Author

Tarin, David

Edition

1st ed.

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer

Publication Date

2023

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms

Neoplasms - genetics

Neoplasms - microbiology

Neoplasms - pathology

Abstract

This book provides a unique, wide-ranging description of the phenomenon of cancer and its pathological effects in diverse species including humans, domesticated and wild animals, invertebrates, and plants. The broad scope of information presented is used to construct radical new insights into biological self-regulation and explain their relevance to its disruption by cancerous growth and spread within the human body. Mechanisms of action of carcinogenic agents, initiation, progression, metastasis, inappropriate gene expression, dormancy, latency, regression, and reasons for susceptibility and/or resistance to cancer are all considered. Also discussed are criteria for pathological diagnosis, advances in treatment, implications for public health, and pitfalls in diagnosis and interpretation of experimental results. The book describes operational mechanisms of cancer at the levels of whole individual, organ, tissue, cell, molecular, and even atomic (quantum) scales of structural and physiological order. Evidence is assembled from all these levels of organization to show that cancer is a dynamically changing disorder and that it is an inherent and perpetual risk of multicellular composition. This provides pragmatic new biological and clinical perspectives on malignant neoplasia. The biological insight is that it is a consequence of progressing miscommunication within a cellular society. The clinical perspective is realistic but optimistic in reasoning that, although cancer can never be completely eradicated from human life, because it is a disorder of our intrinsic biological constitution, it can be controlled and ameliorated and even cured in a proportion of individuals. The text is profusely illustrated with over 300 macroscopic and microscopic pictures. It will stimulate curiosity and interest specialists, as well as beginners, in many scientific disciplines and provides copious references to the medical and scientific literature supporting its conclusions. Readers from fields as diverse as medicine, pathology, veterinary sciences, cell biology, molecular biology, developmental biology, and epidemiology will find the information the book contains thought-provoking, interesting, and useful. Additionally, specialists in occupational and environmental health and legal experts focusing on exposure to carcinogenic materials and pollution will find the contents valuable and informative.

ISBN

9783030973933

9783030973926

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Alternate Title

Holland and Frei cancer medicine

Cancer medicine

Editor

Bast Jr, Robert C.

Byrd, John C.

Croce, Carlo M.

Edition

10th ed.

Place of Publication

Hoboken, NJ

Publisher

John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Publication Date

2023

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms

Neoplasms - classification

Neoplasms - therapy

Abstract

Content:

PART 1: Introduction -- PART 2: Tumor Biology -- PART 3: Quantitative Oncology -- PART 4: Carcinogenesis -- PART 5: Epidemiology, Prevention, and Detection -- PART 6: Clinical Disciplines -- PART 7: Individualized Treatment -- PART 8: Chemotherapy -- PART 9: Biological and Gene Therapy -- PART 10: Special Populations -- PART 11: Disease Sites -- PART 12: Management of Cancer Complications -- PART 13: The Future of Oncology

ISBN

9781119750697

9781119750680

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Editor

Dlamini, Zodwa

Place of Publication

Cham, Switzerland

Publisher

Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Publication Date

2023

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Artificial Intelligence

Medical Informatics

Neoplasms

Precision Medicine - statistics & numerical data

Abstract

Content:

