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Book Synopsis The Rise of Acid Reflux in Asia by : Prateek Sharma
Download or read book The Rise of Acid Reflux in Asia written by Prateek Sharma and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-10-28 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: GERD is the most common gastrointestinal disease in the world affecting over 10-20% of the adult population. GERD is often perceived as a Western disease and very little literature available about this disease in the Asian population. With growing obesity and westernization in Asia, the prevalence of GERD is rapidly increasing. With growing morbidity and health care cost there is a significant need for understanding the disease from the Asian perspective. This book would fill the gap in the knowledge on GERD among Asians and will highlight the difference in terms of epidemiology, diagnosis and management of GERD from the Western perspective. The novel imaging, diagnostic modalities and treatment aspects will be essentially highlighted in this book. It also deals about the pathogenesis and risk factors of Asians for the development of GERD which have not been explored before. Another important difference is that the book would be dealing with symptom perception and cultural factors affecting the diagnosis and management of this common disorder. Finally, the surgical outcomes of GERD among Asians will be discussed. Information on these topics is limited.
Book Synopsis Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease by : Prateek Sharma
Download or read book Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease written by Prateek Sharma and published by S Karger Ag. This book was released on 2004-01 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) continues to intrigue both clinicians and researchers alike because of its varied presentation, changing epidemiology, lack of gold standard for diagnosis, and evolving treatment. It affects a major proportion of the adult population in the Western World and appears to be on the increase even in areas such as Southeast Asia, suggesting a role of environmental factors and lifestyle. GERD has different manifestations from simple heartburn to esophageal chest pain, hoarseness of voice or even asthma-like symptoms. The question of whether the spectrum of GERD is continuous or discontinuous, and whether the entities of endoscopy-negative reflux, esophagitis and Barrett's esophagus are truly distinct or entities in transition from less severe to more severe forms remains a source of contention. It is also unclear whether these entities differ greatly with respect to their pathophysiology and natural history even though their clinical management is similar - aimed at symptom resolution. Moreover, the classification of GERD, based on endoscopic criteria, really does not help in either diagnosis or treatment given that the majority of GERD patients have a normal endoscopy and that treatment is symptom driven. These and many more issues are addressed by the review and original articles collected in this publication, providing state-of-the-art information for both researchers and clinicians.
Book Synopsis Principles and Practice of Clinical Medicine in Asia by : Joseph Jao Yiu Sung
Download or read book Principles and Practice of Clinical Medicine in Asia written by Joseph Jao Yiu Sung and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2002 with total page 892 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a new and improved revision of the Textbook of Clinical Medicine for Asia. It is ideal as a standard medical text for students and physicians in Asia, as well as a reliable resource for physicians and researchers involved in treating Asians in the West. The book aims to outline approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions that are common to the region or its peoples. Each chapter includes an introduction to the basic concepts and current status in a medical specialty such as cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology and rheumatology. The chapters are based on local practice and regional expertise with statistics and experience unique to the Asia-Pacific region. Thus the book reflects the knowledge and experience of the disease patterns in the region.
Book Synopsis Benign Esophageal Disease by : Natan Zundel
Download or read book Benign Esophageal Disease written by Natan Zundel and published by Springer. This book was released on 2022-03-03 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book aims to review all of the literature, including landmark papers and the most current published data, in regard to the management of non-malignant foregut diseases. A number of surgeons publish and focus in malignant diseases of the esophagus, but this text emphasizes the benign ones, their problems and how to face them with the new available resources and technology. This book describes the different diagnostic tools available, as well as the different therapies for the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and its potential complications like Barret’s or strictures, and the associated anatomical abnormalities such as hiatal hernia or short esophagus, and more. Motility disorders of the esophagus, esophageal diverticula and perforations are also discussed. Different devices and approaches can be used to treat these diseases and they are covered and explained in different chapters of the book. Written by experts in the field, Benign Esophageal Disease provides surgeons and physicians with a concise and comprehensive summary of the current state of the field and will help guide patient management.
