Human Microbiome and Their Implications for Oncological Diagnosis and Treatment

A Handbook for Clinicians and Researchers
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-0-443-40551-8
Verlag: Elsevier Science

Buch, Englisch, 500 Seiten, Format (B × H): 191 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 449 g

Human Microbiome and their Implications for Oncological Diagnosis and Treatment; A Handbook for Clinicians and Researchers is a comprehensive handbook that explores the crucial role of the human microbiome in oncology. The book aims to provide a thorough understanding of microbiome-oncology interactions by compiling diverse perspectives and insights into existing research findings and methodologies. It addresses the need for a comprehensive educational resource tailored to the needs of clinicians and researchers Contributed by leading experts, it examines the multifaceted roles, diagnostic potential, and therapeutic implications of the microbiome in cancer This book offers an in-depth look at microbiome-oncology interactions, addressing microbial dysbiosis, diagnostic biomarkers, therapeutic interventions, and emerging research trends. The handbook provides practical insights, clinical guidelines, and fosters interdisciplinary collaboration to advance the field of oncology to clinicians, researchers, educators, and students seeking up-to-date information on the role of the human microbiome in cancer.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Akram, Mohammad

Fachgebiete

• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Mikrobiologie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Section A: Human Microbiome and Cancer
1. Introduction
2. Understanding the Human Microbiome
3. Microbiome Influence on Cancer

Section B: Tools and Techniques for Microbiome Analysis
4. Introduction to Microbiome Analysis in Relation to Cancer
5. Microbiological Aspects of Microbiome Analysis
6. Data Analysis Using High-Throughput Sequencing Technologies and Bioinformatics Tools
7. Metabolomics and Proteomics in Microbiome-Cancer Analysis
8. Advanced Imaging Technologies for Microbiome Visualization
9. Machine Learning Applications in Microbiome Analysis

Section C: Diagnostic Implications
10. Introduction to Microbiome in Cancer Diagnostics
11. Microbiome and Liquid Biopsies
12. Integration of Microbiome Data with Traditional Diagnostics

Section D: Therapeutic Implications
13. Microbiome & Cancer Therapies
14. Microbiome and Chemotherapy/Radiotherapy-Induced Toxicities
15. Personalized Medicine and Microbiome Integration
16. Probiotics & Their Implications in Cancer Management
17. Fecal Microbiota Transplantation
18. Microbiome and Cancer Prevention
19. Ethical Considerations

Über Autor(innen)

Akram, Mohammad
Dr. Mohd Akram, MD radiotherapy joined the department on 30 December 2010. He worked as Senior Resident in clinical oncology at Delhi State Cancer Institute, Delhi. He has expertise in Skilled in multi-modality management of cancer patients by radiation therapy,chemotherapy and hormonal therapy. Intra cavitary and interstitial brachytherapy in carcinoma cervix and Experience to work on modern radiotherapy equipment like linear accelerator, planning on IMRT. He has special interest in Head & Neck Cancer oncology. He has also interest in preventive and early detection of cancer.