The Heparins
Basic and Clinical Aspects

Provides a concise and practical source of information on the properties of heparins and their indications and adverse effects

David Green (Author)

9780128187814, Elsevier Science

Paperback, published 10 November 2020

214 pages, 100 illustrations (75 in full color)
22.9 x 15.1 x 1.5 cm, 0.41 kg

"This is a useful addition to the library of hematologists, internists, pathologists, and other clinicians who use anticoagulant therapy. It is a helpful reference for the history of drug development and clinical trials in this area of medicine. Although many textbooks of hematology and internal medicine will contain some of this information, I am not aware of another recent book with this comprehensive focus." --Doody

The Heparins: Properties and Clinical Applications brings the latest information on heparin, one of the world's most widely used drugs. The book describes the fascinating history of the discovery of this biological agent, how it was isolated and characterized, and its use for the treatment of thrombotic disorders. The structures of various heparins are illustrated, with their function as anticoagulants delineated. This comprehensive resource arms researchers and clinicians with a concise and practical source that will assist in biomedical research, medical practice, and in improving patient outcomes.

Part I. Historical Development and Properties1. Anticoagulant Heparins2. Non-anticoagulant Heparins

Subject Areas: Life sciences: general issues [PSA], Diabetes [MJGD]