Critical Care Challenges and Considerations in Pediatric Hematopoietic Stem cell Transplantation Patients : A Review
Journal Title: Journal Of Pediatric Critical Care - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 3
Abstract
Objectives: To review the various complications and challenges faced while treating the pediatric Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) recipients in pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). Material and Methods: Relevant articles from various journals and online database has been reviewed. Conclusion: The HSCT recipients develop unique complications and may need PICU care. The knowledge of these complications to an intensivist may help in improving the overall survival of these patients.
Authors and Affiliations
Neha Rastogi, Dhwanee Thakkar, Satya Prakash Yadav, Maninder Dhaliwal
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- DOI 10.21304/2018.0503.00390
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