Platelets

Review of the Third Edition:

"One might well question the value of a doorstopper-sized textbook in this era of instant Internet access to all variety of even the most arcane information. A notable exception, however, is the third edition of Michelson’s Platelets. The surprising complexity of these anucleate cells and their diverse and ever enlarging roles in physiology and disease has attracted a large cadre of interdisciplinary researchers focused on various aspects of these roles. Having at ready hand a readable, authoritative, comprehensive and beautifully illustrated and cross-referenced volume makes for easy access to important information required by these researchers – both established senior investigators and their students."

--Thomas P Stossel, MD, American Cancer Society Professor of Medicine Harvard Medical School Director, Translational Medicine Unit and center for Medical Innovation Senior Physician, Hematology Division Brigham & Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA

“…a clearly written, concise, and comprehensive discussion of platelets and their disorders that will be useful to anyone whose professional activity involves these important little cells. --Journal of the American Medical Association "...If you field platelet questions, you should get this book..." - Valerie L. Ng, PhD, MD, Alameda County Medical Center/Highland Hospital, FOR DOODY'S (4 Stars) "This is a fantastic resource for anyone who treats patients with platelet disorders or is engaged in platelet or megakaryocyte-based research." - BRITISH JOURNAL OF HAEMATOLOGY REVIEWS OF THE FIRST EDITION “landmark…a useful, comprehensive reference - New England Journal of Medicine “belongs on the bookshelf of every clinician who assesses patients with platelet disorders - The Lancet “arguably the most complete compendium available on the subject that was once regarded as merely 'blood dust'. - British Journal of Haematology “a single-handed compilation of authoritative material - Transfusion “a modern encyclopedia...stands out as the most comprehensive and up-to-date review of platelets yet published." - Journal of Vascular Surgery “beautifully organized - American Journal of Clinical Pathology