Hematology
Who he is and what he does hematologist?
Hematology is an interdisciplinary science. It is a branch of clinical medicine that deals with the composition, function, properties and diseases of the blood and hematopoietic system. Hematology is based primarily on laboratory tests of the blood. Therefore, people whose blood tests give abnormal results should go to a hematologist. The basic test is a blood count (it is recommended to perform such a test at least once a year). Blood is a liquid tissue that has a very important function in our body. If it is healthy then the organs are well nourished and our body’s defense system works effectively.
What diseases does a hematologist diagnose?
A hematologist doctor Warsaw consults on blood diseases such as thrombocytopenia, anemia, hemorrhagic diathesis, venous thromboembolism. Often, in addition to laboratory tests, the hematologist may order, among other things, a biopsy of the lymphatic system or bone marrow. Current diagnostic methods make it possible to detect blood and lymphatic system abnormalities early, which significantly improves the possibility of effective treatment. At our Center, hematology consultations are provided by doctor. – Head of the Hemostasis Disorders Unit at the Department of Hemostasis Disorders and Internal Medicine at the Institute of Hematology and Transfusion in Warsaw, specializing in internal medicine, hematology and clinical transfusion.
A hematologist consults on:
- Diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders: thrombocytopenia, anemia, leukopenia, hyperthrombocytopenia, hyperemia
- Congenital and acquired hemorrhagic diathesis, including rare blood clotting disorders:
- Plasma (hemophilia, Von Willebrand's disease and others)
- Platelet (thrombocytopathies) and vascular
- Hematolytic complications in pregnancy
- venous thromboembolism:
- anticoagulant treatment - prevention
- Venous thromboses of unusual location (abdominal, cerebral and other vessels)
- Congenital thrombophilia and antiphospholipid syndrome
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