Setting up a cancer centre : a WHO-International Atomic Energy Agency framework / / jointly produced by the International Atomic Energy Agency and World Health Organization ; edited by May Abdel-Wahab, Cherian Varghese

• Pubblicazione: Vienna : , : International Atomic Energy Agency, , 2022
• Edizione: 1st ed.
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (120 pages)
• Disciplina: 362.19699/4
• Soggetto topico: Cancer - Prevention; Cancer - Treatment; Cancer - Research
• Persona (resp. second.): Abdel-WahabMay
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references.
• Nota di contenuto: Blank Page
• Sommario/riassunto: This publication, jointly produced by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the World Health Organization (WHO), provides a comprehensive framework for establishing cancer centers. It addresses the growing global cancer burden by guiding the development of cancer treatment facilities in a phased manner. The document highlights the importance of proper diagnosis, various treatment regimens including radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and surgery, and the necessity of improving patient quality of life through supportive care. Aimed at physicians, policymakers, and program managers, it outlines critical issues and factors in planning or expanding cancer services, and details necessary human resources and equipment. The guide is designed to be adaptable to local conditions, enhancing cancer care capacity in different countries.
• Titolo autorizzato: Setting up a cancer centre
• ISBN: 9789201001221; 9789201004222
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9911009262603321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II
• Serie: Non-serial Publication