Interferons: Mechanisms of Action and Role in Cancer Therapy Softcover Repri Edition Contributor(s): Crowther, Derek (Editor) |
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ISBN: 3642767893 ISBN-13: 9783642767890 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $104.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2012 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Medical | Hematology - Medical | Oncology - General - Medical | Radiology, Radiotherapy & Nuclear Medicine |
Dewey: 616.994 |
Series: Eso Monographs |
Physical Information: 0.17" H x 8.25" W x 11" (0.44 lbs) 63 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: A great deal of new information has been obtained during the past four years, and this monograph provides a clear and well reviewed update on biochemical mechanisms and the results of important new clinical studies using the interferons. Reviews include what is presently known about the biosynthesis, physiological role and mechanisms of action of the interferons (alpha, beta, gamma). New biochemical information on interferon-receptor interactions and signalling pathways is provided. The pharmacokinetic considerations in treating leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, neuroendocrine tumors and other solid tumors are reviewed with special emphasis on studies of adjuvant chemotherapy in malignancies of the immune system. |