Contemporary Issues in Women's Cancers

Contemporary Issues in Women's Cancers addresses the incidence, prevalence, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of cancers specific to women-in particular, gynecological cancers. This new resource provides nurses with a comprehensive, up to date, ready reference that will enhance their clinical practice, and help them treat their patients amidst not only the changing healthcare system in US, but also the changing ways in which cancer is diagnosed and treated. Expert authors, all member of the SGNO, offer their expertise in exploring the psychological issues associated with having cancer, and offer insight on providing assistance and resources To The individuals and families facing this disease. Every health care provider who uses this text will grow and expand their knowledge, their care and their service to their patients .

Chapter Preface
ChapterChapter 1 Overview and Epidemiology
ChapterChapter 2 Breast Cancer
ChapterChapter 3 Endometrial Cancer
ChapterChapter 4 Epithelial Ovarian Cancer The Disease and Survivorship
ChapterChapter 5 Non Epithelial Ovarian Cancer
ChapterChapter 6 Preinvasive Cerival Cancer
ChapterChapter 7 Invasive Cervical Cancer
ChapterChapter 8 Vulvar and Vaginal Cancers
ChapterChapter 9 Gynecologic Sarcomas
ChapterChapter 10 Cancer Genetics
ChapterChapter 11 Sexuality Issues
ChapterChapter 12 Infertility Issues
ChapterChapter 13 Menopausal Issues
ChapterChapter 14 Dealing with the Sequella of Treatment
ChapterChapter 15 Impact of Gynecologoc Cancer on the Family
ChapterChapter 16 Living with Recurrence Cancer
ChapterChapter 17 Cultural Aspects in Women's Cancers