Early cancer detection is at a turning point. With groundbreaking technologies and innovative approaches, a new era of diagnostics is emerging that will save lives and revolutionise medicine. This book provides a comprehensive account of the latest developments and at the same time dares to look into the future of early detection.
From minimally invasive liquid biopsies that use cell-free tumour DNA and circulating tumour cells for diagnosis to artificial intelligence that analyses medical data with unprecedented precision, the methods presented show how science and technology are transforming cancer diagnostics. Multi-cancer blood tests open up the possibility of detecting numerous tumour types simultaneously and at an early stage, while microbiome-based approaches and breath tests point the way to non-invasive diagnostics. Genetic testing and personalised prevention strategies pave the way to individually tailored screening.
This book not only highlights the technological foundations and current advances, but also addresses ethical, social and clinical challenges. With a clear scientific perspective and comprehensible explanations, it is an indispensable guide for professionals, researchers and anyone interested in the future of medicine.
1st edition 2025
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