Practical Obstetric Hematology (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781842142622)

With notable expansion in the clinical interaction between hematologists and obstetricians over the last decade, understanding and managing the clinical manifestations of hemato-obstetric science has become increasingly important.

A new reference work in this growing field, this text is a key tool in the diagnosis and treatment of these conditions, providing the reader with a user-friendly, authoritative source of information, which incorporates best practice within internationally accepted guidelines.

Clearly presented and easy to use, each chapter includes:

* pathophysiology

* presentation

* differential diagnosis

* diagnostic tests and difficulties

* maternal, fetal, and potential management complications

* implications for screening and future management

* tables summarizing the key points in diagnosis and management.

A practical, reader-friendly book, this text will be an important resource for clinical staff involved in the management of pregnancy - from trainees in obstetrics, hematology and vascular medicine, to general practitioners involved in day-to-day maternity care, as well as midwifery staff and specialists in hematology, obstetrics and vascular medicine.