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Red blood cell exchange

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121790
Oncology/Hematology/BMT Department. Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2019.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_RBCX.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
This pamphlet explains the red blood cell exchange (RBCX) procedure. You will learn when this procedure is needed, and how to prepare a child for RBCX.
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  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_RBCX.pdf
Alternate Title
RBX
Corporate Author
Oncology/Hematology/BMT Department
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
PDF File, 2 p. (brochure style)
Subject
Blood Cells
Blood/Lymphatic System. Blood/Lymphatic System Diseases-Children
Abstract
This pamphlet explains the red blood cell exchange (RBCX) procedure. You will learn when this procedure is needed, and how to prepare a child for RBCX.
Notes
Current as of Jan 2024
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
URLs
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_RBCX.pdf
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Therapeutic plasma exchange

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121791
Oncology/Hematology/BMT Department. Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2019.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_TPE.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
This pamphlet is about therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE). It explains TPE is, how to prepare your child, and and why this procedure is needed.
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  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_TPE.pdf
Alternate Title
TPE
Corporate Author
Oncology/Hematology/BMT Department
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
PDF File, 2 p. (brochure style)
Subject
Blood Cells
Blood/Lymphatic System. Blood/Lymphatic System Diseases-Children
Abstract
This pamphlet is about therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE). It explains TPE is, how to prepare your child, and and why this procedure is needed.
Notes
Current as of Jan 2024
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
URLs
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_TPE.pdf
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Peripheral blood stem cell collection

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog102934
Oncology/Hematology/BMT Department. Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2019.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH223_PBSC.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCCH223
This pamphlet about the PBSC procedure. It explains what stem cells are and why this procedure is needed. It discusses how to prepare a child for PBSC and explains what to expect after the procedure.
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  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH223_PBSC.pdf
Corporate Author
Oncology/Hematology/BMT Department
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
PDF File, 2 p. (brochure style)
Subject
Blood Cells
Blood/Lymphatic System. Blood/Lymphatic System Diseases-Children
Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Collection (PBSC)
Diagnostic Tests/Procedures. Physical Diagnosis
Abstract
This pamphlet about the PBSC procedure. It explains what stem cells are and why this procedure is needed. It discusses how to prepare a child for PBSC and explains what to expect after the procedure.
Notes
Current as of Jan 2024
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCCH223
URLs
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH223_PBSC.pdf
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The first fire dragon: An autoinflammatory adventure

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124569
Kinchlea, Daniel, Bañas, Ar-Em. , 2023.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FF 300 KIN 2023
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Written by 9-year-old Daniel Kinchlea, this story is all about the first fire dragon and their search for help. The story mirrors Daniel's own understanding of his diagnosis journey as a young child.; About the author: At one year old, Daniel was diagnosed with a rare autoinflammatory disease. Caus…
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Author
Kinchlea, Daniel
Bañas, Ar-Em
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
Paperback; [no pagination]
Subject
Autoimmune Diseases
Abstract
Written by 9-year-old Daniel Kinchlea, this story is all about the first fire dragon and their search for help. The story mirrors Daniel's own understanding of his diagnosis journey as a young child.
About the author: At one year old, Daniel was diagnosed with a rare autoinflammatory disease. Caused by one or more genetic mutations, some of Daniel's symptoms include ongoing high fevers, rashes that cover his body, a rare blood disorder called macrophage activation system, Crohn's Disease, systemic arthritis, and interstitial lung disease.
His concept for the book was inspired by his unique experience as a rare disease patient and advocate.
ISBN
9798374718621
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FF 300 KIN 2023

Copies

BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
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Understanding stem cell transplants: Written by doctors for kids

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121421
Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FC 503 REN 2018
Join Jett on his journey through the human body to learn how stem cells work and what happens before and after an autologous or allogeneic transplant.
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  1 image  
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 12 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Transplantation
Blood Cells
Bone Marrow. Bone Marrow Diseases
Abstract
Join Jett on his journey through the human body to learn how stem cells work and what happens before and after an autologous or allogeneic transplant.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR FC 503 REN 2018
Images
thumbnail
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