Perioperative Care of the Cancer Patient: A Comprehensive Guide

Perioperative Care of the Cancer Patient is a groundbreaking, comprehensive reference that provides an in-depth look into the acute care of surgical patients with cancer. This book, authored by Carin A. Hagberg, is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, researchers, and students seeking to understand the complexities of cancer care and its implications on perioperative medicine.

A Comprehensive Overview of Cancer Care

More than 80% of patients with cancer will require the services of anesthesiology and perioperative medicine, intensive care medicine, and pain management specialists during their cancer journey. This book covers current clinical practice and perioperative care guidelines during the entire cancer journey for both adult and pediatric patients. It delves into diverse topics such as cancer epidemiology, cancer biology, ethics in cancer care delivery, value proposition in cancer care, and the application of big data and computational sciences in cancer medicine and care delivery.

Emerging Trends in Cancer Therapies and Their Perioperative Implications

Perioperative Care of the Cancer Patient discusses newer cancer therapies and their implications on perioperative care, including functional assessment and prehabilitation, enhanced recovery programs in cancer care, and the challenges of novel cancer therapies in the care of the critically ill cancer patient. It also explores chronic and interventional pain management in patients with cancer, providing healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools to deliver optimal care.

A Valuable Resource for Healthcare Professionals

This book serves as an educational resource and clinical reference for surgeons, anesthesia practitioners, hospitalists, internists, pain physicians, intensivists, basic science researchers, and all clinicians involved in the acute care of surgical patients with cancer. With its comprehensive coverage of the latest research, guidelines, and best practices in cancer care, Perioperative Care of the Cancer Patient is an indispensable guide for healthcare professionals seeking to improve patient outcomes and advance the field of cancer care.