The Medical Management of Prostate Cancer

ISBN-13: 9783642732409 / Angielski / Miękka / 2012 / 98 str.

Louis Denis

Opis

How to treat advanced prostatic cancer remains controversial, despite intense basic and clinical research investigating the pathogenesis and natural history of this unique cancer highly prevalent in elderly males. Nine experts were asked to meet and discuss the facts. This resulting monograph gives an overview of the available knowledge on all aspects of the subject. The objective evaluation and consensus opinion of the authors presented here set this book apart from other publications with conflicting viewpoints. For readers eager to obtain a comprehensive and balanced view of the thousands of clinical contributions and clear advice on the choices, this book is a must.

Spis treści

Aspects of Epidemiology, Pathogenesis and Natural History of Prostatic Cancer.- Oncogenes, Tumour Markers and Monoclonal Antibodies.- The Endocrinological Basis for Hormonal Therapy.- Estrogens and Estramustine Phosphate.- Antiandrogens.- Luteinizing Hormone Releasing Hormone Agonists.- Chemical Adrenal Blockade Treatment.- Total Androgen Blockade.- Second-Line Endocrine Treatment.- Chemotherapy.- The Clinical and Financial Implications of Immediate or Deferred Treatment in Patients with Advanced Prostatic Cancer.- Treatment Recommendations for Daily Practice.