This volume provides a comprehensive overview of critical care of the pediatric immunocompromised hematology-oncology patient. The text focuses on unique aspects of the pediatric immunocompromised patient that predisposes the child to significant illness, and presents critical care management strategies specific to the patient population. In addition to chapters on oncology, primary immune deficiency, immunocompromised hematology, and hematopoietic cell transplant patients, the book covers the changing landscape of ICU care, pharmacologic considerations, and psychological and social aspects of the critical care of hematology-oncology patients.Written by experts from a range of disciplines, Critical Care of the Pediatric Immunocompromised Hematology/Oncology Patient: An Evidence-Based Guide is a valuable resource for clinicians and practitioners who treat this patient population.

Christine N. Duncan, MDDana-Farber Cancer InstitutePediatric Stem Cell Transplant CenterBoston, MAUSAJulie-An M. Talano, MDMedical College of WisconsinChildren's Hospital of Wisconsin-MilwakeeMilwaukee, WI USAJennifer McArthur, DOSt. Jude Childrens Research HospitalDepartment of Pediatric MedicineMemphis, TNUSA

The Changing Landscape of the Critical Care of Pediatric Immunocompromised Hematology and Oncology Patients.- Diagnosis and Treatment Related Complications of Acute Leukemia.- Neuro-Oncologic Emergencies.- Solid Tumors Outside of the Central Nervous System.- Primary Immune Deficiencies.- Care of the Critically Ill Pediatric Sickle Cell Patient.- Bone Marrow Failure.- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy.- Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis in the Critical Care Unit.- Early Recognition of Critical Illness.- Acute Respiratory Failure and Management.- Cardiac Dysfunction in Hematology Oncology and Hematopoietic Cell Transplant Patients.- Acute Kidney Injury and Renal Replacement Therapy in Immunocompromised Children.- Critical Care Management: Sepsis, Disseminated and Local Infections.- ECMO Use in the Pediatric Immunocompromised Hematology/Oncology Patient.- Pharmacy Implications.- Psychosocial and Palliative Care.- Delirium.- Nursing Considerations.