ABC of Colorectal Cancer (ABC S.) - Softcover

Thie ABC is a concise introduction to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of colorectal cancer, and covers important new developments int eh field. Written bt cancer specialists it is aimed at all members of the colorectal cancer team, but particualarly the primary care doctor, who is the first, intermediate and last point of contact for the patient.

The highly illustrated chapters cover all of the key areas of patient care and also provide debate around the numerous uncertainties about the disease.

Chapters include:

• Epidemiology
  
• Molecular Basis for Risk Factor
  
• The Role of Clinical Generics in Management
  
• Screening
  
• The Role of Primary Care
  
• Primary Treatment
  
• Adjuvant Therapy
  
• Treatment of Advanced Disease
  
• Effectiveness of Follow-up.
  
• Innovative Treatment for Colon Cancer

This book will be invaluable to primary care doctors, but will also be useful reference for all those involved in the care of colorectal cancer patients, including nurses, junior doctors, dieticians and radiographers.