Bøger af Peter Hayes

Prostate cancer is cancer of the prostate, which is a muscle-driven mechanical switch and an accessory gland of the male reproductive system, which surrounds the urethra and is located just below the bladder. Prostate cancer may not show any symptoms in the beginning. However, symptoms can be seen in the later stages, such as pain in the pelvis or back, blood in the urine or difficulty urinating. Other late symptoms such as fatigue may also occur due to decreased levels of red blood cells. The risk of prostate cancer can increase due to factors like race, family history and old age. Treatments might include chemotherapy, hormone therapy, radiation therapy and a combination of surgery and therapy. Other treatments include targeted therapy, bisphosphonates and pain medications. This book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. For all readers who are interested in this medical condition, the case studies included herein will serve as an excellent guide to develop a comprehensive understanding.

Prostate cancer occurs in the walnut shaped prostate gland, which generates seminal fluid that transports and nourishes the sperm cells in males. It can be diagnosed through various methods such as digital rectal exam, magnetic resonance imaging, prostate-specific antigen test, ultrasound imaging and prostate biopsy. Majority of people with early-stage prostate cancer can benefit from treatment options like irradiation or radical prostatectomy. Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) is the typical systemic therapy for individuals with advanced prostate cancer. Although ADT provides a short term remission, most patients eventually develop castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC). Effective therapy becomes limited after prostate cancer cells lose their sensitivity to ADT. Several novel alternatives for the treatment of CRPC include taxane, CYP17 inhibitor and AR antagonist. This book contains some path-breaking studies on human prostate cancer cells. It aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of their detection, growth and treatment. This book is a vital tool for all researching and studying this topic.

The prostate gland is a part of the male reproductive system. It is located slightly below the bladder and in front of the rectum. It produces a fluid which is a part of the semen. Prostate cancer is a condition that causes malignant cells to develop in the prostate tissues. The symptoms comprise frequent urinating or a weak urine flow. It is diagnosed through tests which examine the prostate and blood. A biopsy is performed to diagnose prostate cancer and determining the grade of the cancer. There are various treatments available for patients with this cancer including surgery, hormone therapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy and radiopharmaceutical therapy, bisphosphonate therapy, and chemotherapy. This book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the assessment and management of prostate cancer. It aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of this disease. This book will prove to be immensely beneficial to students and researchers in this field.

This work provides an analysis of North Korea's nuclear controversy from a variety of perspectives, including: nuclear reactor technology and technology transfer; economic sanctions and incentives; confidence-building measures; environmental challenges; and the views of Korea and the major powers.

Examines the ideological depiction of the masses from the French Revolution to the democratization of Eastern Europe, showing how, during this period, political activists seeking popular appeal have increasingly identified mass social groups in positive rather than in negative terms.