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Hematology is the branch of medicine that delves on the study of the cause, prognosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases related to blood. Such diseases include hemophilia, blood clots, other bleeding disorders and blood cancers such as lymphoma, leukemia and multiple myeloma. These diseases affect the production of blood and its components such as hemoglobin, platelets, bone marrow, blood vessels, blood cells, etc. Oncology is a branch of medicine that involves the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. Blood cancer is caused when tumors of the hematopoietic and lymphoid tissues or lymphoid malignancies affect the blood, lymph, lymphatic system and bone marrow. Bleeding manifestations such as blood vomiting, bleeding gums, bloodstained urine, etc. are some common symptoms of blood cancer. This book is a valuable compilation of topics, ranging from the basic to the most complex advancements in the fields of hematology and oncology. From theories to research to practical applications, case studies related to all contemporary topics of relevance have been included in it. Students, researchers, experts and all associated with these fields of study will benefit alike from this book.