Book Synopsis Pathophysiology, Physical Assessment, and Pharmacology by : Janie T. Best
Download or read book Pathophysiology, Physical Assessment, and Pharmacology written by Janie T. Best and published by F.A. Davis. This book was released on 2021-11-04 with total page 726 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Integrate the 3Ps for a real-world, holistic approach to nursing care. This first-of-its-kind text integrates the 3 Ps—pathophysiology, pharmacology, and physical assessment—into an integrative whole that reflects the real-world of how students learn and nurses practice. This groundbreaking approach promotes a deeper understanding of these three essential and often challenging content areas, paralleling the importance of integration in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of nursing care. Its lifespan approach features six major population-based sections cover the key conditions and disorders that nurses are likely to encounter in practice, reviewing the important pathophysiology, pharmacology, and physical exam and assessment information relative to each disorder. Each section concludes with a case study that presents a new disorder relative to the population in that section, reinforcing the authors’ application-focused approach and developing must-have critical-thinking skills.
Book Synopsis Epigenetics, Energy Balance, and Cancer by : Nathan A. Berger
Download or read book Epigenetics, Energy Balance, and Cancer written by Nathan A. Berger and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-09-23 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume of Energy Balance and Cancer provides state-of-the-art descriptions of the rapidly evolving science of epigenetics and how it may explain mechanisms by which alterations in energy balance such as obesity and physical activity may impact cancer. In addition to chapters explaining the processes mediating epigenetic regulation, the volume contains a series of chapters explaining how environmental influences including early life events, nutrition, exercise and microbiota may induce epigenetic changes that can affect carcinogenesis. The following chapters describe epigenetic relations of energy balance to cancer in distinct organ systems including esophagus, colon, prostate and breast. Epigenetics, Energy Balance and Cancer provides a valuable resource for students, research investigators and clinicians seeking to better understand these processes as well as a basis for novel translational and transdisciplinary approaches to further elucidate these processes and develop preventive and therapeutic strategies.
Book Synopsis Acid Related Diseases by : Irvin M. Modlin
Download or read book Acid Related Diseases written by Irvin M. Modlin and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2004 with total page 556 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This textbook explores the history, biology, and treatment of acid related diseases, including gastric and duodenal ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and the role of H. pylori. The text offers thorough coverage of the subject matter, with an in-depth historical and biological focus. Equal focus is given to the biology and pharmacology of acid secretion and to the specific disease states of ulcers and GERD. This edition is full of new full-color medical illustrations of all aspects of this topic.
Download or read book Cerebral Palsy written by Freeman Miller and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2006-05-08 with total page 537 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a child has a health problem, parents want answers. But when a child has cerebral palsy, the answers don't come quickly. A diagnosis of this complex group of chronic conditions affecting movement and coordination is difficult to make and is typically delayed until the child is eighteen months old. Although the condition may be mild or severe, even general predictions about long-term prognosis seldom come before the child's second birthday. Written by a team of experts associated with the Cerebral Palsy Program at the Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children, this authoritative resource provides parents and families with vital information that can help them cope with uncertainty. Thoroughly updated and revised to incorporate the latest medical advances, the second edition is a comprehensive guide to cerebral palsy. The book is organized into three parts. In the first, the authors describe specific patterns of involvement (hemiplegia, diplegia, quadriplegia), explain the medical and psychosocial implications of these conditions, and tell parents how to be effective advocates for their child. In the second part, the authors provide a wealth of practical advice about caregiving from nutrition to mobility. Part three features an extensive alphabetically arranged encyclopedia that defines and describes medical terms and diagnoses, medical and surgical procedures, and orthopedic and other assistive devices. Also included are lists of resources and recommended reading.
Book Synopsis Fast Tract Digestion Heartburn by : Norman Robillard, Ph.D.
