Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

The International Congress of Challenges in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology (CPHO)

Thrombocytopenia after bacille Calmette-Guerin immunization--possibly on an immune basis.

Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Incorporating the International Journal of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Publication details, including instructions for authors and subscription information: http://www.informaworld.com/smpp/title~content=t713610311 THROMBOCYTOPENIA AFTER BACILLE CALMETTE-GUÉRIN IMMUNIZATION POSSIBLY ON AN IMMUNE BASIS Gordana Jakovljević a; Srđana Čulić b a Department of Hema...

Successful Treatment of Bilateral Pulmonary Hydatic Cysts in a Child with Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Few data are available about hydatid cysts in patients with malignancy; however, these have rarely been described in association with leukemia. The purpose of this report was to present an unusual case of coexisting leukemia and pulmonary hydatid cysts.This study presented a 13-year-old boy with acute myeloid leukemia who was diagnosed with bilateral pulmonary hydatid cysts after the completion...

Effects of Group Acceptance and Commitment Therapy -Based Training on Job Stress and Burnout among Pediatric Oncology and Special Diseases Nurses

Background: Job stress is defined as the harmful physical and emotional responses happening when the requirements of the job do not match the capabilities, resources, or needs of the worker. Some jobs such as nursing are stressful. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of group acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) on job stress and burnout among pediatric oncology and special ...

APHON/ASPHO Policy Statement for the Transition of Patients With Sickle Cell Disease From Pediatric to Adult Health Care.

UNLABELLED With advances in medical care, the majority of children with sickle cell disease are surviving to adulthood. Patients, families, and providers now face the need for this growing population to move from pediatric- to adult-focused care. In order to facilitate a successful transfer to adult health care, and prepare young adults for greater independence, it is recommended that all pedia...

Susceptibility pattern of anti-candida drugs in the pediatric patients with acute leukemia

Background: Pediatric patients on chemotherapy are vulnerable to invasive fungal infection especially Candida spices. Resistance to antifungal agents has increased in Candida spp., especially in non-albicans species. This study aims to assess the susceptibility of Candida spp. strains isolated from children with acute leukemia less than 18 years. Materials and Methods: This prospective cross-s...