New to this Edition:
* New chapter on transfusion medicine
* Thoroughly revised and updated therapy sections
* Expanded sections on genetic testing and therapy
* Latest treatment options for hematopoietic disease including marrow transplantation and high dose chemotherapy
* Latest advances in the treatment of thrombotic disease
* Coverage of differential diagnosis of anemia including iron deficiency anemia
* 48 color plates of histologic slides
"The book summarizes general facts, clinical features, diagnosis, and treatment of the main hematologic diseases and also provides detailed chapters on the normal processes of hematopoiesis, leukocyte function and coagulation. It is particularly strong in its coverage of benign hematology. The tables and figures are invaluably helpful and the color plates couldn't be better. "This is an excellent book, full of condensed but easily understandable information. Compared to my other "portable" book...this book is far more detailed and much easier to read." (Doody's)
"Individual chapters well organized. This excellent and logical level of organization quickly directs the busy physician searching for an answer to a particular diagnostic or management question tot he most pertinent paragraphs." (Journal of the American Board of Family Practice)
Diagnose and manage all blood disorders quickly and efficiently with this concise, easy-to-use guide.
The highly practical approach of HEMATOLOGY IN CLINICAL PRACTICE keeps you at the cutting edge of the latest advances in the field. For each disease state you'll review pathophysiology, clinical features, and approaches to diagnosis and management. Plus, look for these highlights in the Third Edition:
* New chapter on transfusion medicine
* Thoroughly updated therapy sections
* Expanded coverage of genetic testing and therapy
* The latest treatment options for hematopoietic disease, including marrow transplantation and high-dose chemotherapy
* Latest advances in the management of thrombotic disease
* Differential diagnosis of anemia, including iron-deficiency anemia
* Conveniently organized into sections on Red Blood Cell Disorders, White Blood Cell Disorders, and Disorders of Hemostasis
* Plus, the highly focused discussions of specific disease states enable you to get the thorough information you need quickly ideal for someone with a busy schedule like yours. (20020101)
