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This book is a comprehensive guide to paediatric oncology for trainees and practising clinicians. Beginning with an introduction to epidemiology and cytogenetics, the following chapters discuss different varieties of childhood cancer, covering their etiology, classification, clinical features, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. The book then examines issues such as imaging, radiation therapy, oncologic emergencies, stem cell transplant, palliative care, and cancer vaccines. The final chapters include discussion on evidence-based paediatric oncology practice, taken from The Cochrane Library (a collection of six databases that contain different types of high-quality, independent evidence to inform healthcare decision-making – www.thecochranelibrary.com), as well as Frequently Asked Questions from a parent’s perspective. Key points Comprehensive guide to paediatric oncology Covers diagnosis and treatment of numerous varieties of childhood cancer Discussion on evidence-based practice from The Cochrane Library Includes FAQs from a parent’s perspective

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Rakesh Mondal MD(PGI) DNB PDSR (SGPGI) MNAMS MRCPCHI Paediatric Immuno-Oncologist, Associate Professor Sumantra Sarkar MD Assistant Professor Both at Department of Paediatric Medicine, Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research and Seth Sukhlal Karnani Memorial Hospital, Kolkata, West Bengal, India  

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