Chapter 1. Introduction: The Application of AI in Precision Oncology: Tailoring Diagnosis, Treatment, and the Monitoring of Disease Progression to the Patient -- Part I. Artificial Intelligence for Screening, Diagnosis, Monitoring in Precision Oncology -- Chapter 2. Application of AI in Novel Biomarkers Detection that Induce Drug Resistance, Enhance Treatment Regimens and Advancing Precision Oncology -- Chapter 3. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Implementing Mainstream Precision Medicine to Improve Traditional Symptom-driven Practice of Medicine: Allowing Early Interventions and Tailoring better-personalized Cancer Treatments -- Chapter 4. AI as a Novel Approach for Exploring ccfNAs in Personalized Clinical Diagnosis and Prognosis: Providing Insight into the Decision-Making in Precision Oncology -- Chapter 5. AI-Enhanced Digital Pathology and Radiogenomics in Precision Oncology -- Part II. Artificial Intelligence and Omics in Precision Oncology -- Chapter 6. Epigenetics Analysis Using Artificial Intelligence in the Era of Precision Oncology -- Chapter 7. Association of Metabolomics with AI in Precision Oncology: Emerging Perspectives for More Effective Cancer Care -- Chapter 8. Artificial Intelligence Application to Microbiomics Data for Improved Clinical Decision Making in Precision Oncology -- Part III. Artificial Intelligence in Cancer Therapy and the Clinical Applications -- Chapter 9. AI and Nanotechnology in Realizing the Goal of Precision Medicine: Tailoring the Best Treatment for Personalized Cancer Treatment -- Chapter 10. Artificial Intelligence-Based Medical Devices Revolution in Cancer Screening: Impact into Clinical Practice -- Chapter 11. Intelligent Drug Design and Use for Cancer Treatment: The Roles of AI and Precision Oncology in Targeting Patient-Specific Splicing Profiles -- Chapter 12. Applying Artificial Intelligence Prediction Tools for Advancing Precision Oncology in Immunotherapy: Future Perspectives in Personalized Care -- Chapter 13. Employing AI-Powered Decision Support Systems in Recommending the Most Effective Therapeutic Approaches for Individual Cancer Patients: Maximizing Therapeutic Efficacy -- Chapter 14. AI-Pathway Companion in Clinical Decision Support: Enabling Personalized and Standardized Care Along Care Pathways in Oncology -- Chapter 15. AI Tools Offering Cancer Clinical Applications for Risk Predictor, Early Detection, Diagnosis, and Accurate Prognosis: Perspectives in Personalised Care -- Chapter 16. Conclusion and Insights into the Future of AI in Precision Oncology.

ISBN

9783031215063

9783031215056

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Author

Cox, Trevor F.

Edition

1st ed.

Place of Publication

Boca Raton, FL

Publisher

CRC Press

Publication Date

2022

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Medical Informatics

Research Design

Statistics as topic - methods

Neoplasms

Abstract

Content:

1. Introduction -- 2. Cancer Biology and Genetics for Non-Biologists -- 3. Survival Analysis -- 4. Designing and Running a Clinical Trial -- 5. Regression Analysis for Survival Data -- 6. Clinical Trials: the Statistician's Role -- 7. Cancer Epidemiology -- 8. Meta-Analysis -- 9. Cancer Biomarkers -- 10. Cancer Informatics -- Appendices.

ISBN

9781000601152

9780367486150

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Author

De, Surya K.

Place of Publication

Weinheim, Germany

Publisher

Wiley-VCH

Publication Date

2022

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms

Neoplasms - diagnosis

Neoplasms - prevention & control

Neoplasms - therapy

Abstract

Content:

Front Matter -- An Overview of Cancer -- Cancer Risk Factors and Prevention -- Bladder Cancer -- Cancers of the Blood -- Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors -- Breast Cancer -- Colorectal Cancer -- Cervical Cancer -- Kidney Cancer -- Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer -- Lung Cancer -- Melanoma (Skin Cancer) -- Mesothelioma -- Ovarian, Vaginal, and Vulvar Cancer -- Pancreatic Cancer -- Prostate Cancer -- Stomach (Gastric) Cancer -- Thyroid Cancer -- Endometrial Cancer -- Penile Cancer -- Testicular Cancer -- Index

ISBN

9783527838585

9783527350650

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Corporate Author

First Nations Health Authority

BC Cancer Agency

Place of Publication

[West Vancouver, BC]

Publisher

First Nations Health Authority

Publication Date

[2023?]

Physical Description

67 p. : col. ill. ; 22 cm.

