Basics of oncology

Abstract

From the middle of the 20th century. diseases associated with neoplasms have become widespread and now occupy the second place among the causes of death (15-25%), second only to cardiovascular diseases. Reliable prevention of malignant diseases is still impossible, diagnosis in the early stages is problematic. Treatment of tumors, as a rule, begins with a delay, directed not at the pathogenetic bases, but at the manifestations of the disease. All doctors must be alert and competent in the diagnosis and treatment of neoplasms, know the examination algorithm and the principles of modern tumor treatment, which will significantly improve timely diagnosis and prognosis in the treatment of cancer patients.