Leukemias

This volume covers current problems in research andtreatment of leukemias. The characterization of leukemiccells and the evalualtion of their functionare importantthemes with the first hints emerging of the possibility ofrelating them to the intensity of treatment required. Thecytokines, responsible for the cooperation between cells,are also of great importance.The beginning of therapeuticapplications are furthermore demonstrated.Not only are the cytokines themselves very interesting, butalso the application of cells producing cytokines accordingto the range of macrophages found. The emphasis oncell-to-cell relationship is thus a main topic of the book.Furthermore, other treatments, such as bone marrowtransplantation and interferon therapy play an importantpart as well as the latest results of chemotherapy.A further essential area coveredis the diagnosis andtherapy of chronic myeloproliferative disease.