Main description:

There
is a growing trend at medical school to teach oncology and haematology in
parallel, not least because many common and acutely life-threatening
oncological disorders have a haematological basis. Written by two recently qualified junior
doctors and a consultant oncologist, the book offers an exam-centred,
reader-friendly style backed up with concise clinical guidance.

Building on the success of the other `Clinical
Handbook' titles (Rheumatology, Psychiatry and Paediatrics), Oncology and
Haematology: A Clinical Handbook provides student-friendly coverage of the material
with many key features (such as mnemonics and OSCE tips) to help the reader get
to grips with the subject.

Contents:

Part 1: ONCOLOGY

Basic science of oncology

Principles of investigations and diagnosis

Principles of management

Clinical issues associated with management

Specific malignancies

Oncological emergencies

Part 2: HAEMATOLOGY

Basic physiology

Disorders of red cells

Disorders of white cells

Clotting and platelet disorders

Coagulation disorders

PART 3: OSCE HINTS AND TIPS

Breaking bad news and communication skills

Blood transfusion

Reticulo-endothelial examination