The classic textbook of pediatric hematology and oncology is now available in a New Edition. JAMA's review of the last edition called it "The ultimate reference work for the field" and said "All hematologists need to buy and use it...Far too valuable to leave on the bookshelf". David G.Nathan, MD is joined by new editor Stuart H Orkin, MD and nearly 90 expert contributors to revise and update this 2-volume resource. The book provides readers with an up-to-date review of the fundamental pathophysiology underlying pediatric ...
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The classic textbook of pediatric hematology and oncology is now available in a New Edition. JAMA's review of the last edition called it "The ultimate reference work for the field" and said "All hematologists need to buy and use it...Far too valuable to leave on the bookshelf". David G.Nathan, MD is joined by new editor Stuart H Orkin, MD and nearly 90 expert contributors to revise and update this 2-volume resource. The book provides readers with an up-to-date review of the fundamental pathophysiology underlying pediatric hematologic and oncologic problems, followed by complete clinical descriptions and therapeutic guidelines. NEW AND OUTSTANDING FEATURES: An updated neonatal hematology section features a brand-new chapter on hemostasis. A section on bone marrow function and failure features the latest advances in hematopoiesis, including the discovery of thrombopoietin, and much more. Coverage of the hemolytic anemias includes a completely new analysis of the auto-immune hemolytic anemias and a new treatment of the disorder of the red cell membrane. Discussions of the phagocyte system, the storage diseases, supportive therapy, the hematologic manifestations of systemic diseases, and more reflect the latest advances. A full section on the immune system is also completely revised, with new chapters in the development of immune response, T-cell control of the immune response, and the primary immunodeficiencies. An in-depth oncology section features a newly revised chapter on the epidemiology of cancer in childhood and molecular biology of cancer. It also delivers a new chapter on immunoglobulin in T-cell receptor genes in human lymphoid neoplasia.
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As New. Excellent condition on this two volume set, both volumes are like new Quantity Available: 1. Category: Medicine & Health; Parenting & Childcare. ISBN: 0721659519. ISBN/EAN: 9780721659510. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: ABE291711514.
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