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Manual of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Lanzkowsky, Philip

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Table of contents
  • CONTENTSvii
  • Contributorsix
  • Preface to Fourth Editionxi
  • Preface to Third Editionxiii
  • Preface to Second Editionxv
  • Preface to First Editionxvii
  • Chapter 1. Classification and Diagnosis of Anemia During Childhood1
  • Chapter 2. Anemia During the Neonatal Period12
  • Chapter 3. Iron-Deficiency Anemia31
  • Chapter 4. Megaloblastic Anemia47
  • Chapter 5 . Hematologic Manifestations of Systemic Illness71
  • Chapter 6. Bone Marrow Failure94
  • Chapter 7. Hemolytic Anemia136
  • Chapter 8. Polycythemia199
  • Chapter 9. Disorders of White Blood Cells209
  • Chapter 10. Disorders of Platelets250
  • Chapter 11. Disorders of Coagulation295
  • Hemostatic Disorders295
  • Thrombotic Disorders328
  • Chapter 12. Lymphadenopathy and Splenomegaly363
  • Chapter 13. Lymphoproliferative Disorders, Myelodysplastic Syndromes, and Myeloproliferative Disorde371
  • Chapter 14. Leukemias415
  • Chapter 15. Hodgkin Disease453
  • Chapter 16. Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma491
  • Chapter 17. Central Nervous System Malignancies512
  • Chapter 18. Neuroblastoma530
  • Chapter 19. Wilms' Tumor548
  • Chapter 20. Rhabdomyosarcoma and Other Soft-Tissue Sarcomas561
  • Chapter 21. Malignant Bone Tumors585
  • Chapter 22. Histiocytosis Syndromes604
  • Chapter 23. Retinoblastoma630
  • Chapter 24. Miscellaneous Tumors645
  • Chapter 25. Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation669
  • Chapter 26. Supportive Care and Management of Oncologic Emergencies695
  • Chapter 27. Evaluation, Investigations and Management of Late Effects of Childhood Cancer749
  • Appendix 1. Hematologic Reference Values775
  • Appendix 2. CD Antigen Designations800
  • Appendix 3. Biological Tumor Markers803
  • Appendix 4. Pharmacologic Properties of Commonly Used Chemotherapy Agents805
  • Index808
Book details
  • Vendor Elsevier S & T
  • SKU 9780120885244
  • ISBN-13 9780080497310
  • Author Lanzkowsky, Philip
  • Edition 4th
  • Category Medical
  • Subject Pediatrics

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Entirely updated to reflect modern thinking and protocols, the Manual of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology provides concise information needed for the day-to-day management of children with pediatric hematologic and oncologic diseases. The clear style allows readers to make an accurate diagnosis and permits him/her to treat patients even if they have not had extensive previous hematologic or oncologic experience. Pertinent advances in molecular genetics, cytogenetics, immunology, transplantation and biochemistry are the result of 40 years of practical experience by the author in the management of patients and incorporates various contributors who have had extensive clinical experience.

* Features numerous tables, flow diagrams, protocols, and algorithms for quick access of essential clinical information necessary for the diagnosis and management of these diseases in children
* Designed as a concise, easy to use guide for medical students, residents, fellows, pediatric hematologists/oncologists, pediatric nurses and nurse practitioners
* Much of the practical information contained in this manual is not found in standard textbooks
* Straightforward style without any redundant words or references