Publisher's Synopsis
Examination of bone marrow is commonly used to diagnose and treat both haematological and non-haematological conditions. This book systematically explains how to obtain and process bone marrow samples and outlines the methods employed to carry out this specialized clinical procedure safely and effectively.;Both aspiration and trephine biopsy techniques are described in detail with the relative merits and limitations of each highlighted. The author discusses common and rarer complications and offers practice advice on how they may be resolved. Also, a step-by-step guide illustrates how to obtain biopsy specimens at the bedside. Included in the book is a state-of-the-art review of aspiration and trephine biopsy, a practical illustrated guide to technique and procedures, and a description of recent developments and indications for the future.
