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Haemostatic Disorders of the Pregnant Women and Newborn Infant
Haemostatic Disorders of the Pregnant Women and Newborn Infant Author:William E. Hathaway, John Bonnar Hemostatic disorders are a major complication of pregnancy, manifesting themselves either as haemorrhage or thrombosis, and can put mother and infant at risk. Considerable research on the subject in recent years has resulted in new discoveries leading to increased knowledge of the action of platelets, blood vessels and coagulation. This book, ba... more »sed on the authors' experience of research, teaching and practice in the subject, deals with the clinical applications of this knowledge. Notable advances in medical care and technology suggest an entirely new approach to the management of hemostatic problems, as has the new knowledge of the physiology and biochemistry of hemostasis. The book covers these subjects in a comprehensive and readable way for all involved in care of the pregnant woman and her child.« less