Written by a young, innovative author group, this exciting new book gives you the clinically relevant aspects of hematology in an innovative, unique format. The book is structured to comprehensively cover the complete scope of hematology, but allows fast access to key information you need in everyday practice. A section on consultative hematology includes chapters on special populations (pregnancy, pediatrics, geriatrics), infections of marrow and blood, and hematologic problems of medical practice and surgery. Youll also find a section on tools for the hematologist, covering clinical aspects of transfusion, transplantation, and the latest innovative laboratory procedures.
Section 5. Diseases of Altered Coagulation Bleeding Disorders
* Platelet diseases * Inherited and acquired platelet disorders * von Willebrands disease * Coagulation factor disorders * Hemophilias (F VIII and IX deficiencies) * Acquired inhibitors * Thrombotic disorders * Inherited deficiencies of proteins C, S; factor V * Leiden * Anti-phospholipid syndrome * Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
III. Consultative Hematology
Section 1. Hematology of Growth, Development, and Aging
* Hematologic complications of pregnancy * Hematology of the newborn * Pediatric hematology * Geriatric hematology
Section 2. Infections of Marrow and Blood Viruses
* Epstein-Barr virus * CMV * HHV-8 and other herpesviruses * Parvovirus B19 * HIV-1 and the hematology of AIDS * Hepatitis C * Dengue and hemorrhagic fever viruses * Protozoa * Malaria * Bartonellosis and others * Parasites * Hookworm
Section 3. Hematologic Problems of Medical Practice Anemia
* Hematologic drug reactions * Erythrocytosis * Kidney disease * Liver disease * Chronic bruising and the bleeding diathesis evaluation * Venous and arterial thrombosis * Anticoagulant therapy * Disseminated intravascular coagulation * Chemotherapy toxicities and complications
Section 4. Hematologic Complications in Surgery
* Evaluation of the acutely bleeding patient * Surgery in specific hematologic conditions
IV. Tools for the Hematologist
Section 1. Specialized practice
* HLA and Transplantation of Unrelated Cells * Marrow and blood transplantation * Supportive care during transplantation * Graft-versus-host disease * Transfusion medicine * Practice of blood component transfusion * Complications of transfusion (incl hepatitis, 2o iron overload)