The only comprehensive reference book on bone marrow and cell transplantation in children, Pediatric Stem Cell Transplantation addresses all the major dimensions — both scientific and clinical — of these life-saving procedures. In 24 concise chapters, written by world experts in pediatric hematology-oncology, immunology, pathology, and pediatrics, this book provides authoritative, timely, evidence-based information across the spectrum of related childhood illnesses. From histocompatibility and donor/patient management through nutrition, psychological/genetic counseling, and late effects/complications, Pediatric Stem Cell Transplantation offers complete coverage of the subject available in no other single source. It is an invaluable resource for all medical professionals who perform or support cell transplants in children. Table of Contents Part I: Scientific Basis of Cell Transplantation in Children Ch. 1: The Scientific Basis of Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation; Paulette Mehta Ch. 2: Clinical and Research Background of Stem Cell Transplantation; Robert A. Good Ch. 3: Finding Histocompatible Donors for Allotransplantation; Choon Kee Lee Part II: Special Considerations Ch. 4: Counseling Before Stem Cell Transplantation; Vicki L. Fisher Ch. 5: Nutrition for the Child Undergoing Cell Transplantation; Indira Sahdev Ch. 6: Pediatric Stem Cell Transplantation: Ethical Concerns; Puneet Cheema Ch. 7: After Psychosocial Adjustment Stem Cell Transplantation; Allen