Supportive Care in Pediatric Oncology: A Practical Evidence-Based Approach
Author:   James H. Feusner ,  Caroline A. Hastings ,  Anurag K. Agrawal
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Edition:   2015 ed.
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9783662443163


Pages:   304
Publication Date:   12 March 2015
Format:   Hardback
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This book provides a thorough and up-to-date discussion of key issues in the supportive care of children with cancer. A variety of frequently encountered situations is covered, including infections, metabolic, cardiopulmonary and neurologic emergencies, tumor lysis syndrome, pain, emesis, mucositis, thrombotic disorders, nutritional problems, hyperleukocytosis and acute abdomen. Throughout the emphasis is firmly on evidenced-based guidance developed from the relevant literature. Information is presented in a manner that will enable readers quickly to locate advice when confronted by a supportive care problem in one of their patients. Helpful algorithms are provided and important “take home points” are highlighted in figures and tables. Supportive Care in Pediatric Oncology will be an invaluable source of assistance for a wide range of health professionals involved in pediatric cancer care.

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Author:   James H. Feusner ,  Caroline A. Hastings ,  Anurag K. Agrawal
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
Edition:   2015 ed.
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   0.866kg
ISBN:  

9783662443163


ISBN 10:   3662443163
Pages:   304
Publication Date:   12 March 2015
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Febrile neutropenia,- Transfusion support.- Tumor lysis syndrome.- Cardiopulmonary emergencies.- Neurologic emergencies.- Hyperleukocytosis.-  The acute abdomen.- Thrombotic disorders.- Pain.- Emesis.- Oral mouth care and mucositis.- Nutrition.- Acute radiation side effects.- Prevention of infections.- Hematopoietic growth factors.- Immunization practice.- Central venous catheters.- Knowledge gaps and opportunities for research.

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