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Hatton, C. | Sweetenham, J. | Collins, G.

Fast Facts : Lymphoma

2018 - Karger Publishers

160 p.

  • Lymphoma affects all ages. Advances in diagnostic cellular and molecular techniques coupled with new treatment options are improving patient outcomes. This third edition of our bestselling 'Fast Facts: Lymphoma' distills the most important aspects of diagnosis and management into an up-to-date and highly accessible well-illustrated overview that includes: - a clear outline of the nature of lymphoma - the essentials of clinical presentation, biopsy and histology - a synopsis of current laboratory diagnostics, including immunophenotyping, cytogenetics and microarray technology, and updated to include the latest molecular genetic techniques - key aspects of staging and initial therapy - clearly illustrated overviews of the pathology, presentation, treatment and prognosis of each lymphoma subtype - new treatment options, including targeted biological therapies and chimeric antigen receptor T cells (CAR T cells) - a practical overview of supportive care for the complications of lymphoma. Written by.
  • three lymphoma experts from the UK and USA, 'Fast Facts: Lymphoma' gives an interesting international perspective to this challenging disease. Its clarity and colorful format make it a valuable resource for senior health professionals seeking an accessible update in this area of hemato-oncology, trainee doctors and specialist nurses who are new to it, and individuals affected by lymphoma and seeking more information. Contents: - Epidemiology - Cellular and molecular aspects - Presentation, biopsy and diagnostic laboratory techniques - Staging and general management principles - Aggressive B-cell lymphomas - Indolent B-cell lymphomas - T-cell and natural-killer cell lymphomas - Immunocompromised and HIV-positive patients - Hodgkin lymphoma - Treatment modalities - Supportive care [Publisher's text].
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