Case Based Scenarios in Pediatric Oncology

Paediatric oncologists specialize in treating children with cancer, covering a wide range of cases, including haematological cancers. This book is dedicated to haematological cancers and follows a step-by-step approach, with expert opinions concluding each chapter. It is an invaluable resource for practitioners and trainees.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 382 pages
Publication date: 20 December 2022
Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers

Paediatric oncologists are highly skilled professionals who specialize in the treatment of children with cancer, encompassing a wide range of cancer types and locations within the body, including the blood, brain, and various organs. This diverse and complex field requires specialized knowledge and expertise, making it a highly specialized subspecialty within the field of oncology.

This book, presented as a series of case-based scenarios, serves as the first installment in a trilogy dedicated to haematological cancers. Each case is presented in a step-by-step manner, covering essential aspects such as history, symptoms, investigations, diagnosis, and management. To enhance the comprehensive nature of the text, additional expert opinions are provided at the end of each chapter, offering insights into how they would have approached the case.

The book is further enriched by high-quality images and figures, making it an invaluable resource for both practicing clinicians and trainees preparing for theoretical and practical examinations. The second title in the series focuses on solid tumours in children, while the third installment examines survivorship and late effects.

By comprehensively covering haematological cancers and providing a practical approach to case management, this book contributes significantly to the field of paediatric oncology and aids in improving the care and outcomes for children with cancer.

Dimension: 279 x 171 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789354659607