Myeloma: Biology and Management [Hardcover]

James S. Malpas (Editor), Daniel E. Bergsagel (Editor), Robert A. Kyle (Editor), Kenneth C. Anderson (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 15, 1998 | ISBN-10: 0192628828 | ISBN-13: 978-0192628824 | Edition: 2

Myeloma is a malignant disease of the bone marrow, that provides an important role model for many other types of cancer. Although the subject of considerable research, the origins of the disease remain unclear. There has, however, been an exposure of interest in this disease in the past decade. The 1st edition of Myeloma: Biology and Management provided the first authoritative, comprehensive textbook, covering the epidemiology, immunology, and haematology of this important cancer. Since publication in 1995, several important advances have taken place in myeloma research, necessitating a review of the previous text. While bringing fully up to date the topics covered in the 1st edition, the 2nd edition includes several new chapters; the patient and family perspective of the disease, infections in myeloma, cytogenetics, neurological complications, along with a history of myeloma. The book has been written and produced by the leading world-wide authorities in myeloma research.

Editorial Reviews

Review

" .. breadth of information is impressive ... well-written and comprehensive ... recommending to medical professionals and health care providers who are searching for new and exciting information in basic and clinical aspects of multiple myeloma." Canadian Journal of Medical Laboratory Science (vol.61, no.4, 1999)

`'...The structure of the book enables easy reference and provides a logical path through this group of disorders for those reading it from cover to cover...No stone is left unturned, from a fascinating overview of the history of myeloma to current state-of-the art reviews of molecular biology and cytogenetics...This book can be highly recommended for all those who care for patients with myeloma and for oncologists in training seeking an understanding of the disease...It should be available in all haematology and oncology departments and many will do doubt wish to have their own personal copy of this definitive text.' P.J.Hoskin, B.O.A. News, Vol.1, no.3, Summer 1998.

About the Author

Emeritus Professor of Medical Oncology, London University

Product Details

• Hardcover: 673 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 2 edition (January 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0192628828
• ISBN-13: 978-0192628824
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.4 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,677,595 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Myeloma Reference source, March 21, 2000

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R.E.Tyburec (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Myeloma: Biology and Management (Hardcover)

Myeloma is a very difficult and deadly sickness with no cure. Many people are misdiagnosed for years. This Handbook expands on what the IMF says in their booklet so extensively that I recommend it highly as an educational even though technical tool. Great job by Oxford Press and my only regret is that there is no simple way to update it more often. So far there were 1995 and 1998 editions, I look forward to the 2001 edition which could mean an overhaul of the themes. A few non focus subjects on the sickness could be eliminated.