Hodgkin Indolent B-Cell Lymphoma -- Ch. 23:Non-Hodgkin Aggressive B-Cell Lymphoma -- Ch. 24:Multiple Myeloma -- Ch. 25:Head and Neck Cancer -- Ch. 26:Thyroid Cancer -- Ch. 27:Soft Tissue Sarcomas -- Ch. 28:Sarcomas of Bone -- Index.
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- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Abdominal Neuroendocrine Tumors
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat43267
Massimo Carlini, editor.
--Milano:
Springer
, c2018.
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This book aims to equip readers with a better understanding of neuroendocrine tumors of the abdomen and explains how to manage them optimally by making use of novel therapeutic options that represent major advances on previous treatments. The most recent advances in epidemiology, genetics, molecular biology, biomarkers, pathology, diagnostics, clinical assessment, medical therapy, and surgical treatment are presented. The information and data provided will stimulate readers to develop their per…
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- Other Authors
- Carlini, Massimo
- Responsibility
- Massimo Carlini, editor
- Place of Publication
- Milano
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2018
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xvii, 198 p.) : 20 illus., 10 illus. in color
- Series Title
- Updates in surgery
- ISBN
- 9788847039551
- 9788847039544 (print ed.)
- 9788847039568 (print ed.)
- 9788847039711 (print ed.)
- ISSN
- 2280-9848
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Abdominal Neoplasms
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Specialty
- Endocrinology
- Neurology
- Medical Oncology
- Abstract
- This book aims to equip readers with a better understanding of neuroendocrine tumors of the abdomen and explains how to manage them optimally by making use of novel therapeutic options that represent major advances on previous treatments. The most recent advances in epidemiology, genetics, molecular biology, biomarkers, pathology, diagnostics, clinical assessment, medical therapy, and surgical treatment are presented. The information and data provided will stimulate readers to develop their personal opinions on significant issues and assist in decision making in individual patients during routine clinical practice. The book features a multidisciplinary approach and is designed to meet the needs of all physicians seeking comprehensive guidance from experts on the management of patients with neuroendocrine tumors. It will also be of value for researchers wishing to acquaint themselves with the state of the art in the field and emerging research avenues. Abdominal Neuroendocrine Tumors is published in Springer's highly successful Updates in Surgery series, which now comprises more than 20 titles.
- Contents
- Part I. Nosography -- 1. Neuroendocrine Tumors: a Nosologic Framework -- 2. Classification of Abdominal Neuroendocrine Tumors -- 3. Hereditary Syndromes and Abdominal Neuroendocrine Tumors -- 4. Sporadic Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors -- Part II. Diagnosis -- 5. Neuroendocrine Tumors Biomarkers -- 6. Endoscopic Diagnosis of Gastrointestinal and Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors -- 7. Role of Non-Functional Imaging in the Diagnosis of Abdominal Neuroendocrine Tumors -- 8. Role of Functional Imaging in the Diagnosis of Neuroendocrine Tumors -- 9. Pathological Analysis of Abdominal Neuroendocrine Tumors -- Part III. Management -- 10. Management of Gastric Neuroendocrine Tumors -- 11. Management of Pancreatic and Duodenal Neuroendocrine Tumors -- 12. Management of Ileal, Appendiceal and Colorectal Neuroendocrine Tumors -- 13. Management of Liver Metastases from Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Abeloff's clinical oncology
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat32179
[edited by] John E. Niederhuber, James O. Armitage, Michael B. Kastan ...[et al.].
(6th ed.)
--Philadelphia, PA:
Elsevier
, c2020.
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Easily accessible and clinically focused, Abeloff's Clinical Oncology, 6th Edition, covers recent advances in our understanding of the pathophysiology of cancer, cellular and molecular causes of cancer initiation and progression, new and emerging therapies, current trials, and much more. Masterfully authored by an international team of leading cancer experts, it offers clear, practical coverage of everything from basic science to multidisciplinary collaboration on diagnosis, staging, treatment…
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- Other Authors
- Niederhuber, John E.
- Responsibility
- [edited by] John E. Niederhuber, James O. Armitage, Michael B. Kastan ...[et al.]
- Edition
- 6th ed.
- Alternate Title
- Clinical oncology
- Place of Publication
- Philadelphia, PA
- Publisher
- Elsevier
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource, 2072 p.
