ABSTRACT

Introduction 109 Haematopoiesis 109 Red cell disorders 110 Secondary anaemia 117 White blood cells 117 Coagulopathy 118 Coagulation 119

Secondary haemostatic disorders 120 Acquired disorders 121 Haemostatic agents 121 Prothrombotic conditions and anticoagulation 121 References 122 Addendum 124

This chapter provides a brief overview of haematological conditions that affect the anaesthetic management of paediatric patients.