Overview

First published in 1974, this book helped foster new attitudes towards hereditary bleeding disorders by encouraging hemophiliacs to lead full and active lives. It has been very well received by both the medical and general press and has been translated into many languages around the world. The new edition of Living With Haemophilia has been extensively revised to incorporate the latest advances in treatment. It covers breaking discoveries in gene therapy, explaining the spectacular improvements that have been made in the manufacturing of blood products and the emergence of genetically engineered recombinant DNA concentrates. In order to serve readers better, much of the book has been completely rewritten to make referencing easier. Background information sheets have been included as guides for those wanting further knowledge, leaving the main text free for cohesive reading. Also, the technical material has been more fully explained, making it clearer and more accessible. This essential guide explains bleeding disorders and how they are passed on from generation to generation, the effects of hemophilia on different parts of the body, bleeding episodes and how to control them, safe treatment including home therapy and prophylaxis, physiotherapy, and drug treatment, as well as the special precautions to be taken when a major operation is needed. There is also a section devoted to HIV and AIDS. Written for hemophiliacs and their families as well as their doctors and other caregivers, this book focuses on the management of hemophilia and explains the possibility of its future cure.

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Author:   Peter Jones
Publisher:   Springer
Imprint:   Springer
Edition:   2nd ed. 1984. Softcover reprint of the original 2nd ed. 1984
Dimensions:   Width: 18.90cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 24.60cm
Weight:   0.506kg
ISBN:  

9789401173087

ISBN 10:   9401173087
Pages:   258
Publication Date:   09 April 2012
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

1. The body—an introduction to structure and function.- 2. Bleeding and clotting.- 3. The causes of bleeding disorders.- 4. Bleeding episodes.- 5. Treatment 1—therapeutic materials.- 6. Treatment 2—treatment of bleeds; home therapy.- 7. Treatment 3—physiotherapy, appliances, dental care.- 8. How a major operation is conducted in safety.- 9. Activities and precautions.- 10. Education and employment.- 11. Sex and family planning.- 12. Clotting factor antibodies (inhibitors).- 13. Past, present and future.- Appendix 1—Medical care: what someone with haemophilia should expect.- Appendix 2—Aspirin and paracetamol preparations.

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