Cancer Explained: The Essential Guide to Diagnosis and Management

Cancer is a word filled with foreboding, but this marvelous book by two distinguished oncologists explains its mysteries in lucid, straightforward language that allays fears and puts the disease clearly into perspective. Some 55% of the more serious internal cancers can now be cured with modern, multidisciplanary treatment and early diagnosis. This comprehensive guide details the latest treatments available—including alternative therapies—in addition to explaining what cancer means and how it might be prevented. A diagnosis of cancer is no longer the death sentence it once was, and this guide provides an essential overview of all current information on this fast-moving field. It is an invaluable source of advice for patients, their families, and health professionals, and can provide comfort and reassurance to people who suffer from the disease.

Frederick Stephens is the Emeritus Professor of Surgery and Surgical Oncology and the former head of the Dept of Surgery at the University of Sydney, and Consultant Surgeon Emeritus of Surgery and Surgical Oncology at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and Sydney Hospital. Richard Fox is former Professor of Medical Oncology at the University of Melbourne and Director of the Dept of Clinical Haematology at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. He is also Vice President of the Cancer Council of Victoria.