Surgical oncology clinics of North America
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Surg. Oncol. Clin. N. Am. · Apr 2006
ReviewRadiation therapy in the management of cutaneous melanoma.
The role of RT in the management of melanoma is complex and spans the entire course of the disease. To provide optimal management of patients who have melanoma, radiation oncologists are an integral part of a multidisciplinary team. ⋯ It is likely that current developments in radiation treatment technology will be applicable to melanoma. These should improve the therapeutic ratio by enhancing the tumoricidal effects of RT without increasing toxicity.
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Surgery is a primary modality for the treatment of patients with colorectal cancer. Before any surgical therapy, patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer require an evaluation. ⋯ Staging of the cancer preoperatively is primarily of concern in rectal cancer patients. This article focuses on the elective surgical setting and the recommended preoperative evaluation of patients who have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
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Care of the patient with colorectal cancer incorporates treatment, management of symptoms from disease and treatment, and open communication with the patient from diagnosis to cure or death. Such comprehensive care requires a multidisciplinary team, and incorporation of the preferences of the patient.
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Surg. Oncol. Clin. N. Am. · Jul 2005
Biography Historical ArticleThe evolution of surgery for breast cancer.
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Surg. Oncol. Clin. N. Am. · Jul 2005
Historical ArticlePancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple operation).