Download or read book Fast Tract Digestion Heartburn written by Norman Robillard, Ph.D. and published by Norm Robillard, Ph.D.. This book was released on 2012-10-16 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TRUTH ABOUT TRIGGER FOODS - They Are Not What You Think They Are ADDRESSING CAUSE AND EFFECT - Heartburn, Acid Reflux and GERD Relief without Drugs In the Fast Tract Digestion Heartburn, Norm Robillard, Ph.D., Founder of the Digestive Health Institute, explains the TRUE CAUSE and provides the COMPLETE DIETARY SOLUTION for acid reflux and GERD based on solid scientific evidence. This ground-breaking new approach -WHAT YOU EAT AFFECTS BACTERIA IN YOUR GUT- supported by a clinical study was presented at the recent Digestive Disease Week meeting in May, 2013 to provide a different treatment option to gastroenterologists for acid reflux and GERD. What people are saying about the Fast Tract Digestion Heartburn: "I weaned myself off proton pump inhibitors, and have avoided surgery completely. My quality of life is soooo much better. My gastroenterologists and surgeons are speechless.... His diet works. Period. Don't give up on it. Stick it out, and you will see the results.... I have never written a review on Amazon before, and am not being paid to say this. I feel so strongly about this book, that I had to let the world know." --- Joey I had been on PPI medication for over 10 years and tried from time to time to get off of them. But the acid reflux that returned was excruciating. I found this book, followed its advice and was so pleasantly surprised how well it works. Haven't taken a PPI in a month. The book is easy to read and understand and the recipes are really good. The charts in the book also make it easy to keep track of what and how much you can eat. I'd recommend this book to anyone who has GERD, takes medication for it and wants to get off of PPI's. --- DJ In the recent blog articles by the New York Time Best Seller Co-author of Protein Power, Dr. Mike Eades mentions the effectiveness of the Fast Tract Diet for GERD: http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/gerdacid-reflux/gerd-treat-low-high-carb-diet/ http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/gerdacid-reflux/gerd-treatment-nutrition-vs-drugs-3/ "Finally, after many years no more heartburn; Also no more bloating. I can't believe it. Why can't the gastroenerologists leave the pills alone." --- Henry T Ulrich "Thanks to Fast Tract Digestion diet and the consultative help of Norm Robillard via the Digestive Health Institute, I am now off meds, taking just an occasional TUMS. I feel better than I have since being diagnosed with GERD nearly two years ago. I expect that I will always need to be careful about what I eat, but it is a graded system that enables me to try gradual adjustments." --- Sunbeam48 According to Alana Sugar, a certified nutritionist with close to 25 years in practice: Dr. Robillard, your work has done the greatest service of all time for those of us facing these sorts of gut issues. The diet you have outlined is nutritionally balanced and safe! I tell my clients about your book and your work; I want everybody to know!
Book Synopsis The Acid Reflux Solution by : Dr. Jorge E. Rodriguez
Download or read book The Acid Reflux Solution written by Dr. Jorge E. Rodriguez and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2012-03-27 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heal Heartburn and Lose Weight, Naturally If you suffer from acid reflux, you’re not alone. More than 50 million Americans have GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, and while antacids can be effective for short-term relief, they can also cause dangerous medical conditions if they’re used for more than the recommended fifty days at a time. Luckily, The Acid Reflux Solution offers a simple plan to help you gradually and safely reduce—and eventually eliminate—the need for pills while alleviating your heartburn. In this combination medical guide and cookbook, gastroenterologist Jorge E. Rodriguez, MD, has teamed up with registered dietitian and food writer Susan Wyler to present a three-step program to heal heartburn naturally. This isn’t a formal diet plan—no calorie counting required—but you’ll probably shed some pounds while following The Acid Reflux Solution because these recipes were designed for good health. In fact, Dr. Jorge has not only healed his own heartburn since developing this plan, but he has also lost more than 30 pounds! In step one you make some simple lifestyle modifications, like raising the head of your bed, loosening your belt, and eating less but more often. These are easily achievable goals that you can start working on today. In step two, you start eating to avoid reflux. With 100 high-fiber, low-fat, portion-controlled recipes to choose from, this step is the most delicious—and surprising. The list of foods that actually trigger acid reflux is smaller than you might think, which means you can enjoy meals that you probably thought were off limits, like Cuban Black Bean Soup, Grass-Fed Beef and Portobello Blue Cheese Burgers, Asian Barbecued Chicken, and even Spaghetti and Meatballs. In the final step, you reduce the dosage and frequency of the medications you were taking to control your heartburn because you won’t need them anymore. The Acid Reflux Solution combines the latest medical research with reflux-friendly recipes to help you feel great, lose weight, and live heartburn free.
