Clinical Hematology and Oncology


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The chapters in the first section focus on individual presenting symtoms and/or findings and describe the best approach to sort through the differential diagnosis, determine whether the problem is hematologic or oncologic, and to rapidly ascertain the definitive diagnosis. The chapters in the second section each describe a specific disease with a focus on evaluation and management.




The Bethesda Handbook of Clinical Hematology


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Packed with essential information on the diagnosis and treatment of blood and bone marrow disorders, "The Bethesda Handbook of Clinical Hematology, Third Edition" should be carried in the white coat pocket of the student, resident, or hematology/oncology service and in the briefcase of the internist, hospitalist, family practitioner, and pediatrician who sees patients with blood diseases. Look inside and discover...- Organization by disease category makes critical information easy to find and use.- Reader-friendly format includes tables, algorithms, meaningful figures, and bulleted lists that highlight vital facts.- Invaluable contributions from recognized experts and senior fellows bridge the gap between science and the clinical practice.- Concise coverage of the diagnosis and treatment makes the handbook ideal for quick reference, as well as for Board review! NEW to the Third Edition...- Emerging diagnostic and treatment strategies refine clinical decision-making.- Significantly revised and updated chapters describe recent advances in diagnosis and treatment of hematologic disorders. "Put this handy and portable guide to work for you and your patients...""Pick up your copy today!"




Hematology-Oncology Clinical Questions


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A unique point-of-care guide to clinical hematology-oncology that answers the most frequently asked questionsHematology-Oncology Clinical Questions is the single-best resource for quickly converting the most current data and research into practical, diagnostic real-time solutions. This unique book answers more than 60 of the clinical hematology-oncology questions most commonly asked of the authors during consultation. The content flow simulates the consultation process: Question...Data...Synthesis...Solution. The initial chapters prepare you with essential background fundamentals of hematology-oncology. Subsequent chapters are divided into tumor type, beginning with solid tumor types, and then hematological malignancies. Each chapter includes:•Key Concepts•The Clinical Scenario•The Action Items•PearlsHematology-Oncology Clinical Questions will prove to be a powerful tool to help learners from all points of the clinical spectrum understand the basic concepts of caring for a cancer patient.




The Washington Manual Hematology and Oncology Subspecialty Consult


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Concise, portable, and user-friendly, The Washington Manual Hematology and Oncology Subspecialty Consult, 4th Edition, provides quick access to the essential information needed to evaluate a patient on a subspecialty consult service. This edition offers state-of-the-art content, including coverage of new anti-cancer drugs and new biomarkers and therapeutic targets. Ideal for fellows, residents, and medical students rotating on hematology and oncology subspecialty services, the manual is also useful as a first-line resource for internists and other primary care providers.




Hematology - Oncology Therapy


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The Essential Therapy Guide to Cancer, Hematologic Disorders, and Supportive Care--Updated with the Latest Treatment Regimens More than 500 treatment regimens A Doody’s Core Title for 2019! Hematology-Oncology Therapy, Second Edition is an up-to-date, comprehensive therapy guide that delivers more than 500 treatment regimens in a succinct, uniformmanner. The unique tabular design allows you to instantly locate and implement the proper treatment regimen. Supported by the latest practice guidelines, peer-reviewed literature, and the opinion of experts, Hematology-Oncology Therapy integrates extensive informationthat is critical to both office- and hospital-based practice of hematology and oncology. Hematology-Oncology Therapy is divided into three sections: Oncology: Provides detailed information about the administration, supportive care, toxicity, dose modification, monitoring, and efficacy of commonly used and recently approvedchemotherapeutic regimens, drugs, and biological agents Supportive Care, Drug Preparation, Complications, and Screening: Consists of topics commonly encountered in clinical hematology-oncology practice, such as chemotherapy-induced nausea, oncologic emergencies, radiation complications, cancer pain management, cancer screening, and much more Selected Hematologic Diseases: Delivers an authoritative guide to therapy for the principal diseases in consultative hematology This edition of Hematology-Oncology Therapy is enriched by the updating of all chapters as well as the addition of several new chapters; the new "Expert Opinion," which provides recommendations and guidance from experts on the use of treatment regimens; and inclusion of the latest regimens.




Clinical Hematology Made Ridiculously Simple


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NEW RELEASE!!! Hematology encompasses numerous diseases, and it is easy to get lost in the details of a reference text. This book focuses on seeing the overall clinical picture in a brief, clear manner. It offers a practical overview of the range of common hematologic disorders, with their diagnoses and treatments. The book is directed toward the medical, nursing, and PA student as well as the general practitioner, who would like a brief overview of the key and practical clinical aspects of Hematology, with understanding, rather than rote memorization.




Harrison's Hematology and Oncology, 2e


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Hematology and Oncology – as only Harrison’s can cover it Featuring a superb compilation of chapters on hematology and oncology that appear in Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine, Eighteenth Edition, this concise, full-color clinical companion delivers the latest knowledge in the field backed by the scientific rigor and authority that have defined Harrison’s. You will find content from renowned editors and contributors in a carry-anywhere presentation that is ideal for the classroom, clinic, ward, or exam/certification preparation. Features Organized into twelve sections: The Cellular Basis of Hematopoiesis; Cardinal Manifestations of Hematologic Diseases; Anemias, Myeloproliferative Disorders; Hematologic Malignancies; Disorders of Hemostasis; Biology of Cancer; Principles of Cancer Prevention and Treatment; Neoplastic Disorders; Endocrine Neoplasia; Remote Effects of Cancer; and Oncologic Emergencies and Late Effects Complications Each chapter contents relevant information on the genetics, cell biology, pathophysiology, and treatment of specific disease entities Chapters on hematopoiesis, cancer cell biology, and cancer prevention reflect the rapidly growing body of knowledge in these areas Integration of pathophysiology with clinical management 153 high-yield questions and answers drawn from Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine Self-Assessment and Board Review, 18e Content updates and new developments since the publication of Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine, 18e 55 chapters written by physicians who are recognized experts in the field of hematology and oncology Helpful appendix of laboratory values of clinical importance




Hematology and Oncology Pearls


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This text, written by fellows and reviewed by faculty at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, covers novel therapies and current techniques in this rapidly evolving field. Each vignette presents a real patient case and a clinical photo-graph; then challenges readers to formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan. The next page reveals the correct diagnosis, discusses the disorder, clinical course, and outcome of the patient, and concludes with 3-4 clinical pearls distilled from the case.







Clinical Oncology Fourth Edition


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A clear and comprehensive introduction to the principles and practice of clinical oncology, for medical undergraduates and clinicians who want to increase their understanding of the challenges of managing patients with cancer. Including questions for self assessment by the same authors, the reader can learn and test themselves on all aspects of cancer medicine, from epidemiology, aetiology, pathogenesis and presentation, through to diagnosis, staging, management and prognosis.