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Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 18e
| Part 7. Oncology and Hematology > Section 1. Neoplastic Disorders > |
Chapter 82. Prevention and Early Detection of Cancer
Sections: Prevention and Early Detection of Cancer: Introduction, Education and Healthful Habits, Cancer Chemoprevention, Surgical Prevention of Cancer, Further Readings.
Topics Discussed: cancer prevention; cancer screening.
Excerpt:"Improved understanding of carcinogenesis has allowed cancer prevention and early detection (also known as cancer control) to expand beyond the identification and avoidance of carcinogens. Specific interventions to prevent cancer in those at risk, and effective screening for early detection of cancer, are the goals...."
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