Book Synopsis The Gut Health Protocol by : John G. Herron
Download or read book The Gut Health Protocol written by John G. Herron and published by Eagle Stock Publishing. This book was released on 2016-07-31 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Second Edition! “THANK YOU !!!! I have been suffering from IBS and SIBO for years .... I came across your "gut health protocol" and followed it to a T... and I truly have not felt this good in years !!!!!! You have given me my life back !!!!! I never realized how sick I was, and I forgot how a healthy person should feel. I thought I had to live my life feeling the way I did. Not the case at all !! To everyone out there.... read the gut protocol, follow what is suggested...its so worth it !!!” — Jackie A. “I've been doing John's protocol for the last two months and it has helped immensely with my SIBO. My bloating and stomach distention are pretty much gone, ditto stools pretty much normal and motility much better. I had a glucose breath test (unfortunately only for hydrogen) a couple of weeks ago and it was negative... I did the protocol full swing, all of the supplements and extra antimicrobials, as well as lifestyle changes. I'm not necessarily 100% better, but it's the first thing I've done beside a ridiculously restrictive diet that has actually helped me heal. In fact, previously my diet was slowly becoming more and more restricted. Give it a try, it's good stuff. And, hey John Herron, thank you!” — Michelle M. “I would like to share that I have had such great success. My gut is probably about 90% better. I realize that it still probably has issues and this is a journey of healing and keeping it well, but I have had no bloating, belching, constipation or diarrhea, and limited moments of soreness. I feel that I am now digesting my food and the shortness of breath, heart palpitations, and discomfort in my throat are gone too.” — Berea F. “I just looked at your latest protocol and I have to say it is totally amazing! It seems more thorough than most of the 5 books I have read. Were/are you something famous for your job?” — Debbie H. The Gut Health Protocol outlines natural approaches to tackling dozens of stomach and intestinal health issues using only scientifically studied natural herbs, supplements and diet. Supplements commonly available in local health foods stores and at your favorite online retailer. Many common ailments often have gut issues as their underlying cause, conditions such as: recurring stomach aches, diarrhea, constipation, heartburn, IBS, acid reflux, nausea, eating disorders, eczema, obesity, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and even major depression have all been linked to gut issues. The root of many of these problems can often be traced quite convincingly to Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), intestinal candida albicans, h.pylori bacteria overgrowth in the stomach, bacterial dysbiosis throughout the gut or other secondary conditions that these infections cause. The Gut Health Protocol, and The Gut Health Diet, can usually resolve these issues, and without damaging antibiotics or steroids. Even if you choose to go the antibiotic route The Gut Health Protocol can make the treatment more effective and can help prevent serious complications. The Gut Health Protocol contains over 1200 published scientific studies summarized and explained in easy to understand language, over 500 pages on paper, and reviews of several treatment options. Unlike many self-help books nearly everything in the book is based on science, not opinion. The author takes all of this brilliant research and translates it to the practical application of healing and caring for our gut. The book is written in such a way as allow your doctor to easily look up the scientific studies to validate the claims and treatment suggestions. No need to take the author’s word for anything, you and your doctor can read the research. It is recommended that everyone works with a doctor to determine a treatment plan. Though everyone’s condition is different, you can be feeling much better in as little as 2 weeks, naturally and without risky antibiotic treatments. Be sure visit The Gut Health Protocol on Facebook, there are thousands of members just like you, all helping each other.
