Williams Hematology: The Red Cell and Its Diseases

Prchal, Josef T

Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	McGraw-Hill Incorporated
ISBN:	1-264-26907-2 (1264269072)
ISBN-13:	978-1-264-26907-5 (9781264269075)
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2022
Publish Date:	10/21
Weight:	2.68 Lbs.
Pages:	608
Subject Class:	HEM (Hematology)
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 12 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.

Class Specifications
Discipline:	Hematology
Subject Definition:	Erythrocytes-Pathology; Hematologic Diseases
NLM Class:	WH 150
LC Class:	RB145
Abstract:	Everything you need to know about red cell disorders, from basic science to clinical applicationWhen red blood cells do not have enough hemoglobin, oxygen cannot reach all parts of the bodyas a result, organs start to malfunction and may lead to a host of issues including deformities, enlarged spleen, heart problems and other diseases. There are myriad red cell disorders, such as iron deficiency anemia, pernicious anemia, aplastic anemia, autoimmune hemolytic anemia, sickle cell, thalassemia and other hemoglobinopathies.Williams Hematology: The Red Cells and its Diseases provides clinicians with a practical diagnostic and treatment framework for identifying and successfully managing acute, congenital, and chronic red blood cell disorders. Presented in an accessible template format, the book includes classifications, etiology and pathogenesis, clinical and laboratory features, differential diagnosis, treatment, management, and supportive care.This comprehensive, yet concise resource covers:Structure and physiology of the red cellClassification of red cell diseasesDiseases of red cell productionAnemias resulting principally from inherited disordersAnemia as a result of exogenous factorsPolyclonal erythrocytosisRed cell transfusion