Endocrine Problems in Cancer

Endocrine Problems in Cancer: Molecular Basis and Clinical Management reviews endocrine and metabolic problems that can be attributed to the production of hormones by neoplastic cells, or by the interference of normal physiological systems by malignant cells. The book emphasizes the clinical aspects of the diagnosis and management of the endocrine problems in cancer. The text starts by studying the biological basis of cancer, its secreted products, and its relationship to the genetics of the cell and the individual. Cell metabolism and the individual clinical endocrine syndromes that occur are then discussed in the chapters that follow. Several chapters describe the physiological basis and the diagnostic approach to cancer. Finally, the clinical management of cancer is outlined in detail. Oncologists, endocrinologists, physicians, researchers, and medical students will find this text useful.

List of ContributorsPreface1. Molecular Biology of Cancer2. Endocrine Markers in Cancer3. Genetic Problems of Endocrine Significance4. Nutritional Support5. Glucose Homeostasis6. Disorders of Mineral Metabolism7. Growth and Development8. Hypopituitarism9. Disorders of Vasopressin Function10. The Ectopic ACTH Syndrome11. Peptide-Secreting Tumours of the Gut12. Gonadal and Genito-urinary Cancer 13. Endocrine Effects of Therapy14. The Clinical Management of Multiple Endocrine Adenomatosis 15. Skin Changes in Cancer16. Effects of Tumours on the Immune SystemIndex