Topic:	hematologic diseases (he)
Title:	Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.
Author:	Sekeres, M.; Kalaycio, M.; Bolwell, B., eds.
Source:	IN: Sekeres, M.; Kalaycio, M.; Bolwell, B., eds. Clinical Malignant Hematology. Columbus, OH: McGraw Hill. 2007. pp 103-158.
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Abstract:	This section on acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is from a comprehensive reference book that covers the full spectrum of cancers in the blood, bone marrow, and lymphatic system, including leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. The authors note that ALL is a complex and potentially curable hematopoietic cancer that has provided numerous advances in the treatment of malignant diseases for both children and adults. This section offers six chapters: epidemiology, risk factors, and classification; molecular biology, pathology, and cytogenetics of ALL; clinical features and making the diagnosis; treatment approach to adult acute lymphoblastic leukemia; definition of remission, prognosis, and follow-up in patients with ALL; and treatment of relapsed or refractory ALL and new frontiers in therapy for AML. The chapters include full coverage of all treatment options such as chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies, and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. The chapters are illustrated with black-and-white clinical pictures and photomicrographs. Each chapter concludes with an extensive list of references.
Format:	Book Chapter
Language:	English.
Major Keywords:	Hematologic Diseases. Cancer. Symptoms. Diagnosis. Pathology. Risk Factors. Diagnostic Tests. Patient Care Management. Cancer Therapy. Leukemia.
Minor Keywords:	Blood Diseases and Disorders. Bone Marrow. Radiation Therapy. Chemotherapy. Epidemiology. Prognosis. Classification. Transplantation. Stem Cells. Etiology. Remission. Recurrence. Age Factors.
Publication Number:	HEBK10269
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