Cancer Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy Review is the first book devoted entirely to providing the 'must-know' facts on each cancer agentóincluding their pharmacokinetics, FDA-approved indications, toxicity, interactions, and other important information that is commonly found on board examinations and essential for any clinician or practitioner to review . The authors, an oncologist and two pharmacists, have developed a handy question-and-answer format to present the material in digestible bursts. As the pharmacology section continues to represent a major portion of the medical oncology exam and a key component on oncology MOC exams, this portable study guide will help prepare anyone looking to fine-tune their knowledge on cancer drugs before the test. Not to mention, with recent advancements in the field of cancer treatment, it has become more cumbersome to recall and maintain essential knowledge of every cancer therapeuticómaking this book not only an exam resource but also a handy quick reference for oncologists and pharmacists alike. Key Features: Conveniently organized and arranged by drug class and subtypes for easier recall and classification Includes proper dosage adjustments to account for liver and kidney dysfunction. Features tables throughout that provide quick reference regarding FDA-approved medications Simplified diagrams and illustrations facilitate the pharmacokinetic processes
The book provides detailed coverage of the major advances in cancer pharmacology at the forefront of our standards of care for solid tumors and hematologic malignancies, in addition to the basic science that is directly necessary and ...
The European School of Oncology came into existence to respond to a need for information, education and training in the field of the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
The editors have built Issues in Cancer Drugs and Therapies: 2011 Edition on the vast information databases of ScholarlyNews.™ You can expect the information about Cancer Drugs and Therapies in this eBook to be deeper than what you can ...
The book considers both the theory and practice of clinical pharmacology where it is relevant to cancer treatment.
As in CANCER CHEMOTHERAPY 1, this volume brings to the reader highlights in three different areas of cancer therapeutics: new concepts and models; drug classes; and clinical settings.
The European School of Oncology came into existence to respond to a need for information, education and training in the field of the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
The topic is treated in a lively way. The reviews focus on the very latest developments in key areas, concentrating on the exciting developments, controversies and future trends.
This guide provides quick-reference information about cancer medications and supportive care medications commonly used or prescribed for cancer patients. This portable handbook focuses on information a clinician needs on a daily basis.
While drug therapies developed in the last 50 years have markedly improved the management of some types of cancers, treatment outcomes, and drug side-effects for the most common types remain unacceptable.
This book represents the efforts of young oncologists, haematologists, pharmacists and oncology nurses who are highly motivated and encouraged by the significant development of new effective anticancer drugs.