Chapter 1

Molecular Biology and Genetics of Cancer

Oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, and signaling

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Carcinogenesis: Viral, Chemical, and Radiation

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Genetic counseling and hereditary cancer syndromes

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Flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry (IHC)

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Molecular markers for targeted therapy

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Chapter 2

Principles of Surgical, Radiation, and Chemotherapy

Radical vs Palliative surgical resection

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Radiotherapy: External beam and Brachytherapy

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Chemotherapy: Neoadjuvant, Adjuvant, and Maintenance

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Immunotherapy and biological response modifiers

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Complications of non-surgical cancer treatments

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Chapter 3

Screening, Diagnosis, and Staging of Tumors

Early detection and screening programs

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Imaging in oncology (PET-CT, MRI)

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Principles of staging (TNM classification)

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Fine needle aspiration and core biopsy

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Tumor markers in diagnosis and follow-up

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Chapter 4

Multi-disciplinary Approach and Tumor Boards

Role of MDT in cancer management

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Quality of life (QoL) considerations

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Tumor board decision processing

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Surveillance and survivorship programs

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Clinical trials and translational research in oncology

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Chapter 5

Rehabilitation and End-of-life Care for Cancer Patients

Physical and psychological rehabilitation

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Management of ostomies and prostheses

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Nutritional support in cancer cachexia

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Pain and symptom control in terminal care

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Psychosocial support for family and patients

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