- ISBN
- 9780323476744
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Medical Oncology - methods
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Oncology
- Cancer--Treatment
- Specialty
- Medical Oncology
- Abstract
- Easily accessible and clinically focused, Abeloff's Clinical Oncology, 6th Edition, covers recent advances in our understanding of the pathophysiology of cancer, cellular and molecular causes of cancer initiation and progression, new and emerging therapies, current trials, and much more. Masterfully authored by an international team of leading cancer experts, it offers clear, practical coverage of everything from basic science to multidisciplinary collaboration on diagnosis, staging, treatment and follow up.
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- Registration required for PDF access.
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- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Abeloff's clinical oncology
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat50317
Niederhuber, John.
(6th ed.)
--Philadelphia, PA:
Elsevier Saunders
, 2020.
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- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Author
- Niederhuber, John
- Edition
- 6th ed.
- Place of Publication
- Philadelphia, PA
- Publisher
- Elsevier Saunders
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- ISBN
- 9780323476744
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Medical Oncology - methods
- Notes
- Access to this online resource is restricted to IWK Health Centre employees working from inside the hospital network.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Absolute Clinical Radiation Oncology Review
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat44248
Daniel M. Trifiletti, Nicholas G. Zaorsky, editors.
--Cham:
Springer
, 2019.
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This book provides a quick reference guide for clinicians in radiation oncology. It is designed to be an intuitive and easily reviewed study guide for board or maintenance of certification examinations, as well as a quick reference for residents and established radiation oncologists who need a refresher. The text begins with a general pearls chapter that radiation oncologists should consider in all aspects of their practice, including cancer visibility, dosing, counseling recommendations, and t…
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- Other Authors
- Trifiletti, Daniel M.
- Zaorsky, Nicholas G.
- Responsibility
- Daniel M. Trifiletti, Nicholas G. Zaorsky, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xvii, 492 p.) : 191 illus., 178 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783319968094
- 9783319968087 (Print ed.)
- 9783319968100 (Print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Radiation Oncology
- Specialty
- Medical Oncology
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- This book provides a quick reference guide for clinicians in radiation oncology. It is designed to be an intuitive and easily reviewed study guide for board or maintenance of certification examinations, as well as a quick reference for residents and established radiation oncologists who need a refresher. The text begins with a general pearls chapter that radiation oncologists should consider in all aspects of their practice, including cancer visibility, dosing, counseling recommendations, and toxicity management. The subsequent chapters then delve into different cancer disease sites, including pediatrics, central nervous system, head and neck, thoracic, breast, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, genitourinary, hematologic, soft tissue, palliative, and radiophysics/radiobiology. Within each chapter, each disease and its recommended approach is then summarized in only a few pages, allowing a focus on the most essential information. Bullet points, figures, tables, and images make for an intuitive reader experience. The text includes the 7th and 8th editions staging from the American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC). Recommendations are taken from the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO), the European Society for Radiation Oncology (ESTRO), and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Planning guides for imaging, diagnosis, and staging offer readers a starting point in approaching each patient based on disease origin, and dosing guidelines then detail consideration for treatment methods. Each chapter additionally includes disease-specific pearls and key points to test the knowledge reviewed in the chapters. Experts in the disease sites from the United States serve as senior authors on each chapter. The authors include all diseases associated with radiation oncology training to ensure a comprehensive resource for exam studying and clinical care. Residents, trainees, and established radiation oncologists find this an ideal study resource for both board and certification exams, as well as an easily accessible aid during practice.
- Contents
- 1. General Principles of Radiation Oncology -- 2. Pediatrics Cancers - 3. Central Nervous System Cancers -- 4. Head and Neck Cancers -- 5. Lung Cancer -- 6. Breast Cancer -- 7. Gastrointestinal Cancers -- 8. Genitourinary Cancers -- 9. Gynecologic Cancers -- 10. Hematologic Cancers -- 11. Soft Tissue Cancers -- 12. Bone/Spine Cancers -- 13. Physics and Radiobiology.
- Format
- e-Book
- Publication Type
- Outline
- Location
- Online
Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation : Techniques and Clinical Implementation
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat28378
edited by David E. Wazer, Douglas W. Arthur, Frank A. Vicini.
(2nd ed.)
--Berlin, Heidelberg:
Springer
, c2009.
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- Location
- Online
- Available Online
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- Author
- Wazer, David E
- Other Authors
- Arthur, Douglas W
- Vicini, Frank A
- Responsibility
- edited by David E. Wazer, Douglas W. Arthur, Frank A. Vicini
- Edition
- 2nd ed.
- Place of Publication
- Berlin, Heidelberg
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2009
- ISBN
- 9783540880066
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Breast Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Radiotherapy, Conformal - methods
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Radiotherapy
- Oncology
- Gynecology
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Acquired Cystic Disease of the Kidney and Renal Cell Carcinoma : Complications of Long-Term Dialysis
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat28396
by Isao Ishikawa.
