Breast Cancer: Prognosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Now in its second edition, this bestselling title has been extensively revised and expanded to include new topics on:

obesity and breast cancer

induction of anti-hormone and anti-growth factor resistance in breast cancer

clinical implications of testosterone and breast cancer

insulin-like growth factors

discussions on the biological, genetic, and molecular pathways linked to the development and progression of breast cancer

analyses on the latest therapeutic strategies, prognostic and predictive factors, and prevention strategies

Examining new developments, Breast Cancer: Prognosis, Treatment, and Prevention, Second Edition also covers:

the mechanism involved in carcinogenesis

the relationship among a fetus, pregnancy, and breast cancer

recent developments in endocrine treatment

the relationship among hormone replacement therapy, cytotoxic therapy, and other non-hormonal approaches for the treatment of metastases

management of locally advanced breast cancer, and the importance of BRCA-1 and BRCA-2 in hereditary breast cancer

With new topics and updated chapters, this new edition keeps both oncologists and radiologists abreast of the current trends and advancements in the prognosis, treatment, and prevention of breast cancer.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0367387492
• ISBN13: 9780367387495
• Release Date: August 2019
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 608 Pages
• Weight: 2.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 8.4" x 10.9"