Essential Haematology (Essential)

By Paul A.H. MossA. Victor HoffbrandJ.E. Pettit, et al.

Book Overview

This is a major revision of the standard textbook of haematology for medical students. The book outlines the basic principles of clinical and laboratory haematology and shows how manifestations of blood diseases can be explained by new knowledge of the disease process. Essential Haematology describes how advances in molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry and physiology have increased our understanding of normal blood formation and function, and how they are disturbed in different diseases. The impact of molecular biology is apparent, especially in the inherited diseases of thalassaemia, haemophilia and haemostatic defects, and in the sections dealing with growth factors and leukaemogenesis. The range of treatment available for patients continues to expand and is covered in individual chapters as well as in an expanded section on bone marrow transplantation and the management of bone marrow failure. Colour is used for clarity in line diagrams, and all blood and bone marrow appearances are now illustrated by colour photographs. The book is suitable not only for medical students preparing for final examinations but also for post-graduates preparing for examinations in general medicine and haematology. It will also be a useful resource for nurses and other professionals involved in the care of patients with blood disease. A major revision to text. Full colour illustrations introduced throughout, including clinical pictures, ultrasound pictures, x-rays, CT scans and photomicrographs. New young Professor as co-author (Moss). New design & artwork throughout. Updated for clinical relevance.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0632051531
• ISBN13: 9780632051533
• Release Date: August 2001
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 349 Pages
• Weight: 1.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.5" x 9.6"

Customer Reviews

A Great Study of Hematology

Hematology is one of the grab bag subjects at the Medical School I attend. A little is taught in Respiratory, a little in Renal, a little in Skin, bone and joint. This book is a great read with many high quality images. The pages are of a high quality glossy paper. A British slant does predominate the book as the title Haematoology (instead of the States Hematology) implies. Discussions of treatment of certain disorders might deviate from accepted practice in the States, but the pathophysiology is covered in great detail and is universal knowledge. I will be keeping this book in my library since it is more than just one of those junk USMLE review books that show keywords and high yield pictures.

Great Book

I am a medical student in Jamaica. I have found this book to be very detailed for undergraduate studies. I think the book is clear and precise.

One of the best med school texts

This is by far amongst the best medical school texts (not incl. board review stuff) out there. The 4th ed. covers all areas of hematology in a lucid, non-verbose style. I found it easy to read assigned sections for my Heme course in a timely and efficient manner. There is a good blend of pathophysiology and biochemical mechanisms essential to understanding disease processes; however, the presentation is straightforward. The text has frequent color cartoons, images, graphs and tables, which helped me visualize concepts. Moreover, modern diagnostics and treatment rationale are also adequately explaned. Overall, I am really glad i purchased this book, and plan to keep it for future reference.

Good Medical Text

This was my medical school textbook for a four week module on hematology. What I liked most about the book is that it only presented essential information. The absence of superfluous text allowed me the time to regularly read the assigned chapters while also studying the rest of the material for this class and other classes. I also found the book to be relatively easy to comprehend. (However, this is definitely not on the layman's level, and a good requisite knowledge of a first year medical school curriculum is necessary before reading.) Virtually every pathologic aspect of hematology is covered in the text: hemopoietic development, anemias, lymphomas and leukemias, coagulation disorders, etc. It also covers some treatments for the various diseases and pathologic processes. This book was an integral part to my studying and understanding hematology. It will definitely sit on my reference shelf for years to come.

For every medical student

Famous and well known book in hematology. discusses important diseases in a comprehensive yet not boring way. can be used as a reference for undergraduates. includes nice chapters on hemoglobinopathies, myeloprolifrative diseases and others. medium size book.