The definitive overview of haematology and its recent developmentsHaematology has advanced considerably in recent decades. As new developments emerge, there is a continuous need for an accessible and up-to-date survey for medical students, discussing the major haematological disorders, their clinical presentations, their treatments, and more.Written by specialists with an interest in medical education, Lecture Notes: Haematology is a succinct, highly illustrated student guide to the essentials of this important field. It integrates the physiological, pathological, and clinical dimensions of haematology in a single comprehensive guide, and provides medical students and early-career clinicians with the core knowledge required to succeed in the subject. The 11th edition of this guide includes updated sections and expanded chapters detailing the newest advances in the field.In this 11th edition of Lecture Notes: Haematology, readers will also find:* Discussion of both pathogenesis and management of all major haematological disorders* Online clinical cases with >150 multiple choice questions to allow you to test and apply your knowledgeLecture Notes: Haematology, 11th edition is a valuable resource for medical students and junior doctors looking to increase their expertise in this medical specialty.

Preface viiAbout the companion website ix1 An introduction to haematopoiesis 12 The blood count in health and disease 153 Anaemia: general principles 234 Haemolytic anaemias 395 Disorders of globin synthesis 556 An introduction to haematological malignancies 717 Cellular and molecular investigations in haematology 798 Neoplastic disorders of myeloid cells 919 Neoplastic disorders of lymphoid cells 10510 Plasma cell myeloma and other paraproteinaemias 12111 Aplastic anaemia and pure red cell aplasia 13112 Stem cell transplantation and cellular therapy 13713 Haemostasis and bleeding disorders 14714 Thrombosis and anticoagulant therapy 16315 Blood groups and blood transfusion 173Index 187