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Neoplasms - therapy

Neoplasms - rehabilitation

Health Services, Indigenous

Patient Navigation

Self Care

Social Support

Culturally Competent Care

Medicine, Traditional

Personal Narratives

First Nations

Patient Education Handout

Notes

"This booklet is based on an earlier publication Living with Cancer--Everyone Deserves Support...The stories in this book were shared at Telling Our Stories Conference held in Prince George, BC in June 2016"

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Online

Status

Processing

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Internet

Call Number

QZ201 F527 2023

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Editor

Myers, Kimberly R

Place of Publication

Oxford ; New York

Publisher

Peter Lang

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

xiv, 483 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Series

Medical humanities ; vol.1

Subjects

Breast Neoplasms - psychology

Self Care

Social Support

Personal Narratives

ISBN

9781800796805

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WP870 B828m 2021

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Author

Song, Erwei

Edition

1st ed.

Place of Publication

Singapore

Publisher

Springer

Publication Date

2023

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms

Tumor Microenvironment

Neoplasm Metastasis

Neoplastic Processes

ISBN

9789819911837

9789819911820

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Alternate Title

Cancer sourcebook

Editor

Jones, Keith

Edition

9th ed.

Place of Publication

Detroit, MI

Publisher

Omnigraphics

Publication Date

2021

Series

Health reference series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms

Risk Factors

Neoplasm Metastasis

Popular Work

Abstract

Provides updated information about common types of cancer affecting the head, neck, central nervous system, endocrine system, lungs, digestive and urinary tracts, blood cells, immune system, skin, bones, and other body systems. It explains how people can reduce their risk of cancer by adopting a healthy lifestyle, addressing issues related to cancer risk, and taking advantage of screening exams. Various treatment choices, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, bone marrow transplantation, and biological therapies ? are discussed, and facts are provided about cancer clinical trials and other ongoing research. And also it talks about life after cancer treatment and healthy food choices. The book concludes with a glossary of related terms, a directory of national cancer organizations, and suggestions for finding community-based resources. - Provided by publisher.

ISBN

9780780819191

9780780819207

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Website Notes

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Editor

Govindan, Ramaswamy

Morgensztern, Daniel

Edition

5th ed.

Place of Publication

Philadelphia, PA

Publisher

Wolters Kluwer Health

Publication Date

[2021]

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Neoplasms

Medical Oncology

Abstract

"Based on DeVita, Hellman, and Rosenberg's Cancer: Principles and Practice of Oncology, Eleventh Edition, this comprehensive review book covers the entire specialty of oncology, including new or expanded coverage of molecular biology; epidemiology and etiology; screen and prevention; genetics; clinical trials; and immunotherapy. Inside, readers will discover hundreds of multiple-choice and case-based questions, along with detailed answers and explanations to help explain the how and why behind each correct response. The ideal way to maximize exam scores for today's student and residents"-- Provided by publisher.

ISBN

9781975151898

9781975151881

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Professional

Location

Internet

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Alternate Title

Minority leader

Author

Abrams, Stacey

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Picador

Publication Date

2019

Physical Description

xxx, 226 p. ; 21 cm

Subjects

Leadership

Social Change

Political Activism

Personal Narratives

United States

Notes

"Previously published as Minority leader"-- Cover.

ISBN

9781250214805

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Professional

Location

Kelowna Library

Victoria Library

Call Number

WX159 A161a 2019

Copies

Author

Wente, Jess

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

199 p. ; 20 cm

Subjects

Indigenous Canadians

Race Relations

Culture

Gender Role

Reconciliation

Personal Narratives

ISBN

9780735235755

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Professional

Location

Vancouver Library

Call Number

E99.C6 W477 2021

Copies

Editor

Choudhury, Noura

Murciano-Goroff, Yonina R.

Edition

3rd ed.

Place of Publication

Philadelphia, PA

Publisher

Wolters Kluwer

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

399 p. ; 19 cm

Series

Pocket notebook

Subjects

Neoplasms

Handbooks

ISBN

9781975190811

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Looseleaf

Audience

Professional

Location

Kelowna Library

Abbotsford Library

Vancouver Library

Victoria Library

Call Number

QZ39 P739 2023

Copies

Author

Duhig, Holly

Place of Publication

Norfolk, UK

Publisher

BookLife Publishing

Publication Date

2018

Physical Description

32 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.

