The Official Patient's Sourcebook on MALIGNANT MESOTHELIOMA
| Pages | : | 260 |
| Price | : | $28.95(USD) |
| ISBN | : | 059783475X |
| Published | : | 2002 |
(cancer Mesothelioma; Malignant Mesothelioma; Mesothelioma) | ||
| Synopsis |
A comprehensive manual for anyone interested in self-directed research on malignant mesothelioma. Fully referenced with ample Internet listings and glossary. |
| Related Conditions/Synonyms | |
| cancer Mesothelioma; Malignant Mesothelioma; Mesothelioma |
Description | |
This book has been created for patients who have decided to make education and research an integral part of the treatment process. Although it also gives information useful to doctors, caregivers and other health professionals, it tells patients where and how to look for information covering virtually all topics related to malignant mesothelioma (also cancer Mesothelioma; Malignant Mesothelioma; Mesothelioma), from the essentials to the most advanced areas of research. The title of this book includes the word official. This reflects the fact that the sourcebook draws from public, academic, government, and peer-reviewed research. Selected readings from various agencies are reproduced to give you some of the latest official information available to date on malignant mesothelioma. Given patients' increasing sophistication in using the Internet, abundant references to reliable Internet-based resources are provided throughout this sourcebook. Where possible, guidance is provided on how to obtain free-of-charge, primary research results as well as more detailed information via the Internet. E-book and electronic versions of this sourcebook are fully interactive with each of the Internet sites mentioned (clicking on a hyperlink automatically opens your browser to the site indicated). Hard-copy users of this sourcebook can type cited Web addresses directly into their browsers to obtain access to the corresponding sites. In addition to extensive references accessible via the Internet, chapters include glossaries of technical or uncommon terms. |
| Table of Contents |
Introduction
Overview
Organization
Scope
Moving Forward
PART I: THE ESSENTIALS
Chapter 1. The Essentials on Malignant Mesothelioma: Guidelines
Overview
What Is Malignant Mesothelioma?
Stages of Malignant Mesothelioma
How Is Malignant Mesothelioma Treated?
Treatment by Stage
To Learn More
About PDQ
More Guideline Sources
Vocabulary Builder
Chapter 2. Seeking Guidance
Overview
Associations and Malignant Mesothelioma
Cancer Support Groups
The Cancer Information Service
Finding Cancer Resources in Your Community
Finding Doctors Who Specialize in Cancer Care
Selecting Your Doctor
Working with Your Doctor
Finding a Cancer Treatment Facility
Additional Cancer Support Information
Vocabulary Builder
Chapter 3. Clinical Trials and Malignant Mesothelioma
Overview
Recent Trials on Malignant Mesothelioma
Benefits and Risks
Clinical Trials and Insurance Coverage
Clinical Trials and Medicare Coverage
Increasing the Likelihood of Insurance Coverage for Trials
If Your Insurance Claim Is Denied after the Trial Has Begun
Government Initiatives to Expand Insurance Coverage for Trials
Keeping Current on Clinical Trials
General References
Vocabulary Builder
PART II: ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AND ADVANCED MATERIAL
Chapter 4. Studies on Malignant Mesothelioma
Overview
Federally Funded Research on Malignant Mesothelioma
E-Journals: PubMed Central
The National Library of Medicine: PubMed
Vocabulary Builder
Chapter 5. Books on Malignant Mesothelioma
Overview
The National Library of Medicine Book Index
Chapters on Malignant Mesothelioma
General Home References
Vocabulary Builder
Chapter 6. Multimedia on Malignant Mesothelioma
Overview
Bibliography: Multimedia on Malignant Mesothelioma
Vocabulary Builder
Chapter 7. Physician Guidelines and Databases
Overview
NIH Guidelines
What Is Malignant Mesothelioma?
Cellular Classification
Stage Information
Treatment Option Overview
NIH Databases
Other Commercial Databases
The Genome Project and Malignant Mesothelioma
Specialized References
Vocabulary Builder
Chapter 8. Dissertations on Malignant Mesothelioma
Overview
Dissertations on Malignant Mesothelioma
Keeping Current
PART III. APPENDICES
Appendix A. Researching Your Medications
Overview
Your Medications: The Basics
Learning More about Your Medications
Commercial Databases
Drug Development and Approval
Understanding the Approval Process for New Cancer Drugs
The Role of the Federal Drug Administration (FDA)
Getting Drugs to Patients Who Need Them
Contraindications and Interactions (Hidden Dangers)
A Final Warning
General References
Vocabulary Builder
Appendix B. Researching Alternative Medicine
Overview
What Is CAM?
What Are the Domains of Alternative Medicine?
Finding CAM References on Malignant Mesothelioma
Additional Web Resources
General References
Vocabulary Builder
Appendix C. Researching Nutrition
Overview
Food and Nutrition: General Principles
Finding Studies on Malignant Mesothelioma
Federal Resources on Nutrition
Additional Web Resources
Vocabulary Builder
Appendix D. Finding Medical Libraries
Overview
Preparation
Finding a Local Medical Library
Medical Libraries Open to the Public
Appendix E. Your Rights and Insurance
Overview
Your Rights as a Patient
Patient Responsibilities
Choosing an Insurance Plan
Medicare and Medicaid
Financial Assistance for Cancer Care
NORD’s Medication Assistance Programs
Additional Resources
Vocabulary Builder
ONLINE GLOSSARIES
Online Dictionary Directories
MALIGNANT MESOTHELIOMA GLOSSARY
General Dictionaries and Glossaries
INDEX
