基本信息出版社：W.B. Saunders Company
页码：211 页
出版日期：2004年03月
ISBN：0702027154
International Standard Book Number：0702027154
条形码：9780702027154
EAN：9780702027154
装帧：平装
正文语种：英语
内容简介 This book will provide you with the essential information that you will need throughout all stages of colorectal cancer.
Using real questions from real patients and avoiding medical jargon, it will answer all the questions that you have concerning risk and prevention, screening and diagnosis, through to all the various treatment options available: surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, complementary and alternative therapies and provides you with day to day lifestyle advice on living with colorectal cancer too.
Attractively designed and clearly presented you will be able to find quickly all the answers that you are looking for safe in the knowledge that the information comes from one of the world's leading cancer internet resources ? Oncolink. Compiled by international experts, and arranged in a question and answer style, this book is an essential purchase for all colorectal cancer patients, their doctors and their caregivers.
作者简介 Katrina Claghorn, MS, RD is a registered dietitian at the Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania. She has specialized in oncology nutrition.
Carolyn Coyle, MSN, RN, AOCN is a certified advanced practice oncology nurse. She has developed a strong knowledge of colon cancer screening, prevention, and treatment.
Margaret K. Hampshire, RN, BSN, OCN is the Managing Editor of OncoLink and a certified oncology nurse. She coordinates all content on the OncoLink website and has a strong interest in cancer patient education.
Timothy C. Hoops, MD is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Gastroenterology Division at the University of Pennsylvania. He specializes in colorectal cancer and is the Director of the Gastrointestinal Cancer Risk Evaluation Program with the University of Pennsylvania. His interests include colon cancer screening and prevention.
James D. Lewis, MD, MSCE, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine, Senior Scholar at the Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, and Senior Fellow in the Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics at the University of Pennsylvania. His program has focused largely on cancer prevention and the pharmacoepidemiology of gastrointestinal diseases.
Li Liu, MD is a radiation oncologist at St. Agnes Cancer Center in Fresno California. He specializes in the use of radiation to treat a variety of malignancies.
James M. Metz, MD is Editor-in-Chief of OncoLink and Assistant Professor of Radiation Oncology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. His interests include the clinical applications of photodynamic therapy (PDT), the utilization of complementary and alternative medications by cancer patients, and use of the Internet to provide cancer related information.
Lora Packel MS, PT is the Coordinator of Cancer Therapy Services for the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. She works with cancer patients before, during and after treatment with the ultimate goal of increasing quality of life through exercise.
Anil K. Rustgi, MD is an expert in the clinical and genetic aspects of colon cancer. His work involves the discovery of new genes in colon cancer. Dr. Rustgi is also devoted to the clinical aspects of inherited colon cancer and sporadic colon cancer.
Bradley Somer, MD is currently practicing Hematology-Oncology at the West Clinic in Memphis, Tennessee. He has won awards for outstanding scholarship, devotion to patient care, and concern for colleagues.
James P. Stevenson, M.D. is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Hematology/Oncology at the University of Pennsylvania. His research focus is in early clinical trials of novel agents for the treatment of lung cancer.
Ellen Sweeney-Cordes MS, RD is a registered dietitian at the Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania. She has specialized in oncology nutrition for the past four years.
Richard Whittington, MD is a Professor of Radiation Oncology at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Dr. Whittington's long standing interest is in the management of rectal tumors.
目录
Introduction. Normal colon and rectum function. What is colon cancer. Risk and prevention. Screening and diagnosis. Surgery. Chemotherapy. Radiation Therapy. Complementary and alternative medicine. Living with colon cancer. Resources. Cancer diary. Index
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文摘 Risk and Prevention
Colon cancer is the third most common type of cancer, in both males and females, in the western world. The incidence is highest in African Americans, who are also more likely to die of the disease. Certain factors put people at higher risk, but with over 135,000 new cases each year in the United States, we must all be aware of this deadly disease. The risk of colon cancer rises substantially at age 50, but every year there are numerous cases in younger people. Individuals with a personal or family history of colon cancer or polyps, inherited colon cancer syndromes (i.e., FAP and HNPCC), and patients with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease are at higher risk, and may require screening at an earlier age than the general population. A person with one first degree relative (parent, sibling or child) with colon cancer is 2 to 3 times as likely to develop the cancer as someone who does not have an affected relative.
However, this does not mean that people without a family history are not at risk. About 80% of new colon cancer cases are diagnosed in people who would not be identified as being at high risk. Studies of colon cancer cases found that lifestyle factors may put a person at higher risk. These factors include: a diet high in fat and red meat, low in fruits and vegetables, high caloric intake, low levels of physical activity, and obesity. In addition, smoking and excessive alcohol intake may play a role in colon cancer development. Despite avoiding all of these factors, some people will still develop colon cancer. With screening and early detection, these patients can be cured in a majority of the cases.
Ten years ago I had polyps. They were not cancerous. Could they become cancerous?
Regarding polyps, some can become cancerous. However, if your polyps were completely removed, they are unlikely to become cancerous. Importantly, even if your polyps were removed, you could develop new polyps. You should speak with your
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