Publisher's Synopsis
Laboratory and clinical knowledge is incorporated in this easily readable text which emphasizes the practical aspects of diagnosis and treatment of disorders of thrombosis. The authors apply evidence from randomized clinical trials to support their recommendations regarding diagnosis and treatment. Sections address the history and evolution of thrombosis, cardiac and arterial disease, venous thromboembolism, special problems such as anticoagulants during pregnancy, complications of heparin therapy, thrombosis and cancer, and more.
