Configurations of Cancer Treatments through the Twentieth Century
Author Information
Author(s): John V. Pickstone
Primary Institution: University of Manchester
Hypothesis
How have different modalities of cancer treatment developed and interacted over the twentieth century in various countries?
Conclusion
The study highlights the historical differences in cancer treatment modalities and their implications for current practices.
Supporting Evidence
- The treatment of cancer has evolved through the addition of different modalities over the twentieth century.
- Different countries have developed distinct approaches to cancer treatment based on their health policies.
- Radiotherapy and chemotherapy exemplify different modes of knowledge and practice in cancer treatment.
Takeaway
This paper looks at how cancer treatments like surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy have changed over time and how different countries do things differently.
Methodology
The paper analyzes historical developments in cancer treatment modalities and their interactions across different countries.
Limitations
The paper does not provide a full historical narrative of all cancer treatments and focuses mainly on three modalities.
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