Management of Bleeding Disorders in Surgical Practice

A detailed examination of the process of blood coagulation in normal and abnormal surgical situations, this book features coverage of normal haemostasis, acquired bleeding disorders, the role of the anaesthetist, and special cases such as the newborn, patients with burns, and traumatized patients.

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The ability to control blood loss is one of the most basic protective mechanisms of the body's defences. Excess bleeding is a threat to the success of every surgical operation because it affects both blood volume and wound healing. This book, aimed at both practitioners and researchers, is a detailed examination of the process of blood coagulation in normal and abnormal surgical situations.