• ISBN13: 9783030786472
• Binding: Hardcover
• Subject: Medical, Nursing and Health Sciences
• Publisher: Springer Verlag
• Publisher Imprint: Springer
• Publication Date: June 7, 2021
• Pages: 393
• Original Price: EUR 149.99
• Language: English
• Edition: N/A
• Item Weight: 820 grams
• BISAC Subject(s): Internal Medicine

This book is a valuable source  for oncologists and all other physicians dealing with cancer survivors. It provides detailed information on the evidence-based benefits and forms of intervention, with contributions by a highly prestigious and well recognized panel of experts. Chapters deal with all features of survivorship outlining the role of the oncologist and other caregivers and discusses survivorship care in different countries and different settings. The book addresses new challenges and complex issues broader than medical issues faced by patients who are cured highlighting that cancer is no longer a death sentence. It provides evidence-based management guidance and addresses issues such as symptom management, palliative care, screening for recurrence, rehabilitation, fertility issues among others. This is an indispensable resource for oncologists, oncology nurses and other professionals dealing with cancer patients as well as patient advocacygroups and cancer leagues.

Stefan Rauh Is currently working as hemato-oncologist in the oncology department of Centre Hospitalier Emile Mayrisch, Esch, Luxembourg. He has received training in Germany, Switzerland, France and Luxembourg. He is mainly involved in clinical work, but has also research and teaching activities, and is interested in public policy and international cooperation projects in oncology.