Book Synopsis Shackelford's Surgery of the Alimentary Tract E-Book by : Charles J. Yeo
Download or read book Shackelford's Surgery of the Alimentary Tract E-Book written by Charles J. Yeo and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2012-07-26 with total page 2628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprehensive and complete, Shackelford’s Surgery of the Alimentary Tract delivers the definitive, clinically oriented, cutting-edge guidance you need to achieve optimal outcomes managing the entire spectrum of gastrointestinal disorders. Make effective use of the latest endoscopic, robotic, and minimally invasive procedures as well as medical therapies with unbeatable advice from a "who’s who" of international authorities! Find expert answers to any clinical question in gastrointestinal surgery, from the esophagus to the colon. See exactly what to look for and how to proceed from an abundance of beautifully detailed intraoperative and laparoscopic photographs.
Book Synopsis Sleisenger and Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease E-Book by : Mark Feldman
Download or read book Sleisenger and Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease E-Book written by Mark Feldman and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2015-01-01 with total page 3313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in its 10th edition, Sleisenger and Fordtran?s Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease remains your indispensable source for definitive, state-of-the-art answers on every aspect of gastroenterology and hepatology. Overcome your most complex clinical challenges and make optimal use of the newest techniques, technologies, and treatments?with superb guidance from hundreds of world-renowned authorities. Meticulous updates throughout include the latest approaches and improvements in gastrointestinal and liver disease diagnosis and therapy as well as hundreds of images and 35 new procedural videos. "..one of the most valuable clinical resources in the dynamic field of gastroenterology and hepatology." Reviewed by Brindusa Diaconu on behalf of the Journal of Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases, July 2015 "..an engaging, educational yet clinically orientated textbook which is relevant to modern clinical practice." Reviewed by Dr Harry Brown on behalf of glycosmedia.com, April 2015 "I can personally attest to the remarkable advances that have been made, as I was author of the chapter on eosinophilic gastroenteritis in the second edition of the textbook, and reading the same chapter in the tenth edition underscores the important advances that have been made in our understanding of the molecular basis as well as the pathophysiology of this and related disorders." Foreword by Norton J. Greenberger, MD Boston, Massachusetts, June 2015 Consult this title on your favorite e-reader. Get the essential gastroenterology information you need from one authoritative source with an outstanding global reputation for excellence. Zero in on the key information you need to know with a consistent, full-color chapter design. Stay up to date with emerging and challenging topics: enteric microbiota and probiotics; fecal microbiota transplantation; Clostridium difficile colitis; and factitious gastrointestinal diseases. Incorporate the latest findings and improvements in care for liver disease patients—from diagnosis and treatment through post-treatment strategies and management of complications. Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, references, and videos from the book on a variety of devices.
Book Synopsis Esophageal Motility Disorders—Advances in Research and Treatment: 2012 Edition by :
Download or read book Esophageal Motility Disorders—Advances in Research and Treatment: 2012 Edition written by and published by ScholarlyEditions. This book was released on 2012-12-26 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Esophageal Motility Disorders—Advances in Research and Treatment: 2012 Edition is a ScholarlyEditions™ eBook that delivers timely, authoritative, and comprehensive information about Esophageal Motility Disorders. The editors have built Esophageal Motility Disorders—Advances in Research and Treatment: 2012 Edition on the vast information databases of ScholarlyNews.™ You can expect the information about Esophageal Motility Disorders in this eBook to be deeper than what you can access anywhere else, as well as consistently reliable, authoritative, informed, and relevant. The content of Esophageal Motility Disorders—Advances in Research and Treatment: 2012 Edition has been produced by the world’s leading scientists, engineers, analysts, research institutions, and companies. All of the content is from peer-reviewed sources, and all of it is written, assembled, and edited by the editors at ScholarlyEditions™ and available exclusively from us. You now have a source you can cite with authority, confidence, and credibility. More information is available at http://www.ScholarlyEditions.com/.