--Tokyo:
Springer
, c2007.
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- Location
- Online
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- Author
- Ishikawa, Isao
- Responsibility
- by Isao Ishikawa
- Place of Publication
- Tokyo
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2007
- ISBN
- 9784431694816
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Nephrology
- Oncology
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Active Surveillance for Localized Prostate Cancer : A New Paradigm for Clinical Management
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat31028
Laurence Klotz, editor.
--New York, NY:
Humana Press
, c2012.
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Active Surveillance for Localized Prostate Cancer: A New Paradigm for Clinical Management will serve as a useful resource for physicians dealing with, and interested in, this complex and evolving branch of prostate cancer management. The book will also be of interest to scientifically literate patients and their families. The volume provides an introduction to the concept of active surveillance in oncology in general and prostate cancer specifically. The primary focus is to provide a comprehens…
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- Other Authors
- Klotz, Laurence
- Responsibility
- Laurence Klotz, editor
- Place of Publication
- New York, NY
- Publisher
- Humana Press
- Date of Publication
- c2012
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xi, 208 p. : 33 ill., 22 ill. in color)
- Series Title
- Current clinical urology
- ISBN
- 9781617799129
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Disease Progression
- Early Diagnosis
- Prostatic Neoplasms - diagnosis
- Prostatic Neoplasms - therapy
- Watchful Waiting
- Abstract
- Active Surveillance for Localized Prostate Cancer: A New Paradigm for Clinical Management will serve as a useful resource for physicians dealing with, and interested in, this complex and evolving branch of prostate cancer management. The book will also be of interest to scientifically literate patients and their families. The volume provides an introduction to the concept of active surveillance in oncology in general and prostate cancer specifically. The primary focus is to provide a comprehensive guide to the management of patients on surveillance. The volume covers the many complexities and nuances to this approach including, patient selection, risk assessment, how to overcome 'cancer hysteria' when counseling patients, identifying appropriate triggers for intervention, use of PSA kinetics and MR imaging information, technique and frequency of biopsies, secondary prevention interventions, and the relative roles of surveillance and focal therapy.
- Contents
- 1. The Problem of Cancer Overdiagnosis and Overtreatment -- 2. Patient Selection for Active Surveillance -- 3. Predicting High Risk Disease Using Tissue Biomarkers -- 4. Predicting High Risk Disease Using Serum and DNA Biomarkers -- 5. Triggers for Intervention in Men on Surveillance -- 6. The Role of MRI in Active Surveillance -- 7. Active Surveillance: The European Experience -- 8. Active Surveillance: The Canadian Experience -- 9. Psychosocial Aspects of Active Surveillance -- 10. Statistical Considerations for Patient Selection and Triggers for Intervention in Active Surveillance -- 11. Interpreting PSA Kinetics using GLMM Technique -- 12. The Potential Benefits of Diet and Physical Activity among Active Surveillance Patients with Low-Burden Prostate Cancer -- 13. The Role of 5[alpha]-Reductase Inhibitors (5-ARIs) in Expectant Management of Low Risk Prostate Cancer -- 14. Urologists' Opinion on Active Surveillance: United States vs. the Netherlands -- 15. Clinical "Pearls" in Managing Patients on Surveillance -- 16. Active Surveillance, Focal Therapy and the Future -- 17. The Economics of Active Surveillance for Prostate Cancer -- 18. The Future of Active Surveillance.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Active Surveillance for Localized Prostate Cancer : A New Paradigm for Clinical Management
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat43371
Laurence Klotz, editor.
(Second edition)
--Cham:
Humana Press
, c2018.
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- Location
- Online
This fully updated and revised new edition provides a comprehensive, state-of-the art review of this field, and will serve as a valuable resource for clinicians, surgeons and researchers with an interest in prostate cancer. The book reviews new data about molecular characteristics of the disease, profiles the new grading system for prostate cancer introduced in 2015, and provides new perspectives about imaging of prostate cancer, as well as the role of targeted biopsies. The text summarizes the…
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- View e-Book
- Other Authors
- Klotz, Laurence
- Responsibility
- Laurence Klotz, editor
- Edition
- Second edition
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Humana Press
- Date of Publication
- c2018
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xii, 250 p.) : 39 illus., 27 illus. in color
- Series Title
- Current clinical urology
- ISBN
- 9783319627106
- 9783319627090 (print ed.)
- 9783319627113 (print ed.)
