ONCOREUMATOLOGY. A MODERN CHALLENGE - MARIA MAJDAN, LUDMIŁA GRZYBOWSKA-SZATKOWSKA

In the fascinating world of medicine, where oncology and rheumatology intertwine, a new publication emerges, shedding light on modern challenges in oncoreumatology. This unique compendium of knowledge, edited by Prof. Dr. habil. med. Maria Majdan and Dr. habil. med. Ludmiła Grzybowska-Szatkowska, is an invaluable source of information for medical specialists and medical students.

• The role of immunotherapy in modern oncology
• Rheumatological complications of immunotherapy used in oncology
• Paraneoplastic syndromes - comprehensive analysis
• The use of radiotherapy in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders
• The relationship between metabolic syndrome, hyperuricemia and cancer
• Treatment of rheumatic diseases and occupational risk
• Case description of granulomatosis with vasculitis in a patient with prostate cancer

The monograph discusses with great accuracy issues that are a key challenge for modern medicine. The authors focus on the role of immunotherapy in modern oncology, analyzing the rheumatological complications of immunotherapy used in oncology. Paraneoplastic syndromes have been subjected to a comprehensive analysis, and the use of radiotherapy in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders has been discussed in detail. This is an invaluable source of knowledge for any doctor who wants to broaden their horizons in the field of oncoreumatology.

The publication also analyzes the relationship between metabolic syndrome, hyperuricemia - gout and cancer, as well as the treatment of rheumatic diseases and occupational risk. The monograph concludes with a case description and a literature review on granulomatosis with vasculitis in a patient with prostate cancer. This practical approach allows for a better understanding of the issues discussed and their application in daily medical practice.

The book is dedicated primarily to rheumatologists, oncologists, but the topics raised will also be of interest to radiologists and specialists from other fields who encounter oncological and rheumatological patients in their daily practice. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to keep up to date with the latest achievements in the field of oncoreumatology and provide their patients with the best possible care.

Publication details: Pages: 100, Format: 236x148 mm, Year of publication: 2021, binding: paperback, Publisher: PZWL.