Disorders of the Spleen

Disorders of the Spleen
ISBN-10
0721675514
ISBN-13
9780721675510
Category
Medical / Hematology
Pages
294
Language
English
Published
1999
Publisher
W.B. Saunders
Authors
Attilio Orazi, Richard S. Neiman

Description

Completely revised and expanded, the 2nd edition of this text brings together all of the latest clinical data and research to comprehensively cover the anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of the spleen. Provides the latest in spleen related immunology and offers detailed information on the differential diagnosis of diseases involving the spleen. Now includes extensive updates on Hodgkin's disease, malignant lymphomas, leukemias and nonhematopoietic tumors and cysts!

  • Describes many lymphoma entities not presented in the previous edition, such as anaplastic large cell lymphoma, splenic marginal zone cell lymphoma, and hepatosplenic T-cell lymphoma.
    • Features extensively updated chapters on myeloproliferative diseases and disorders, disorders of the monocyte macrophage system, vascular lesions, and non-hematopoietic tumours and cysts.
  • Classifies disease entities using the latest classification system for lymphomas and myeloid diseases, which integrates molecular, cytogenic, and immunophenotypic data.
    • Illustrates pathologic processes with more than 230 detailed gross and microscopic photographs, including 20 in full colour.
  • Emphasizes clinical correlations throughout the text.
    • Reflects the authority of anoutstanding team of editors and contributors, all of whom are experienced hematopathologists.

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