Survivors of Childhood and Adolescent Cancer: A Multidisciplinary Approach

Survivors of Childhood and Adolescent Cancer: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG
Country
Switzerland
Published
23 September 2015
Pages
436
ISBN
9783319164342

Survivors of Childhood and Adolescent Cancer: A Multidisciplinary Approach

This book is a comprehensive guide that will help medical professionals - pediatric oncologists, nurses, pediatricians, family practitioners, internists, radiation oncologists, surgeons - to understand and manage the long-term effects of treatment for childhood and adolescent cancer. The consequences of treatment are described for each organ system, with explanation of pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, detection and screening and management. Disease- and organ-based algorithms of care and tables designed to facilitate the assessment of late effects are highlights of the book and will assist in the provision of hands-on care that is up to date and geared to clinical need. Among the other topics addressed are stem cell transplantation, psychological care, legal issues, transition to adulthood and methodological issues in the study of survivorship care.

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