Bridget S. Wilkins

Discover a comprehensive and up-to-date reference resource for bone marrow pathology, complete with an extensive list of references The diagnosis and treatment of bone marrow pathologies is one of the most critical areas of medical research and care. For years, Bone Marrow Pathology has served as the essential reference and teaching tool in the field of haematology, with an authoritative treatment of the subject written by acknowledged leaders in the field. Now fully updated to reflect urgent new changes to the theory and practice of haematology, it promises to serve a new generation of practitioners. In the book, the characteristics and function of normal bone marrow are extensively discussed. Bone marrow pathology, including both aspirate films and trephine biopsy sections, is examined in a clinical context. The content is augmented by discussion of the peripheral blood findings and supplementary bone marrow tests. Readers of the sixth edition of Bone Marrow Pathology will also find: Lavish illustrations with high-quality images of bone marrow and other associated imagesIncorporation of new classifications including the WHO and International Consensus classifications, as well as new and expanded research areasEmphasis on practical tools including differential diagnosis and common problems and pitfallsA practical, integrated approach to diagnosis Perfect for trainee and consultant haematologists and haematopathologists, Bone Marrow Pathology will also prove itself invaluable for cytogeneticists, molecular geneticists and anyone working in immunophenotyping.

The major aim of this book is to de-mystify splenic pathology for non-specialist consultants and trainees in histopathology. The interpretation of pathological changes in the human spleen provides a significant challenge to the skills of even the most highly trained histopathologists. This comprehensive account of the most important and frequently encountered pathological conditions affecting the spleen is highly illustrated in colour throughout with numerous detailed macroscopic and microscopic specimens. Emphasis is placed upon the importance of adequate clinical information and technical preparation of splenectomy specimens in obtaining the best possible histopathological assessment of the tissue. A systematic, analytical approach to interpretation of pathological changes is used throughout the book. This should enable readers to feel confident in their assessment of significant processes within the spleen. This volume serves as an illustrated atlas, a bench manual, as a text, and as a source of reference, and will be an indispensable guide.