Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134042435
Author: Michael D. Johnson
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 18, Problem 7TY
Which of the following cancer treatments would be most effective at targeting both the original tumor as well as all secondary tumors?
a. surgery
b. focused sources of radiation
c. chemotherapy
d. photodynamic therapy
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Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
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