Book Synopsis Medicinal Orchids of Asia by : Eng Soon Teoh
Download or read book Medicinal Orchids of Asia written by Eng Soon Teoh and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-08-30 with total page 753 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique book brings together a wealth of data on the botanical, ethno-medicinal and pharmacological aspects of over 500 species of Asian medicinal orchids. It starts off by explaining the role and limitations of complimentary and herbal medicines, and how traditional Asian medicine differs from Western, “scientific” medicine. The different Asian medical traditions are described, as well as their modes of preparing herbal remedies. The core of the book presents individual medicinal orchid species arranged by genera. Each species is identified by its official botanical name, synonyms, and local names. Its distribution, habitat and flowering season, uses and pharmacology are described. An overview sums up the research findings on all species within each genus. Clinical observations are discussed whenever available, and possible therapeutic applications are highlighted. The book closes with chapters on the conservation of medicinal orchids and on the role of randomized clinical trials.
Book Synopsis Acid Reflux Diet and Cookbook For Dummies by : Patricia Raymond
Download or read book Acid Reflux Diet and Cookbook For Dummies written by Patricia Raymond and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-08-11 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get rid of GERD for good Is your heartburn making you dread meal times? No matter howdelicious a feast is before you, the prospect of that burning pain,nausea, and even vomiting can be enough to make you turn away.Heartburn is a symptom of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, commonlycalled acid reflux, and the pain is caused by stomach acid damagingthe tissue in your esophagus. It's more than a minorannoyance—GERD is a precursor to esophageal cancer, and itaffects over 50 million Americans. There are medications to treatGERD, but what most sufferers don't realize is that a few simplelifestyle changes can help your medication work better—or getyou off medications completely. Acid Reflux Diet & Cookbook for Dummies is yourroadmap to ending GERD for good. In it, you'll find lifestyle anddiet modifications that prevent symptoms from occurring in thefirst place, as well as explanations about the mechanism of thecondition and how and why these modifications help. The bookcontains over 70 practical recipes, plus tips on navigating grocerystores, restaurant menus, and the holiday season. You'll gainvaluable insight on the small, easy changes that can make a bigdifference, and get answers to questions like: Is your posture and sleep position working against you? Can chewing gum really help or hurt? What supplements may work just as well, or better than,prescriptions? How does eating more often help prevent symptoms? Whether you've tried every treatment available and still haven'tfound relief, or are hoping to avoid prescription medicationcompletely, Acid Reflux Diet & Cookbook for Dummies is aclear, comprehensive guide to getting rid of GERD.
Book Synopsis Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention by : Michael Thun
Download or read book Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention written by Michael Thun and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2017-11-07 with total page 1104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The definitive reference for budding and experienced cancer epidemiologists alike." -American Journal of Epidemiology "Practitioners in epidemiology and oncology will find immense value in this." -JAMA Since its initial publication in 1982, CANCER EPIDEMIOLOGY AND PREVENTION has served as the premier reference work for students and professionals working to understand the causes and prevention of cancer in humans. Now revised for the first time in more than a decade, this fourth edition provides a comprehensive summary of the global patterns of cancer incidence and mortality, current understanding of the major causal determinants, and a rationale for preventive interventions. Special attention is paid to molecular epidemiologic approaches that address the wider role of genetic predisposition and gene-environment interactions in cancer etiology and pathogenesis. New and timely chapters on environmental and social-epidemiologic factors include: · The role of social class disparities · The role of obesity and physical inactivity · The potential effects of electromagnetic fields and radiofrequency radiation · The principles of cancer chemoprevention For both seasoned professionals and newer generations of students and researchers, this fourth edition of CANCER EPIDEMIOLOGY AND PREVENTION remains the authority in the field -- a work of distinction that every lab, library, student, professional, or researcher should have close at hand.
