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Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

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Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

What is Pediatric Hematology-Oncology?

In a Pediatric Hematology-Oncology (Pedia Hemato-Onco) department, a variety of procedures are performed to diagnose and treat blood disorders and cancers in children.

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Here are some common procedures

  • Complete Blood Count (CBC) - A blood test to evaluate overall health and detect conditions like anaemia, infection, and many other disorders.
  • Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy - Collecting bone marrow samples to diagnose blood cancers (e.g., leukaemia) and other haematological conditions.
  • Blood Smear Examination - Microscopic examination of blood samples to assess the morphology of blood cells.
  • Coagulation Studie - Tests to evaluate blood clotting function, including PT, aPTT, and specific factor assays.

  • Ultrasound - Using sound waves to create images of organs, often used to assess the spleen, liver, and lymph nodes.
  • MRI or CT Scans - Advanced imaging techniques to evaluate tumours, lymphadenopathy, or other abnormalities in the body.

  • Chemotherapy Administration - Administering cancer-fighting medications, often through IV, to treat various paediatric cancers.
  • Intrathecal Chemotherapy - Delivering chemotherapy directly into the cerebrospinal fluid to treat or prevent central nervous system involvement in cancers.
  • Blood Transfusions - Providing red blood cells, platelets, or plasma to manage anaemia or bleeding disorders.
  • Erythropoietin Administration - Administering hormone therapy to stimulate red blood cell production in patients with anaemia.

  • Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant - Performing autologous or allogeneic transplants to treat certain types of blood cancers and genetic disorders.

  • Pain Management - Providing interventions and medications to manage pain associated with cancer or treatments.
  • Nutritional Support - Offering dietary guidance and interventions to address the nutritional needs of patients undergoing treatment.

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