Although pancreatic cancer is one of the most serious forms of cancers, the lack of clinical symptoms often limits curative treatment options. This book gives insight into the current understanding of the management of pancreatic cancer and considers recent findings in cancer research. It provides a
Prostate Cancer (Recent Results in Cancer Research)
โ Scribed by J. Ramon (Editor), L.J. Denis (Editor)
- Publisher
- Springer
- Year
- 2007
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 273
- Series
- Recent Results in Cancer Research
- Edition
- 1
- Category
- Library
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โฆ Synopsis
This comprehensive and easy-to-read monograph is an authoritative update on clinical prostate cancer. It has been prepared by an international, multidisciplinary team at the invitation of the International Prostate Health Council think tank. A particular strength of the book is its presentation of the therapeutic options for patients with localized and advanced disease, including hormonal treatment.
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