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The rule of four: a systematic approach to diagnosis of common pediatric hematologic and oncologic disorders.

The rule of four: a systematic approach to diagnosis of common pediatric hematologic and oncologic disorders.

Authors :
Rossbach HC
Source :
Fetal and pediatric pathology [Fetal Pediatr Pathol] 2005 Nov-Dec; Vol. 24 (6), pp. 277-96.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

The "Rule of Four" facilitates a rapid and focused approach to the diagnosis of the common hematologic and oncologic disorders encountered in general pediatric practice. This system relies on four recurrent but different clinical entities or laboratory tests relevant to the diagnosis of children with anemia, excessive bleeding or clotting, and common malignancies. For each disorder, there is a discussion of a variety of four lab tests or factors pertinent to a differential diagnosis.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1551-3815
Volume :
24
Issue :
6
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Fetal and pediatric pathology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
16761559
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/15227950500503652