Manual of Blood Platelets: Morphology, Physiology and Pharmacology

This monograph includes discussions on aspirin resistance, unique mechanism of platelet membrane modulation, platelet interactions with vascular surfaces, biomaterials, and biomedical devices. It includes beautiful electron micrographs and original illustrations.

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Platelets are tiny blood cells that help the body form clots to stop bleeding. Antiplatelet medications, such as aspirin and clopidogrel, are commonly used to thin the blood which limits clotting and reduces the risk of heart attack.



This book is a comprehensive guide to blood platelets for haematologists.



Beginning with discussion on platelet structure, morphology, function and physiology, the next chapters cover the role of calcium in platelet activation and calcium modulation by cyclic nucleotides.



The following sections explain the pharmacology of antiplatelet drugs, antiplatelet therapies, aspirin resistance, and the association of diabetes mellitus with major platelet dysfunction.



The book concludes with chapters on acute coronary problems, interaction between endothelial cells and platelets, and blood biocompatibility studies.



Authored by a Minneapolis-based expert in the field, the text is further enhanced by clinical photographs, diagrams and tables.



Key points





Comprehensive guide to blood platelets for haematologists
Extensive coverage of antiplatelet drugs and resistance
Recognised author from University of Minnesota
Highly illustrated with clinical photographs, diagrams and tables