- 9783319873756 (print ed.)
- ISSN
- 2197-7194
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Disease Progression
- Medical Overuse - prevention & control
- Prostatic Neoplasms - diagnosis
- Prostatic Neoplasms - therapy
- Watchful Waiting
- Specialty
- Medical Oncology
- Urology
- Abstract
- This fully updated and revised new edition provides a comprehensive, state-of-the art review of this field, and will serve as a valuable resource for clinicians, surgeons and researchers with an interest in prostate cancer. The book reviews new data about molecular characteristics of the disease, profiles the new grading system for prostate cancer introduced in 2015, and provides new perspectives about imaging of prostate cancer, as well as the role of targeted biopsies. The text summarizes the role of biomarkers and MRI in patient selection and management and details the world wide results of active surveillance. Specific chapters address communication and ethical issues, QOL outcomes, economic aspects, and psycho-social aspects of surveillance. The role of focal therapy for low risk disease is summarized, and the data supporting preventive interventions during surveillance reviewed. This text will serve as a very useful resource for physicians and researchers dealing with, and interested in this common malignancy, as it provides a concise yet comprehensive summary of the current status of the field that will help guide patient management and stimulate investigative efforts.
- Contents
- Cancer Overdiagnosis and Overtreatment -- Can We Screen and Still Reduce Overdiagnosis? -- The Role of Fear in Overdiagnosis and Overtreatment -- Ethical and Legal Considerations in Active Surveillance for Prostate Cancer -- Gleason 6 Tumors Should Still Be Labeled As Cancer -- Risk Based Selection for Active Surveillance -- Surveillance at the Margins: Management of High Volume Gleason 6, PSA>10, or Gleason 3+4 -- How Should Patients on Active Surveillance be Followed? -- Triggers for Intervention -- MR Imaging in Prostate Tumor Volume Assessment: How Accurate? -- Can MRI Replace Biopsy in Men on Surveillance? -- Tissue Based Markers for Risk Prediction -- International AS Registry: The Movember Foundation's Global Action Plan Prostate Cancer Active Surveillance Initiative -- Better Informed Decision Making to Optimize Patient Selection -- How Does QOL Compare Between Surveillance and Active Treatment? -- The Potential Benefits of Diet and Physical Activity among Active Surveillance Patients with Low-Burden Prostate Cancer -- Is there a Role for Pharmacologic Manipulation to Prevent Progression in Men on Active Surveillance? The Role of 5-ARIs, Statins, and Metformin -- The Update of Active Surveillance around the World: Utilization and Outcomes -- Tissue Preservation: Active Surveillance and Focal Therapy as Complimentary Strategies -- The Economics of Active Surveillance for Prostate Cancer -- Research Questions in Active Surveillance.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Acupuncture and Moxibustion as an Evidence-based Therapy for Cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat31284
William C.S. Cho, editor.
--Dordrecht:
Springer
, c2012.
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Cancer is one of the leading killers in the world and the incidence is increasing, but most cancer patients and cancer survivors suffer much from the disease and its conventional treatments' side effects. In the past, clinical data showed that some complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) possessed anticancer abilities, but some clinicians and scientists have queried about the scientific validity of CAM due to the lack of scientific evidence. There is great demand in narrowing the knowledge…
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- Cho, William C.S.
- Responsibility
- William C.S. Cho, editor
- Place of Publication
- Dordrecht
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2012
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xi, 354 p. : 25 ill., 18 ill. in color)
- Series Vol.
- v. 3
- ISBN
- 9789400748330
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Acupuncture Therapy
- Evidence-Based Medicine
- Moxibustion
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Oncology
- Alternative medicine
- Acupuncture
- Abstract
- Cancer is one of the leading killers in the world and the incidence is increasing, but most cancer patients and cancer survivors suffer much from the disease and its conventional treatments' side effects. In the past, clinical data showed that some complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) possessed anticancer abilities, but some clinicians and scientists have queried about the scientific validity of CAM due to the lack of scientific evidence. There is great demand in narrowing the knowledge gap to explore the scientific and evidence-based knowledge of CAM in the anticancer field. With this aim, an unparalleled undertaking of a book series is launched to structurally consolidate this area. Although acupuncture and moxibustion have been practiced for millennia, they have come under scientific investigation only recently. Acupuncture and moxibustion have been used clinically to treat cancer-related symptoms (e.g. cancer pain, anxiety, depression and insomnia), manage treatment-induced side effects (e.g. hot flashes, nausea and vomiting) and enhance immunity (e.g. blood cell count, lymphocyte and natural killer cell activity). This is the first book manages to provide comprehensive and updated scientific evidence of the effectiveness of acupuncture and moxibustion intervention for cancer care. Laboratory and animal studies have uncovered the mechanisms of acupuncture and moxibustion for cancer therapy. Promising results of most clinical trials show the efficacy and safety of acupuncture and moxibustion in cancer management. This book consists of fifteen chapters which address a range of important aspects that will impact on the application of acupuncture and moxibustion. An overview of the safety and side effects of acupuncture and moxibustion for cancer care are also covered. In addition, the integration of acupuncture with Western medicine in cancer treatment and recent clinical trials are included as well. Opinion leaders around the world have teamed up to pursue a thorough and up-to-date review of the area, this volume will contribute great to the cancer, clinical and academic community by providing evidence-based information on the efficacy of acupuncture and moxibustion as an anticancer therapy.
