ABC of Clinical Haematology, 4th Edition

Thoroughly revised and updated, ABC of Clinical Haematology is an essential guide and introduction to clinical haematology and to the treatment and management of common blood related disorders.

The fourth edition contains new chapters that reflect the most recent developments whilst other chapters have been extensively revised to include the new tests and treatments that are now available for certain conditions such as chronic leukaemia, multiple myeloma and bleeding disorders.

With contributions from leading experts in their respective fields, this text provides an ideal reference for primary care practitioners and other healthcare professionals working with patients who have blood related problems.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Iron-Deficiency Anaemia
Chapter 2 Macrocytic Anaemias
Chapter 3 The Hereditary Anaemias
Chapter 4 Polycythaemia Vera, Essential Thrombocythaemia and Myelofibrosis
Chapter 5 Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia
Chapter 6 The Acute Leukaemias
Chapter 7 Platelet Disorders
Chapter 8 Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Chapter 9 Multiple Myeloma
Chapter 10 Bleeding Disorders, Thrombosis and Anticoagulation
Chapter 11 Lymphoproliferative Disorders
Chapter 12 Stem Cell Transplantation
Chapter 13 Haematological Problems in Older Adults
Chapter 14 Haematological Emergencies
Chapter 15 The Future of Haematology: The Impact of Molecular Biology and Gene Therapy