(Ebook) Fast Facts: Lymphoma by Chris Hatton, Graham Collins, John Sweetenham ISBN 9781903734995, 1903734991

(Ebook) Fast Facts: Lymphoma by Chris Hatton, Graham Collins, John Sweetenham ISBN 9781903734995, 1903734991

Lymphomas arise from a single abnormal lymphocyte, yet many different subtypes of lymphoma occur. Recent advances in cellular and molecular techniques have revolutionized physicians' understanding of this malignancy, and there have been dramatic developments in diagnosis and treatment. Fast Facts: Lymphoma gives a comprehensive and up-to-date perspective on this challenging disease written by three experts in the field. Starting with a clear outline of the nature of lymphoma, its diagnosis, staging and management, this concise handbook goes on to provide specific details of individual lymphoma entities and treatment modalities. Fast Facts: Lymphoma is a valuable handbook for training doctors and specialist nurses working in the field of hemato-oncology, and will be of interest to the inquiring patient or carer who wishes to know more about lymphoma Contents Epidemiology; Cellular and molecular aspects; Diagnostic and laboratory techniques; General approach to management; Aggressive B-cell high-grade lymphomas; Indolent B-cell lymphomas; Immunocompromised and HIV-positive patients; Hodgkin lymphoma; Treatment modalities; Supportive care