Full Description
'This vital resource provides an up-to-date and informative account of childhood cancer. The purpose of this book is to provide a source of information and guidance for children with cancer and for their families. It is intended to help them understand their new experiences and so reduce the fear that accompanies uncertainty. The material is meant to complement and not substitute the essential continuing dialogue between families and members of the health care team.
Contents
'Introduction1. Grades of Recommendation for Antithrombotic Drugs2. Oral Anticoagulants3. Platelet-Active Drugs4. Heparin and Low Molecular Weight Heparins5. New Anticoagulants6. Antithrombotic Therapy During Pregnancy7. Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism8. Treatment of Venous Thromboembolic Disease9. Atrial Fibrillation10. Mechanical and Bioprosthetic Valves11. Valvular Heart Disease12. Antithrombotic Therapy in Coronary Artery Disease(Including Coronary Thrombolysis)13. Coronary Artery Bypass Grafts14. Antithrombotic Therapy in Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention15. Antithrombotic Therapy in Peripheral Arterial Occlusive Disease16. Antithrombotic and Thrombolytic Therapy for Ischemic StrokeIndex
