The basic science of oncology

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Discover the science of cancer with this newly revised, essential introduction to cancer biology and genetics. Here in one well-organized, reader-friendly volume, you'll find everything you must know about the biology underlying cancer and its treatment, supported by the latest peer-reviewed research. Written by preeminent oncology researchers and clinicians, the book highlights the full range of important oncology topics and takes you through the biological basis of current and future biological therapy as well as more traditional approaches to cancer treatment. This text is thoroughly updated and refreshed to reflect the latest critical thinking in oncology. For graduate students, oncologists, residents, and fellows, there can be no more useful guide to the bedrock science and practice of oncology than this all-in-one reference.

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This concise text examines cancer causation and biology as well as the biology underlying cancer treatment. Thoroughly updated and reorganized with five new chapters, the Fourth Edition emphasizes new development in molecular biology, hormone therapy, and the pharmacology of anti-cancer drugs. Features updated coverage of the basic science of radiotherapy and experimental radiation in addition to expansive coverage of new drugs developments.

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Other Editions

• The basic science of oncologyMcGraw-Hill, Medical Pub. Division2005-01-01
• The Basic Science of OncologyMcGraw-Hill Professional2004-08-01
• The Basic Science of OncologyPaperbackMcGraw-Hill Professional2004-08-01
• Basic Science of OncologyMcGraw-Hill Education2013-01-01
• Basic Science of OncologyMcGraw-Hill Education / Medical2020-01-01