Head and Neck Cancer Care in a Pandemic: Prioritizing Safe Care 1st Edition (2021) by Daniel G. Deschler PDF

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Head and Neck Cancer Care in a Pandemic: Prioritizing Safe Care is an up-to-the-moment, comprehensive reference for addressing the complex problems inherent in delivering optimal cancer treatment during a pandemic. Written during the crisis, a major motivation for its publication is the simple fact that delaying treatments for cancers is frequently not an option.This outstanding volume is unique for its inclusive authorship: contributors represent the heads of renowned departments in leading institutions, residents, fellows, and medical students on the front lines of the pandemic. While providing vital and time-sensitive cancer patient care, the authors have documented lessons learned battling serious diseases and co-morbidities during the COVID-19 emergency. In addition to an emphasis on the surgical issues of specific diseases, Head and Neck Cancer Care in a Pandemic looks at multidisciplinary patient management, education, social issues impact, and general considerations such as telemedicine and protective equipment.The editors have arranged the text in six sections: General Considerations Patient Management Considerations Subsite-Specific Considerations (Mucosal) Subsite-Specific Considerations (Nonmucosal) Education in the COVID-19 Era Social Issues in the COVID-19 Era Clinicians, investigators, and students will discover this rare achievement in medical textbooks is a valuable resource in the practice of oncologic care in the COVD-19 era.

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Editorial Reviews: About the Author Daniel G. Deschler, MD, FACS is Vice Chair for Academic Affairs and Senior Scientist at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. Dr. Deschler is also Professor of Otorhinolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts.

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