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The paradigms for treatment for colorectal cancer have changed in a major way during the past decade and best clinical practice now encompasses the disciplines of clinical genetics, medical oncology, radiotherapy and molecular biology. Adjuvant systemic chemotherapy following surgical resections of colorectal cancer is now an established practice, the use of combination chemotherapy for metastatic disease has evolved and the value of metastasectomy for patients with metastatic disease has been recognised.
All the above are discussed in this comprehensive and current volume, as is the role of radiation therapy in the pre- and post-operative setting, and the key importance of surgical techniques such as mesorectal excision.
This fully-referenced text is essential reading for consultants in surgical, medical and clinical oncology, and their trainees will find it of particular use as part of their continuing professional development. Clinical nurse specialists, oncology pharmacists and commissioners of health services will also find it extremely valuable.
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