Series

Health matters

Subjects

Neoplasms

Adolescent

Child

Patient Education as Topic

Pictorial Works

Juvenile Literature

Popular Work

Abstract

"These titles [Series] are designed to assist in explaining and understanding a diagnosis. By providing clear facts, statistics, and advice, these titles thoroughly explore various medical conditions and mental health diagnoses. " - Back cover

ISBN

9781786373397

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ201 D871u 2018

Copies

Editor

Sharman, Zena

Place of Publication

Vancouver, BC

Publisher

Arsenal Pulp Press

Publication Date

2021

Series

EBSCOhost eBook

Subjects

Sexual and Gender Minorities

Minority Health

Healthcare Disparities

Physician-Patient Relations

Personal Narratives

Notes

SOGIE 2SLGBTQIA Collection

ISBN

9781551528618

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

Website Notes

Patients and the public of BC and the Yukon can access this title by emailing library@bccancer.bc.ca to obtain a username and password from the Library.

Author

McLeod, Darrel J

Place of Publication

Sechelt, BC

Publisher

Douglas & McIntyre

Publication Date

2018

Series

Proquest Ebook Central

Subjects

Cree Indians

First Nations

Indigenous Canadians

Personal Narratives

ISBN

9781771622004

9781771622011

Language

English

Material Type

Ebook

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Internet

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Author

Kristiansen, Anne

Editor

McGuire, Tara

Edition

1st edition

Place of Publication

[United States]

Publisher

Self publishing

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

76 pages ; 20 cm

Subjects

Triple Negative Breast Neoplasms

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Abstract

"When Anne Kristiansen was diagnosed with Triple Negative breast cancer it felt like her world fell apart. What she found ultimately was something greater. From the realities of doctors, mastectomies, and chemotherapy treatments, to the torment of grappling with her own mortality, this raw, real, and often humorous story chronicles Kristiansen?s journey to reclaim her identity while struggling through a terrifying disease. Beginning with trauma and ending in strength and peace, this story shows how adversity can transform a person into a warrior with a new and grateful perspective." --Back cover

ISBN

9781777769710

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WP870 K92a 2021

Copies

Author

Metatawabin, Edmund

Shimo, Alexandra

Place of Publication

[Toronto, ON]

Publisher

Vintage Canada

Publication Date

2015

Physical Description

xix, 316 pages, 11 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, map, portraits ; 21 cm

Subjects

Indigenous Canadians

Indigenous Canadians - history

First Nations

First Nations - residential schools

Political Activism

Canada

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

ISBN

9780307399885

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WZ80.5 M587u 2015

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Author

Hayes, Cynthia

Place of Publication

Austin, TX

Publisher

River Grove Books

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

x, 254 pages ; 23 cm

Subjects

Neoplasms - psychology

Adaptation, Psychological

Stress

Anxiety

Depression

Personal Narratives

Popular Work

Abstract

"Coping with cancer is hard. It is an emotional ordeal as well as a physical one, with known and somewhat predictable psychological responses. And yet, patients often feel isolated and alone when dealing with the stress, anxiety, depression, and existential crises so typical with a cancer diagnosis. The Big Ordeal, written in collaboration with a psychologist and two oncologists, tackles the emotional side of the experience head-on, to help newly diagnosed patients and their loved ones anticipate, understand, and deal with the psychological turmoil ahead. Based on interviews with scores of patients and experts across a variety of fields, combining patient stories with medical insights and advice from those who have been there, and structured around the typical phases of the process, this book is an accessible resource for anyone who receive a cancer diagnosis" --Back cover

ISBN

9781632993359

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

QZ201 H417b 2021

Copies

Author

Price, Joan

Place of Publication

Berkeley, CA

Publisher

Seal Press

Publication Date

2011

Physical Description

387 pages ; 21 cm

Subjects

Popular Work

Personal Narratives

Aged

Sexual Behavior

Sexuality

Abstract

"Unblinkingly honest and painstakingly researched, Naked at Our Age spares no detail in addressing the challenges and joys of pursuing love and sex late in life. Filled with tips and advice from top experts, along with candid stories from everyday people, this indispensable guide covers everything that the over-sixty set needs to know about living a more fulfilling sensual life." -- From back cover

Notes

This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

ISBN

9781580053389

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number

WM620 P945 2011

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