This textbook on haematology in the Illustrated Colour Text series is suitable for medical students, junior doctors and others needing a concise and practical introduction to the subject. – Concise and manageable coverage of the major blood diseases and their treatment. – Does not overload the reader with science, unlike some competing books. – Focus is on the haematology patient and on the practical aspects of the subject. – Makes use of the attractive features of the ICT series – double page spreads, lots of colour illustrations, summary boxes. – Updating to take account of recenty developments in stem cell biology. – Increased emphasis on genomic and proteomic techniques in the diagnosis of haematological malignancy. – Use of new imaging techniques including MRI and PET. – Description of advances in treatment of leukaemia and lymphoma and in diagnosis and management of patients with thrombophilia and venous thrombosis. – Development of new antimicrobial agents in management of immunosuppressed patients with infection. – New double page spread on palliative care of patients with blood disorders. – New illustrations.
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