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Book Synopsis***Second edition includes five new chapters!*** "This volume has been expanded, updated, and polished and thus constitutes an even more comprehensive resource of valuable scientific, psychological, sociological, therapeutic, financial, and practical information for the patient afflicted with head and neck cancer and his or her family. Appreciation of these principles [in this book] and others too numerous to mention will soften the impact of the cancer and facilitate the care of, as well as the caring for, the patient afflicted with head and neck cancer." - From the foreword by Elliot W. Strong, M.D., F.A.C.S, Emeritus, Memorial Hospital for Cancer and Allied Disease, Emeritus, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Former Attending Surgeon and Chief, Head and Neck Service, Former Professor of Surgery, Cornell University, Medical College. While the prevalence of head and neck cancers is relatively low, the impact of the disease on sufferers is great - including aesthetics as well as speech, smell, hearing, sight, and swallowing problems.Meeting the Challenges of Oral and Head and Neck Cancer: A Survivor's Guide, now in its second edition, is a popular and useful guide to help those with head and neck cancer and those who care for them. For the second edition, the text has been extensively rewritten, updated, and expanded to include five new chapters. What began as an idea for bringing practical information to oral and head and neck cancer survivors in a reader-friendly format has now turned into something of an institution, or even a community in its own right, with many survivors, family members, and healthcare professionals offering suggestions and input to the content, resources, and tables. Aside from offering advice on a host of topics - including meeting the challenges of chemo, swallowing issues, surgeries, and more - the authors provide guidance on health insurance and recommend commercial products for issues ranging from oral hygiene to skin care. Also included is a comprehensive list of publications, websites, and other information sources, including support groups, medical associations, and more.Concise, practical, and packed with information, Meeting the Challenges of Oral and Head and Neck Cancer: A Guide for Survivors and Caregivers, Second Edition is a valuable resource to assist those who need help overcoming the many difficult issues that confront them or their loved ones struggling with oral or head and neck cancer.
Table of ContentsContents: Foreword Preface Acknowledgements Contributors 1. Introduction to the Challenges of Oral and Head and Neck Cancer David Myssiorek 2. Meeting the Challenges of the Human Papillomavirus and Oropharyngeal Carcinoma Patrick K. Ha 3. Meeting the Challenges of Treatment Planning and Surgery for Cancer of the Head and Neck Eugene N. Myers 4. Meeting the Challenges of Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS) Gregory S. Weinstein and Bert W. O'Malley, Jr. 5. Meeting the Challenges of Radiation Therapy David S. Yoo, Mary Ann Downey Rubio, Gail Funk, Brandey Terruso, Linda Gilliard, and David M. Brizel 6. Meeting the Challenges of Chemotherapy in the Treatment of Oral and Head and Neck Cancer Su Hsien Lim, Shrujal Baxi, Matthew Fury, and David G. Pfister 7. Meeting the Challenges of Good Oral Care in the Management of Head and Neck Cancer James J. Sciubba 8. Meeting the Challenges of Targeted Therapy and Skin Care Mario E. Lacouture 9. Meeting the Challenges of Pain in the Head and Neck Cancer Patient Population: Causes and Effects Barbara A. Murphy 10. Meeting the Challenges of Quality of Life Dorothy Gold 11. Meeting the Challenges of Psychological Effects of Head and Neck Cancer Sandy Cavell and Randall Morton 12. Meeting the Challenges of Communication and Swallowing Disorders After Treatment for Head and Neck Cancer Bonnie Martin-Harros, Julie Blair, and Kendrea L. Focht 13. Meeting the Challenges of Good Nutrition Jennifer Thompson 14. Meeting the Challenges of Insurance Issues a. Health Insurance in the United States Beth Patterson, Pat Jolley, Erin Moaratty, Tammy Neice, Elaine Martinez, and Tanya Walker b. Medically Necessary Dental Care Mary Kaye Richter and Malinda Heuring 15. Meeting the Challenges of Clinical Trials a. Meeting the Challenges of Clinical Trials Nancy E. Leupold b. Finding a Clinical Trial to Meet Your Specific Needs Patty Delaney and Deborah J. Miller 16. Products, Therapies, and Survivor Input: Resources for Coping with the Challenges of Side Effects of Treatment Nancy E. Leupold Appendix: Programs of outreach and support, literature, web sites and organizations Index
