Textbook of Coronary Thrombosis and Thrombolysis (Developments in Cardiovascular Medicine)

The Textbook of Coronary Thrombosis and Thrombolysis, in essence, represents a heartfelt gift of knowledge from a dedicated group of scientists and clinicians, who collectively have set out on a mission to minimize the societal impact of `hemostasis in the wrong place.' The book is divided into four distinct sections: Part 1: Scientific Principles lays a supporting foundation; Part 2: Clinical Application of Scientific Principles places the knowledge base in a working perspective, directly applying science in patient care; Part 3: New Dimensions provides a glimpse of tomorrow, steering the field clear of self-proclaimed victory and the dangers of complacency as we move into the 21st Century, and Part 4: The Evolution of Thrombocardiology focuses on laboratory standards, clinical trials and drugs in development. The major sections are systematically divided into smaller sections, each with a composer who has been asked to assemble the finest scientific minds in the world. When brought together and conducted well, the orchestra plays a symphony for all the world to hear. It is this spirit that captures the pain of human disease and suffering, rising swiftly to meet the needs of humanity in the global village.