- Contents
- Prelims -- 1. An Overview of Acupuncture and Moxibustion for Cancer Care -- 2. The Mechanistic Studies of Acupuncture and Moxibustion -- 3. Acupuncture for Cancer Pain -- 4. Acupuncture for the Treatment of Hot Flashes in Cancer Patients -- 5. Acupuncture and Moxibustion for Cancer-related Symptoms -- 6. Use of Acupuncture and Moxibustion in the Control of Anticancer Therapy-induced Nausea and Vomiting -- 7. Acupuncture and Moxibustion for Side Effects of Chemotherapy in Cancer Patients -- 8. Acupuncture for the Treatment of Symptoms Associated with Radiation Therapy -- 9. Quality of Life of Cancer Patients after Acupuncture and Moxibution Treatment -- 10. Acupuncture and Moxibustion for Palliative and Supportive Cancer Care -- 11. Is Acupuncture or Moxibustion Better Than a Sham or Placebo-treatment?-12. Safety and Side Effects of Acupuncture and Moxibustion as a Therapy for Cancer -- 13. Acupuncture and Moxibustion in Animal Models of Cancer -- 14. Integrating Acupuncture with Western Medicine in Cancer Treatment -- 15. Recent Clinical Trials of Acupuncture for Cancer Patients. Index.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Acute Leukemias
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat46470
Stefan H. Faderl, Hagop M. Kantarjian, Elihu Estey, editors.
(Second edition)
--Cham:
Springer
, c2021.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Access
- NEW Springer 2021
- Location
- Online
The new edition of this well-received book provides a timely update of current knowledge on the biology, disease classification, and treatment of the acute leukemias – acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Throughout, the focus is on the provision of state of the art information and guidance that will meet the needs of clinicians. Chapters have been extensively revised to take into account advances in understanding and management that have been achieved over the p…
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Other Authors
- Faderl, Stefan H.
- Kantarjian, Hagop M.
- Estey, Elihu
- Responsibility
- Stefan H. Faderl, Hagop M. Kantarjian, Elihu Estey, editors
- Edition
- Second edition
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2021
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (vi, 289 p.) : 30 illus., 23 illus. in color
- Series Title
- Hematologic Malignancies
- ISBN
- 9783030536336
- 9783030536329 (Print ed.)
- 9783030536343 (Print ed.)
- 9783030536350 (Print ed.)
- ISSN
- 2197-9766
- Specialty
- Hematology
- Medical Oncology
- Abstract
- The new edition of this well-received book provides a timely update of current knowledge on the biology, disease classification, and treatment of the acute leukemias – acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Throughout, the focus is on the provision of state of the art information and guidance that will meet the needs of clinicians. Chapters have been extensively revised to take into account advances in understanding and management that have been achieved over the past few years. In addition, new chapters have been included on selection of AML patients for therapy, a broader discussion of stem cell transplantation in AML, the role of immunotherapy in ALL, the approach to newly diagnosed pediatric ALL, and the diagnosis and management of BCR-ABL-like ALL. New therapies, including investigational ones, are fully covered. As progress continues in the management of acute leukemias this book will be a valuable asset for clinicians at all levels of experience.
