The Biological Basis of Cancer

by William T. Blows

Overview

Introducing the biology of neoplastic disorders, this accessible book looks at how cancer damages the body, and how the treatments work. Updated with the most recent research evidence, this unique text explains the basic biology of neoplastic disease; discusses the biology of the wide range of common cancers, now including neurological disorders; identifies and explains the biological causes of cancer, with a focus on genetics, hormones, and environmental factors; explains drug action in chemotherapy and analgesia; discusses the role of nutrition in neoplastic disorders and their treatment. Presenting the essential knowledge for working with cancer patients and their families, this textbook is an important read for those working in cancer care or undertaking study in this area.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781032484471
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	01/31/2025
Edition description:	2nd ed.
Pages:	390
Product dimensions:	6.88(w) x 9.69(h) x (d)

About the Author

William T. Blows was formerly a lecturer at City University of London, UK, where he taught biology to nurses.

Table of Contents

1. Cell Biology and Cancer

 

2. The Causes of Cancer 1: Genes and Epigenetics

 

3. The Causes of Cancer 2: Chemical and Radiation

 

4. The Causes of Cancer 3: Viruses and Hormones

 

5. Immunology and Immunotherapy

 

6. Metastases

 

7. Blood and Lymphatic Cancers

 

8. Cancers of the Digestive System

 

9. Cancer of the Respiratory System

 

10. Cancer of the Renal System

 

11. Cancers of the Female Reproductive System

 

12. Cancers of the Male Reproductive System

 

13. Skin Cancers

 

14. Cancer of the Skeletal and Nervous Systems

 

15. Pain and Analgesia

 

16. Treatment of Cancer 1: Pharmacology and Chemotherapy

 

17. The Treatment of Cancer 2: Other Therapies and Screening

 

18. Nutrition and the Cancer Patient