Blood and Bone Marrow Pathology (Online and Print)

DESCRIPTION

Already a standard reference work in the field, the new edition of Blood and Bone Marrow Pathology incorporates the latest WHO classification schemes and the latest ancillary diagnostic techniques in immunohistochemistry and molecular biology in order to provide a comprehensive, well balanced and authoritative guide to the interpretation and diagnosis of neoplastic and non-neoplastic diseases of blood and bone marrow. The text is lavishly illustrated with high quality colour images that demonstrate the relevant pathological,features and immunohistochemical and molecular markers. The text features a well-organized approach that incorporates practical tips and clues to help avoid pitfalls and to ensure optimal diagnosis

NEW TO THIS EDITION

• Chapters have been totally rewritten and some new chapters have been added especially on myeloid malignancies, in line with the WHO 2008 Classification
• All chapters have been revised to include new aspects of molecular biology and updated concerning flow cytometry diagnostics
• Greater emphasis on practical diagnostic aspects for all disorders
• Brand new editorial and contributing author team.
• Full Online text through Expert Consult. Full downloadable Image Bank

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Section 1 Normal blood and bone marrow cells
• Section 2 Pathology of the marrow
• Section 3 Disorders affecting erythroid cells
• Section 4 Disorders affecting leukocyte lineages
• Section 5 Abnormalities of hemostasis
• Section 6 Immunohematology

AUTHOR

Edited by Anna Porwit, Professor, Department of Pathology, Radiumhemmet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden; Jeffrey McCullough, Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, American Red Cross Professor of Transfusion Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA and Wendy N Erber, MD, DPhil, FRCPA, FRCPath, Consultant Haematologist, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Associate Lecturer, Haematology Department, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK