Hematology
Hematology is a medical specialty that focuses on the study of blood and blood-forming tissues, such as bone marrow and the lymphatic system. The discipline includes the study of blood cells, their production, and their functions, as well as the mechanisms of blood clotting and the disorders that can affect these processes.
Hematologists are physicians who specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of various blood disorders and related conditions. Some of the common blood disorders that hematologists deal with include anemia, bleeding disorders, such as hemophilia and von Willebrand disease, blood cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma, and blood clotting disorders, such as deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
To diagnose blood disorders, hematologists use a variety of diagnostic tests, including blood tests, bone marrow biopsies, and imaging studies. Blood tests can reveal information about the number, size, and shape of blood cells, as well as the levels of various substances in the blood, such as hemoglobin and clotting factors. Bone marrow biopsies involve the removal of a small sample of bone marrow tissue from the hipbone or breastbone, which is then examined under a microscope to assess the health and function of the bone marrow cells. Imaging studies, such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs, can help detect abnormalities in the blood vessels, organs, and tissues.
Depending on the specific condition, hematologists may recommend a range of treatments, including medication, blood transfusions, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, stem cell transplantation, and surgery. For example, patients with anemia may be prescribed iron supplements, vitamin B12 injections, or erythropoietin-stimulating agents to help increase the number of red blood cells in the body. Patients with bleeding disorders may receive clotting factor replacement therapy or desmopressin to help control bleeding episodes. Patients with blood cancers may undergo chemotherapy, radiation therapy, stem cell transplantation, or a combination of these treatments.
At Koru Hospital, our hematologists are highly trained and experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of various blood disorders. They work closely with other specialists, such as oncologists, radiologists, and pathologists, to provide comprehensive and personalized care to our patients. Our state-of-the-art facilities and equipment allow us to provide the most advanced diagnostic and treatment options for our patients.
If you have any concerns about your blood health, please do not hesitate to contact us to schedule an appointment with one of our hematologists. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing you with the highest level of care and support throughout your treatment journey.