- Contents
- Part I. Acute Myeloid Leukemia -- 1. Acute Myeloid Leukemia: Epidemiology and Etiology -- 2. Clinical Presentation, Diagnosis, and Classification of Acute Myeloid Leukemia -- 3. Insights into the Pathobiology of Secondary AML -- 4. Selection of Patients for Individual Acute Myeloid Leukemia Therapies -- 5. Therapy of Newly Diagnosed Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) -- 6. Management of Relapsed/Refractory Acute Myeloid Leukemia -- 7. The Role of Stem Cell Transplant in the Therapy of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) -- 8. Novel and Investigational Therapies in Acute Myeloid Leukemia -- 9. Immune-Based Approaches in AML -- Part II. Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia -- 10. Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: Clinical Presentation, Diagnosis, and Classification -- 11. Frontline Therapy of Newly Diagnosed Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia -- 12. Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) in Children and Adolescents -- 13. Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation (HCT) for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) -- 14. Minimal or Measurable Residual Disease in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia -- 15. Management of Philadelphia Chromosome-Positive Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia -- 16. Ph-Like ALL: Diagnosis and Management -- 17. Adult Burkitt Leukemia/Lymphoma -- 18. Management of Relapsed and Refractory ALL.
- Access
- NEW Springer 2021
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat28951
edited by Judith E. Karp.
--Totowa, NJ:
Humana Press
, c2007.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Author
- Karp, Judith E
- Responsibility
- edited by Judith E. Karp
- Place of Publication
- Totowa, NJ
- Publisher
- Humana Press
- Date of Publication
- c2007
- Series Title
- Contemporary hematology
- ISBN
- 9781597453226
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Leukemia, Myeloid, Acute
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Oncology
- Hematology
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Acute myelogenous leukemia : genetics, biology and therapy
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat30141
- Available Online
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- Other Authors
- Nagarajan, Lalitha
- Place of Publication
- New York, NY
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag
- Date of Publication
- c2010
- Series Vol.
- 145
- Series Title
- Cancer treatment and research
- ISBN
- 9780387692593
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hematology
- Oncology
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat46854
Christoph Röllig, Gert J. Ossenkoppele.
Springer
, 2021.
- Available Online
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- Location
- Online
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Responsibility
- Christoph Röllig, Gert J. Ossenkoppele
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (viii, 358 pages) : illustrations
- Series Title
- Hematologic Malignancies
- ISBN
- 9783030726768
- Specialty
- Hematology
- Medical Oncology
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia : A Clinical Guide
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat42873
edited by Oussama Abla, Francesco Lo Coco, Miguel A. Sanz.
--Cham:
Springer
, c2018.
- Available Online
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- Location
- Online
This book provides a comprehensive overview on the clinical issues and biology of acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) and on the molecular mechanisms of targeted therapy with ATRA and ATO. The text covers major topics such as the pathophysiology of APL coagulopathy, biologic and clinical differences between children and adults with APL, and the role of minimal residual disease monitoring. Additionally, the book summarizes historical, current, and future treatment strategies in both adults and ch…
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- Other Authors
- Abla, Oussama
- Lo Coco, Francesco
- Sanz, Miguel A.
- Responsibility
- edited by Oussama Abla, Francesco Lo Coco, Miguel A. Sanz
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2018
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xii, 274 p.) : 39 illus., 29 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783319642574
- 9783319642567 (print ed.)
- 9783319642581 (print ed.)
- 9783030097134 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Leukemia, Promyelocytic, Acute
- Specialty
- Hematology
- Medical Oncology
- Abstract
- This book provides a comprehensive overview on the clinical issues and biology of acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) and on the molecular mechanisms of targeted therapy with ATRA and ATO. The text covers major topics such as the pathophysiology of APL coagulopathy, biologic and clinical differences between children and adults with APL, and the role of minimal residual disease monitoring. Additionally, the book summarizes historical, current, and future treatment strategies in both adults and children, while highlighting the most recent therapeutic recommendations for relapsed disease and the evolving indications for autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplant. This volume also features chapters focusing on secondary APL and therapy, late effects, rare presentations such as APL in the elderly and during pregnancy, and rare APL variants that may represent therapeutic challenges. Written by top experts in the field,áAcute Promyelocytic Leukemia: A Clinical Guideáis a valuable resource for clinicians and researchers who treat and investigate this disease in children and adults.
- Contents
- History of APL -- Molecular Targets of Treatment in APL -- The Leukemic Stem Cell -- The Molecular Genetics of APL -- APL Coagulopathy -- Early Death in APL -- Prognostic Factors in APL -- First-line therapy for APL: Chemotherapy-based approach -- First-line Therapy: ATRA-ATO/Reduced Chemotherapy Approach -- Cure of APL without Chemotherapy -- Minimal Residual Disease in APL -- Treatment of refractory and relapsed APL -- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation in APL -- APL in Children -- Management of APL in the Elderly -- Special Situations in APL -- APL in Developing Countries: A Chemotherapy-Based Approach -- APL in Developing Countries: ATO based Approach -- Therapy-Related APL -- Rare Acute Leukemia Variants involving Retinoic Acid Receptor Genes -- Management of Treatment-Related Complications in APL.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Adenocarcinoma of the esophagogastric junction
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat28654
--Berlin, Heidelberg:
Springer-Verlag
, c2010.
