R C Becker. (Pp 756; £39.95). Oxford University Press, 2000. ISBN 0-195-12331-X

• Becker RC. Fibrinolytic and antithrombotic therapy: theory
• practice and management

Developments in fibrinolytic and antithrombotic therapy are among the most important recent advances in emergency medicine. This book provides a comprehensive guide from basic principles to clinical practice. Although it may fit into a (large) pocket, this is very much a reference book. The writing is precise and economical, largely unencumbered by conjecture or opinion, allowing vast amounts of factual information to be conveyed. While this creates impressive scope and depth it does little to engage the reader.

Part I covers …