Neonatal Hematology
Neonatal Hematology Neonatal hematology is a fast-growing field, and the majority of sick neonates will develop hematological problems. Guidance is practical, including blood test interpretation,…
Specifikacia Neonatal Hematology
Neonatal Hematology
Neonatal hematology is a fast-growing field, and the majority of sick neonates will develop hematological problems. Guidance is practical, including blood test interpretation, advice on transfusions and reference ranges for hematological values. This is an essential guide to the pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of hematologic problems in the neonate.
Topics discussed include erythrocyte disorders, platelet disorders, leukocyte disorders, immunologic disorders and hemostatic disorders. Chapters have been thoroughly revised according to the latest advances in the field for this updated third edition. Coverage of oncological issues has been expanded to two separate chapters on leukemia and solid tumors, making information more easily accessible.
Approaches to identifying the cause of anemia in a neonate are explained, with detailed algorithms provided to aid clinicians in practice.