Tumor Hypoxia: Causative Factors, Compensatory Mechanisms, and Cellular Response

Tumor Hypoxia: Causative Factors, Compensatory Mechanisms, and Cellular Response Peter Vaupel, Louis Harrison Oncologist 2004; 9: 4-9 Author Information and Disclosures Target Audience: Physicians who wish to advance their current knowledge of clinical cancer medicine in symptom management and are involved in providing patient care in a cancer care environment. Method of Physician Participation: Read course materials, complete course quiz and evaluation form (optional). Learning Objectives After completing this course, the reader should be able to: Explain the effect of hypoxia on resistance to treatment. Describe the causes of tumor hypoxia. Characterize the cellular response to hypoxia. The NIH/FAES designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Activity Information Accreditation CME Instructions For Credit Privacy Statement Hardware/Software Requirements Release Date: Dec. 10, 2004 Most Recent Review: Dec. 10, 2004* Most Recent Update: Dec. 10, 2004 Date Credit Expires: Apr. 10, 2007 Time to Complete: 1 hour Medium: Internet Online *Click here to learn more about our review process.