This book provides a thorough and up-to-date discussion of key issues in the supportive care of children with cancer. A variety of frequently encountered situations is covered, including infections, metabolic, cardiopulmonary and neurologic emergencies, tumor lysis syndrome, pain, emesis, mucositis, thrombotic disorders, nutritional problems, hyperleukocytosis and acute abdomen. Throughout the emphasis is firmly on evidenced-based guidance developed from the relevant literature. Information is presented in a manner that will enable readers quickly to locate advice when confronted by a supportive care problem in one of their patients. Helpful algorithms are provided and important "take home points" are highlighted in figures and tables. Supportive Care in Pediatric Oncology will be an invaluable source of assistance for a wide range of health professionals involved in pediatric cancer care.

Febrile neutropenia,- Transfusion support

Tumor lysis syndrome
Cardiopulmonary emergencies
Neurologic emergencies
Hyperleukocytosis
The acute abdomen
Thrombotic disorders
Pain
Emesis
Oral mouth care and mucositis
Nutrition
Acute radiation side effects
Prevention of infections
Hematopoietic growth factors
Immunization practice
Central venous catheters
Knowledge gaps and opportunities for research.