Jack Hirsh Knihy

Thrombosis, an important complication of atherosclerosis and of various medical and surgical conditions, can be prevented and treated effectively by a variety of pharmacologic agents. This monograph, which is an update of the 1992, 1995, 1998, and 2001 publications, provides a summary of the 2004 American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) recommendations, together with a brief review of the background data on which the recommendations are based. The chapter authors are listed at the end of the monograph.

The latest annual release from the series devoted to topics concerning advances in haematology. Redesigned colour and layout makes for ease of reference throughout the volume's broad-ranging scope. Concise chapters each finish with a summary of key clinical practice points.