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Focus On Lung Cancer Research (Horizons in Cancer Research)
: :Lung cancer is the most common form of cancer in the world and a major cause of death. This new book brings together stellar research from around the world. The two main types of primary lung cancer small cell and non-small cell are examined. The book's scope encompasses the three main types of non-small cell lung cancer: squamous cell carcinoma which is the commonest type of lung cancer and develops in the cells which line the airways; adenocarcinoma develops from the cells which produce mucus in the lining of the airways; large ...
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Forecasting Product Liability Claims: Epidemiology and Modeling in the Manville Asbestos Case (Statistics for Biology and Health)
: :This volume presents a rigorous account of statistical forecasting efforts that led to the successful resolution of the Johns-Manville asbestos litigation. This case, taking 12 years to reach settlement, is expected to generate nearly 500,000 claims at a total nominal value of over $34 billion. The forecasting task, to project the number, timing, and nature of claims for asbestos-related injuries from a set of exposed persons of unknown size, is a general problem: the models in this volume can be adapted to forecast industry-wide asbestos liability. More generally, because the models are ...
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Four primary tumors of lung, bladder, prostate, and breast in a male patient.(Case Report): An article from: Southern Medical Journal
: :This digital document is an article from Southern Medical Journal, published by Thomson Gale on September 1, 2005. The length of the article is 2541 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.Citation DetailsTitle: Four primary tumors of lung, bladder, prostate, and breast in a male patient.(Case Report)Author: Zaher K. OtrockPublication: Southern Medical Journal (Magazine/Journal)Date: September 1, 2005Publisher: Thomson GaleVolume: 98 ...
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Free Radicals and Inhalation Pathology: Respiratory System, Mononuclear Phagocyte System - Hypoxia and Reoxygenation - Pneumoconioses and other Granulomatoses - Cancer
: :This book summarizes highlights in the field of free radicals in medicine and biology, with a detailed analysis of the extensive recent literature. It describes results from experimental research work on dust inhalation, hypoxia, and environmental toxicology that uses morphologic methods such as electron microscopy, interference microscopy and time-lapse techniques in tissue cultures. The volume discusses free radical reactions that are probably involved in the pathogenesis of both physical and chemical environmental hazards. It lists radical scavengers that function as useful prophylactic agents in case of unavoidable exposure. A short history of dust diseases ...
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A friend for life and death.(Viewpoint): An article from: National Catholic Reporter
: :This digital document is an article from National Catholic Reporter, published by National Catholic Reporter on February 18, 2005. The length of the article is 674 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.Citation DetailsTitle: A friend for life and death.(Viewpoint)Author: Dick RyanPublication: National Catholic Reporter (Magazine/Journal)Date: February 18, 2005Publisher: National Catholic ReporterVolume: 41 Issue: 16 Page: 19(1)Distributed by Thomson Gale
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frontline Assessment of Lung Cancer& Occupational Pulmonary Diseases
from: Snowdrift Pulmonary Conference
: :This digital document is an article from National Catholic Reporter, published by National Catholic Reporter on February 18, 2005. The length of the article is 674 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.Citation DetailsTitle: A friend for life and death.(Viewpoint)Author: Dick RyanPublication: National Catholic Reporter (Magazine/Journal)Date: February 18, 2005Publisher: National Catholic ReporterVolume: 41 Issue: 16 Page: 19(1)Distributed by Thomson Gale
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Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine: Lung cancer
: :The article is excerpted from Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine. 'Gale's products are known to be thorough, well-researched, and good reference tools. This item is no exception... This is a valuable resource for readers who are seeking information on complementary medicine and herbal remedies. The scope of this encyclopedia is comprehensive, but not definitive. Readers should use this as a supplement,.to professional healthcare consultation. This source has been a long-awaited product for the consolidation of general alternative medicine information.' -- ARBA (2002) Can magnets relieve arthritis pain? Does the scent of lavender ...
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Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer: Carcinoid tumors, lung
: :The article is excerpted from Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer The resource students and researchers will turn to for reliable, up-to-date and clearly written information, the Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer is a comprehensive survey of 120 cancers, cancer drugs, traditional and alternative treatments and diagnostic procedures. The Encyclopedia includes entries covering cancers, cancer drugs, treatments, side effects and diagnostic procedures. Entries typically include the following elements: Causes and Symptoms Definition Description Diagnosis Prevention Resources Risks Special Concerns And more An appendix provides complete contact information for cancer centers, national support groups, government agencies ...
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Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer: Lung cancer, non-small cell
: :The article is excerpted from Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer The resource students and researchers will turn to for reliable, up-to-date and clearly written information, the Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer is a comprehensive survey of 120 cancers, cancer drugs, traditional and alternative treatments and diagnostic procedures. The Encyclopedia includes entries covering cancers, cancer drugs, treatments, side effects and diagnostic procedures. Entries typically include the following elements: Causes and Symptoms Definition Description Diagnosis Prevention Resources Risks Special Concerns And more An appendix provides complete contact information for cancer centers, national support groups, government agencies ...
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Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer: Lung cancer, small cell
: :The article is excerpted from Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer The resource students and researchers will turn to for reliable, up-to-date and clearly written information, the Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer is a comprehensive survey of 120 cancers, cancer drugs, traditional and alternative treatments and diagnostic procedures. The Encyclopedia includes entries covering cancers, cancer drugs, treatments, side effects and diagnostic procedures. Entries typically include the following elements: Causes and Symptoms Definition Description Diagnosis Prevention Resources Risks Special Concerns And more An appendix provides complete contact information for cancer centers, national support groups, government agencies ...
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Diesel vehicles have nearly a 50-percent market share in Europe, thanks to tax incentives and diesel-friendly legislation across the EU. Diesels are so passé there that you can buy a BMW 730d and no one will think it odd that your luxury car burns oil. Pull up in a diesel 7-Series in America and people would leer at you like you've alighted from an amphibious vehicle reeking of saltwater and dead trout.