Principles And Practice Of Pediatric Oncology

By Philip A. Pizzo, David G Poplack, David G. Poplack

Book Overview

The definitive, most comprehensive text on pediatric oncology is now in its thoroughly updated Fifth Edition. A multidisciplinary group of the world's foremost specialists presents state-of-the-art information and guidelines on every aspect of pediatric cancer-from molecular biology and genetics to diagnosis, multimodal therapy, follow-up, and supportive care. This edition has new chapters on pathology and molecular diagnosis of leukemias and lymphomas, cellular and gene therapies, regulating patient safety in cancer treatment, non-rhabdo soft tissue sarcomas of childhood, and communicating with patients and families. Many of the previous edition's chapters have been rewritten by new contributors. Also included are up-to-date listings of resources for patients, families, and physicians.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0781754925
• ISBN13: 9780781754927
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
• Length: 1780 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.3" x 2.3" x 8.8"