Upportive Cancer Care
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Supportive Cancer Care with Chinese Medicine
Author: William C.S. Cho
language: en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date: 2010-01-08
Cancer is a chronic disease. There are increasing cancer survivors after curative cancer treatment and this makes supportive cancer care an important area that more attention is needed. Chinese medicine has a long history of practice; it has aroused much interest from both Oriental and Western countries. A number of laboratory evidences and clinical trials demonstrated the effectiveness and ef?cacies of Chinese medicine for supportive cancer care. This book attempts to take a comprehensive approach to overview the different areas of Chinese medicine for supportive cancer care. This book not only serves as an introduction to novices to the area and a useful reference for those already involved, but also serves as a stimulus to these and others to employ alternative approaches to current cancer care. Hong Kong William C. S. Cho December 2009 v Contents 1 Supportive Cancer Care Using Chinese Medicine . . . . . . . . . . 1 Raimond Wong and Stephen M. Sagar 2 Supportive Cancer Care with Acupuncture . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Jaung-Geng Lin and Yi-Hung Chen 3 Chinese Medicinal Herbs Use in Managing Cancer . . . . . . . . . 55 Peter Dorsher and Zengfu Peng 4 Supportive Cancer Care with Qigong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Myeong Soo Lee, Kevin W. Chen and Edzard Ernst 5 Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Reduction of Discomfort and Side-Effects of Surgery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Kok-Yang Tan, Xiaoxiu Wu and Francis Seow-Choen 6 Increasing Therapeutic Gain and Controlling Radiation-Induced Injuries with Asian Botanicals and Acupuncture 109 Stephen M. Sagar and Raimond K. Wong 7 Controlling Chemotherapy-Related Side Effects with Chinese Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Principles and Practice of Palliative Care and Supportive Oncology
Author: Ann M. Berger
language: en
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Release Date: 2007
The first truly interdisciplinary book on supportive oncology and palliative care returns with a new edition that serves as a practical guide to the management of the myriad symptoms and quality-of-life issues that occur in patients with cancer—including newly diagnosed patients, patients undergoing treatment, cancer survivors, and patients whose disease is no longer curable. The interdisciplinary group of contributors includes leading experts in hospice care and palliative medicine, oncology, nursing, neurology, psychiatry, anesthesiology, and pharmacology. This completely revised edition features new chapters on caregiver stress, hepatic failure, pulmonary failure, research issues in palliative care, and beginning a palliative care program. Content has been aligned with the needs of today's palliative care fellowship programs and includes additional tables, algorithms, and flow charts.
Advancing Brain Cancer Care
Advancing Brain Cancer Care: Precision, AI Innovation, and African Insights delves into the intricate challenges of brain tumor management, offering cutting-edge solutions tailored to individual patients. Emphasizing the African perspective, it explores the use of innovative technologies to bridge care gaps and improve outcomes in underserved regions. By combining science, technology, and regional expertise, the book offers hope for patients and practitioners alike. Beyond its focus on brain tumor care, the book highlights the ethical considerations of AI integration into healthcare systems. It examines how precision medicine can reshape treatment pathways while addressing inequities in global access to care.Additionally, it provides a deep dive into collaborative efforts across continents, showcasing case studies and actionable insights that push the boundaries of conventional healthcare solutions. This vital resource is both an inspiration and a guide for those committed to advancing cancer care worldwide. - Emphasizes the transformative role of precision medicine and artificial intelligence (AI) in tailoring brain tumor treatments - Addresses critical aspects of brain tumor management, including diagnostics, therapeutic innovations, neurosurgical techniques, and the application of emerging technologies like nanomedicine - Highlights unique challenges and opportunities within the African context, ensuring that the content is relevant to both global and local audiences