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- Location
- Online
- Available Online
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- Other Authors
- Schneider, Paul M
- Place of Publication
- Berlin, Heidelberg
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag
- Date of Publication
- c2010
- Series Vol.
- 182
- Series Title
- Recent results in cancer research
- ISBN
- 9783540705796
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Adenocarcinoma
- Esophagogastric Junction
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Gastroenterology
- Oncology
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Adipocytic, Vascular and Skeletal Muscle Tumors : A Practical Diagnostic Approach
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat45373
Raf Sciot, Clara Gerosa, Gavino Faa, editors.
--Cham:
Humana Press
, c2020.
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- Location
- Online
This book focuses on the subsets of soft tissue tumors that show adipocytic, vascular or skeletal muscle differentiation. It reviews the surgical pathologists’ approach to diagnosing soft tissue tumors guided by vital morphological and immunohistochemical data in the differential diagnosis of this family of tumors. Written by experts in the field, the text contains a concise yet comprehensive summary of the current status of the field that helps guide diagnosis and patient management, and stimu…
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- Other Authors
- Sciot, Raf
- Gerosa, Clara
- Faa, Gavino
- Responsibility
- Raf Sciot, Clara Gerosa, Gavino Faa, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Humana Press
- Date of Publication
- c2020
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xi, 182 p.)
- Series Title
- Current clinical pathology
- ISBN
- 9783030374600
- 9783030374594 (Print ed.)
- 9783030374617 (Print ed.)
- 9783030374624 (Print ed.)
- ISSN
- 2197-781X
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Soft Tissue Neoplasms - diagnosis
- Soft Tissue Neoplasms - pathology
- Specialty
- Diagnosis
- Medical Oncology
- Pathology
- Abstract
- This book focuses on the subsets of soft tissue tumors that show adipocytic, vascular or skeletal muscle differentiation. It reviews the surgical pathologists’ approach to diagnosing soft tissue tumors guided by vital morphological and immunohistochemical data in the differential diagnosis of this family of tumors. Written by experts in the field, the text contains a concise yet comprehensive summary of the current status of the field that helps guide diagnosis and patient management, and stimulates investigative efforts. The book is filled with high-quality drawings of the salient histologic features of these various tumors, alongside photomicrographs and tips and tricks that help the relatively untrained or inexperienced eye to recognize the various structures or cell types that comprise each of these lesions. This innovative approach seeks to make recognition of these tumors easier. Adipocytic, Vascular and Skeletal Muscle Tumors serves as a valuable resource for pathologists, oncologists, surgeons, and researchers dealing with and interested in these complex and challenging tumors.
- Contents
- 1. Adipocytic Tumors -- 2. Vascular Tumors -- 3. Skeletal Muscle Tumors.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Adjuvant therapy for breast cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat30193
- Available Online
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- Other Authors
- Castiglione, Monica
- Piccart, Martine J
- Place of Publication
- Boston, MA
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag US
- Date of Publication
- c2009
- Series Vol.
- 151
- Series Title
- Cancer treatment and research
- ISBN
- 9780387751153
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Adjuvants, Pharmaceutic
- Breast Neoplasms - therapy
- Chemotherapy, Adjuvant
- Radiotherapy, Adjuvant
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Oncology
- Gynecology
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Adult acute lymphocytic leukemia : biology and treatment
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat29063
--Totowa, NJ:
Springer Science+Business Media
, c2011.
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- Location
- Online
- Available Online
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- Other Authors
- Advani, Anjali S
- Lazarus, Hillard M
- Place of Publication
- Totowa, NJ
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media
- Date of Publication
- c2011
- Series Title
- Contemporary hematology
- ISBN
- 9781607617075
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Precursor Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma - Adult
- Precursor Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma - therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hematology
- Oncology
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Adult CNS Radiation Oncology : Principles and Practice
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat42554
Eric L. Chang, Paul D. Brown, Simon S. Lo, Arjun Sahgal, John H. Suh, editors.
--Cham:
Springer
, c2018.
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- Location
- Online
This book elucidates the radiation therapy protocols and procedures for the management of adult patients presenting with primary benign and malignant central nervous system tumors. With the development of new treatment strategies and rapid advancement of radiation technology, it is crucial for radiation oncologists to maintain and refine their knowledge and skills. Dedicated exclusively to adult CNS radiation oncology, this textbook explores CNS tumors ranging from the common to the esoteric as…
- Available Online
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- Other Authors
- Chang, Eric L.
