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Thrombosis: Everything You Need to Know (Your Personal Health) | Paperback

by Dr Jack Hirsh CM HD FRCP (C) FRACP FRSC DCS (Author)

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$16.95

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Usually ships in 1 to 2 months

Binding:

Paperback

Publisher:

Firefly Books

Edition:

1st Edition

Page Count:

152 Pages

Publication Date:

October 03, 2005

Sales Rank:

907,283th

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Product Description
A layperson's guide to a debilitating condition. Thrombosis is the formation of a solid blood clot in an arterial or venous vessel where it can interfere with normal blood flow. About 1 in 20 suffers from vein clots or lung clots at some point, and about half of those suffering from thrombosis have other illnesses such as cancer or develop the clot while recovering from surgery or a serious accident. While most episodes of blood clotting are not dangerous, some can be serious and even fatal. Thrombosis is a straightforward, helpful guide for non-medical readers that explains important issues regarding this condition: - Causes of thrombosis - Prevention of blood clotting - Diagnosis and treatment - New and current drug therapies - The latest surgical procedures - Day-to-day management. Thrombosis is an invaluable resource for those suffering from the condition and for their families.

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