Histiocytic Disorders of Children and Adults: Basic Science, Clinical Features and Therapy - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521839297 ISBN 13: 9780521839297

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2005

Synopsis

As a comprehensive reference on all aspects of the histiocytic disorders, Histiocytic Disorders of Children and Adults stands out a seminal text on the genetics, pathophysiology and clinical management of this wide range of diseases. The chapters, written by acknowledged experts in the field, cover all aspects of hystiocytic disorders, from Langerhans cell histiocytosis and hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, to the uncommon cutaneous and extracutaneous histiocytic disorders. Views on the function of normal histiocytes in the immune system, the pathogenesis, underlying genetic defects, clinical presentation, treatment, controversies in therapy, salvage therapies and the late consequences are discussed in detail. Originally published in 2005, this book will be a valuable resource to clinicians and researchers who wish to learn more about histiocytic disorders.

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Review:

"This is the only current comprehensive text on histiocytic disorders...an essential addition to the libraries of those who are interested in these fascinating diseases."--Doody's Review Service

Book Description:

As a comprehensive reference on all aspects of the histiocytic disorders, Histiocytic Disorders of Children and Adults stands out a seminal text on the genetics, pathophysiology and clinical management of this wide range of diseases. It was originally published in 2005.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0521839297
• ISBN 13: 9780521839297
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 438
• Editor: Weitzman Sheila, Egeler R. Maarten