- Brown, Paul D.
- Lo, Simon S.
- Sahgal, Arjun
- Suh, John H.
- Responsibility
- Eric L. Chang, Paul D. Brown, Simon S. Lo, Arjun Sahgal, John H. Suh, editors
- Alternate Title
- Adult central nervous system radiation oncology
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2018
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xxi, 766 p.) : 349 illus., 257 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783319428789
- 9783319428772 (print ed.)
- 9783319428796 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Adult
- Central Nervous System Diseases - radiotherapy
- Central Nervous System Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Radiation Oncology - methods
- Radiotherapy - adverse effects
- Specialty
- Medical Oncology
- Neurology
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- This book elucidates the radiation therapy protocols and procedures for the management of adult patients presenting with primary benign and malignant central nervous system tumors. With the development of new treatment strategies and rapid advancement of radiation technology, it is crucial for radiation oncologists to maintain and refine their knowledge and skills. Dedicated exclusively to adult CNS radiation oncology, this textbook explores CNS tumors ranging from the common to the esoteric as well as secondary cancers of metastatic origin. The first half of the book is organized anatomically: tumors of the brain, spinal cord, leptomeninges, optic pathway, ocular choroid, and skull base. The second half covers primary CNS lymphoma, rare CNS tumors, metastatic brain disease, vascular conditions of the CNS, radiation-associated complications, and radiation modalities. Each chapter provides guidance on treatment field design, target delineation, and normal critical structure tolerance constraints in the context of the disease being treated. Learning objectives, case studies, and Maintenance of Certification Self-Assessment Continuing Medical Education-style questions and answers are incorporated throughout the book. This is an ideal guide for radiation oncologists, residents, and fellows, but medical students may also find value in the text.
- Contents
- Part I. Brain Tumors: Benign -- Meningioma -- Pituitary Adenoma -- Craniopharyngioma -- Vestibular Schwannoma -- Part II. Brain Tumors: Malignant Gliomas -- Low Grade Glioma -- High Grade Gliomas -- Part III. Spine: Benign -- Schwannomas and Neurofibromas -- Spinal Meningioma -- Part IV. Spine: Malignant -- Astrocytic Tumors of Spinal Cord -- Spinal Cord Ependymoma -- Part V. Spine: Metastatic -- Metastatic Epidural Spinal Cord Compression: Conventional Radiotherapy -- Vertebral Body Metastasis -- Part VI. Leptomeningeal Disease -- Evaluation and Workup of Leptomeningeal Disease -- Palliative Radiation Therapy for Leptomeningeal Disease -- Part VII. Optic Pathway Tumors -- Optic Pathway Gliomas -- Optic Nerve Sheath Meningioma -- Part VIII. Ocular Oncology -- Uveal Melanoma -- Part IX. Skull Base Tumor -- Skull Base Tumors -- Part X. Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma -- Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma -- Part XI. Rare Tumors -- Choroid Plexus Tumors -- Hemangiopericytoma -- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Hemangioblastomas -- NF2 Related Tumors and Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors -- Germ Cell Tumors -- Pineal Region Tumors -- Glomus Tumors -- Adult Medulloblastoma -- Intracranial Ependymoma -- Central Neurocytoma -- Part XII. Metastatic Brain Disease -- Prognostic Classification Systems for Brain Metastases -- Neurosurgical Management of Single Brain Metastases -- Multiple Brain Metastases -- Postoperative Treatment for Brain Metastasis -- Part XIII. Vascular Conditions of the CNS -- Vascular Malformation -- Trigeminal Neuralgia -- Part XIV. Radiation Associated Complications -- Brain Radionecrosis -- Spinal Cord Tolerance and Risk of Radiation Myelopathy -- Radiation Optic Neuropathy -- Cerebral Atrophy and Leukoencephalopathy Following Cranial Irradiation -- Hypopituitarism -- Neurocognitive Changes -- Cranial Nerve Palsies, Vascular Damage, and Brainstem Injury -- Part XV. Radiation Modalities Applied to CNS Tumors -- 3-D Conformal Therapy and Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy/Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy -- Linac Based Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Hypofractionated Stereotactic Radiotherapy -- Gamma Knife’ Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Hypo-Fractionated Stereototatic Radiotherapy -- Spinal Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy -- Proton Beam Therapy (For CNS Tumors) -- Brachytherapy.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
