3rd Edition

by Vincent T. DeVita Jr. (Author), Theodore S. Lawrence (Author), Steven A. Rosenberg (Author)

Recent scientific advances have revolutionized cancer research and practice, creating a body of molecular biology information that is important to research scientists and clinical oncologists alike. Cancer: Principles and Practice of Oncology: Primer of the Molecular Biology of Cancer, 3rd Edition, keeps you up to date with all that&;s new in this rapidly changing field. Derived from DeVita, Hellman, and Rosenberg&;s Cancer: Principles and Practice of Oncology &; widely regarded as the definitive clinical reference in oncology &; the third edition of this popular Primer provides a single-volume, highly focused reference on every important frontier in the molecular biology of cancer.

• Compiles the knowledge and experience of leading scientists and clinicians in the field.
• Provides separate chapters on each of the 18 most common cancer types, with state-of-the-art information on how molecular biology advances are impacting clinical practice.
• Includes a thorough chapter on genetic counseling and genetic testing to help you navigate the challenges and ethical dilemmas of cancer genetics.
• Covers key topics such as Hallmarks of Cancer, Precision Medicine in Oncology, Cancer Immunotherapy, Pharmacogenomics, and many more.