Childhood Leukemias

Childhood leukemias represent nearly one third of all cancers in children and present a unique challenge to oncologists, pediatricians, hematologists, and other health professionals. Dr. Ching-Hon Pui has assembled an expert team of authors to develop the most comprehensive, clinically-oriented, and authoritative reference dedicated to these diseases. Childhood Leukemias moves from the laboratory bench to the patient bedside in three easily-accessible sections. Part One represents an in-depth review of topics needed to understand the pathobiology of leukemia. Part Two builds on this scientific foundation by explaining the practical approaches to clinical diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment. The final section outlines major clinical complications that arise during and after treatment. Fully referenced and up to date, this book will prove essential to any professional who deals with leukemias in childhood.