This is the first comprehensive book devoted exclusively to cancer in adolescents and young adults. It compiles medical, epidemiological, biological, psychological, and emotional issues of young adults' oncology. The emphasis is on the differences of the "same" cancer in younger and older patients. Model programs specially designed to care for patients in the age group and surveillance of long-term adverse effects are reviewed.

History of Adolescent Oncology

Epidemiology and Etiology of Cancer in Adolescents and Young Adults
Access to Care Before and During Therapy
Older Adolescents and Young Adults with Cancer, and Clinical Trials: Lack of Participation and Progress in North America
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
Hodgkin Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Central Nervous System Tumors
Soft-Tissue Sarcomas
Bone Sarcomas
Malignancies of the Ovary
Testicular Tumors
Non-Germ-Cell Genitourinary Tract Tumors
Thyroid Cancer
Malignant Melanoma
Breast Cancer
Liver Tumors
Colorectal Cancer
Models of Care and Specialized Units
Drug Compliance by Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Patients: Challenges for the Physician
Psychological Support
Psychosocial Support
Health-Related Quality of Life
Rehabilitation and Exercise
Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivors: Late Effects of Treatment
Ethical Issues for the Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Patient: Assent and End-of-Life Care
Access to Care after Therapy
Future Health of Survivors of Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer
Information and Resources for Young Adults and Adolescents with Cancer
Making Ends Meet: Financial Issues from the Perspectives of Patients and Their Healthcare Team
Challenges and Opportunities - The Way Ahead.