Publisher's Synopsis
International expertise in the rapidly developing field of bone marrow transplantation has been collected to provide a balanced overview of both the scientific basis and clinical practice of marrow transplantation. The early chapters dealing with biological background are followed by information relating to the practicalities of transplantation and a comprehensive review of clinical results from an extensive range of disease and graft match situations. Complications are discussed including graft-versus-host disease, infections, organ specific problems, disease recurrence and psychological reactions. The final chapters review such latest developments in the field as the role of novel antileukemic agents, haemopoietic growth factors and monoclonal antibodies. A uniquely detailed and complete reference text, this book will commend itself both to laboratory scientists and clinicians from many specialities, whether they are directly involved in carrying out marrow transplantation procedures or advising on pre and post transplant management and support.
