PDQ Integrative Oncology: Complementary Therapies in Cancer Care. Text with CD-ROM for Macintosh and Windows

Cassileth, Barrie R. PhD, MS

Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	Decker, B.C.
ISBN:	1-55009-280-4 (1550092804)
ISBN-13:	978-1-55009-280-6 (9781550092806)
Binding:	with Supplement Softcover + CD-Rom
Copyright:	2005
Publish Date:	09/05
Bookstore Series:	PDQ - Pretty Darned Quick (See all titles)
Weight:	0.59 Lbs.
Pages:	187
Subject Class:	ONC (Oncology)
Doody Star Rating:	2
Return Policy:	Non-Returnable.
Contributing Authors:	View

Class Specifications
ISSN Series:	PDQ: Practical, Detailed, Quick
Discipline:	Pathology
Subject Definition:	Neoplasms-Therapy; Complementary Therapies
NLM Class:	QZ 266
LC Class:	RC271
Abstract:	This book provides oncology professionals with need-to-know information about the data-based utility of complementary therapies. It thoroughly discusses useful non-invasive adjunctive therapies that effectively and safely relieve symptoms associated with cancer and cancer treatments. Following discussions of the source and practice of complementary therapies, this manual summarizes therapies by major cancer diagnoses and concludes with a section on the management of major symptoms. A final chapter reviews currently popular but questionable alternative therapies. The text examines botanical research, herb-drug interactions in oncology, and the potential and the concerns about dietary supplements. This work will help oncology professionals understand and guide patients' use of appropriate complementary therapies and avoid bogus "alternatives".

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