Beschreibung
Several fundamentally important questions form the basis for this book. What are the relationships between tumour perfection and tumour pH? What are the effects of tumour pH and hypoxia on carcinogenesis or tumorigenesis? What are the therapeutic consequences of tumour pH? It is hypothesised that low extracellular pH is not only an important consequence of tumour growth but may also promote further tumourigenic transformation. Furthermore, in vitro studies suggest that low pH strongly affects the efficacy of chemo and radiotherapy. By considering the consequences of, or manipulation of pH, more effective tharapies may be realised.
