This comprehensive reference presents the latest clinical and molecular insights into childhood leukemias, integrating advances in diagnostics, risk assessment, and targeted therapies. Fully updated, it serves as an essential resource for physicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals managing pediatric leukemia, offering both foundational knowledge and practical guidance.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive Coverage: Explores the history, cell biology, pathology, and clinical management of all major childhood leukemias.
- Updated Molecular Insights: Includes recent developments in molecular biology, epigenetics, and genetic subtypes influencing therapy and prognosis.
- Special Populations: Dedicated chapters on leukemias in patients with Down syndrome and adolescents/young adults.
- Therapeutic Strategies: Reviews novel therapies, pharmacogenetics, and personalized approaches for individual patients.
- Supportive Care: Addresses complications, long-term care, and management during and after treatment.
- Expert Authorship: Contributions from leading specialists in pediatric hematology-oncology.
