Principles and Practice of Pediatric Oncology

A guide to pediatric oncology. It presents information on the various aspects of pediatric cancer - from molecular biology to diagnosis, multimodal therapy, and supportive care. It discusses incidence and trends in childhood cancer, molecular and targeted therapies, and strategies to develop humanistic skills in the pediatric hematologist.

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The definitive reference on pediatric oncology is now in its thoroughly revised, updated Fourth 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 to diagnosis, multimodal therapy, and supportive care. This edition features greater integration of the biologic and genetic factors affecting diagnosis and treatment. New chapters discuss incidence and trends in childhood cancer, evolving molecular and targeted therapies, and training strategies to develop humanistic skills in the pediatric hematologist-oncologist. Also included are up-to-date listings of support resources for children with cancer and for their families and physicians. This is a Brandon-Hill recommended title.