Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #113779 in Books
• Published on: 2000-08-21
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 200 pages

Synopsis
Addressed to the lay person, this book looks at the scientific advancements which are challenging the practice of one of medicine's oldest therapies - blood transfusion. The long and widely accepted notion that donated blood is the "gift of life" has been thrust under the microscope. Scientific scrutiny is proving quite conclusively that the old notion is deeply flawed. Indeed, all too often, the "gift of life" has become the "bringer of death". Bold and innovative leaders of "bloodless" or "transfusion free" medicine and surgery are taking definiive steps to replace time-worn medical treatments with safer approaches based on the ever evolving scientific evidence.

Customer Reviews

Excellent Presentation About Transfusion Free Surgery
The book's subtitle says that it's a "Layman's Complete Guide to Bloodless Medicine and Surgery". Well I doubted THAT (having just read "Dailey's Notes on Blood" which even though written in a simple and concise way can still be kinda tough going) but I purchased it anyway because I'm deeply interested in the subject of transfusion free medicine. What a surprise I received!

1ST of all I was impressed by the physical presentation of the book itself. It is printed on glossy paper. There are numerous full-color photos and graphic illustrations. Along the way are a number of concise charts that nicely sum up or enhance the information presented in the text. There are a number of appendices at the end, which contain additional detailed information presented in a clear way, a glossary of medical terms used and an extensive bibliography for each chapter.

The text itself is clear and well written with the layman in view. The book gives a lucid description of the components of blood and the circulatory system. (After reading this book my understanding of "Dailey's Notes on Blood" was greatly enhanced.) It gives the reasons why many doctors began looking for an alternative to blood transfusions. It highlights the evidence that is causing a number of well-respected physicians to come to the conclusion that bloodless surgery is not just an alternative procedure but is in fact the state of the art in surgery today. It, also, explains the different techniques and instruments used in bloodless surgery.

This book was such a joy to read that I read it twice in two weeks time. I even purchased several copies and gave them to friends. The authors and publishers have both done an excellent job in presenting in such an understandable way this important medical information

Excellent one of the best books I have read
This book is extremely informative. It is an essential read for anyone who is interested in the most up-to-date safe medical treatment without the use of blood. I had a knowledge of bloodless treatments before but now feel fully informed of what is available to me should I require an operation in the future.

A thoroughly well researched book on bloodless surgery.
Written for both layman and professional, this well researched book competently examines the almost unquestioned practice of surgical blood transfusion over the past sixty years. It clearly documents how today worldwide many top medical professionals are actively promoting new blood conservation strategies and equipment with the objective of achieving 'bloodless' surgery for all operative procedures avoiding the risks and escalating costs of donor blood transfusion.