There have been several changes to the resources listed in chapter 6B since publication. Genetic developments deserve more coverage. BRCA1 and BRCA2 were mentioned, but there were no citations to the literature in this fast-growing area. Also, the impact of cultural background was not given as much attention as one might expect. The accompanying tables, scales, and flow charts are well placed.
Line drawings are clear and have captions with citations.
However, the book could benefit from additional illustrations, especially for the sections on skin and wound care. Three appendices include a compilation of charts on the staging of various types of cancer. The index links to more broad categories rather than specific aspects. Tables and figures are indicated. Drugs are indexed only by generic name, though brand names are given in parentheses.