Emerging Pathologies in Cardiology: Proceedings of the Mediterranean Cardiology Meeting 2005

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The book aims to give the most up-to-date information about the epidemiology, the pathophysiology, the diagnosis and the new treatments of the Emerging Pathologies in Cardiology. It presents the state of the art on Acute Coronary Syndromes, Sudden Cardiac Death, Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Syncope and Prevention of Global Cardiovascular Risk which are some of the emerging pathologies urging investigators to develop many and more sophisticated pharmacological, electrical or mechanical therapies. The volume chapters are written by world-renowned leading experts in these fields, and present a detailed analysis of the most recent developments in the treatment of the above mentioned cardiac pathologies.

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* Amazon Sales Rank: #3656097 in Books
* Published on: 2005-07-16
* Original language: English
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Hardcover
* 407 pages

Editorial review:
The book aims to give the most up-to-date information about the epidemiology, the pathophysiology, the diagnosis and the new treatments of the Emerging Pathologies in Cardiology. It presents the state of the art on Acute Coronary Syndromes, Sudden Cardiac Death, Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Syncope and Prevention of Global Cardiovascular Risk which are some of the emerging pathologies urging investigators to develop many and more sophisticated pharmacological, electrical or mechanical therapies. The volume chapters are written by world-renowned leading experts in these fields, and present a detailed analysis of the most recent developments in the treatment of the above mentioned cardiac pathologies.

ABC of Nutrition (ABC)

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This well established ABC has been updated with new charts, illustrations and guidelines on aspects of nutrition which affect heart disease, blood pressure, chronic diseases such as diabetes and some types of cancer. The book also contains the most current nutritional recommendations for pregnancy and infant feeding as well as advice for children and adults young and old. With chapters covering nutritional deficiencies in both developing and affluent countries as well as eating disorders and obesity, this latest edition has worldwide relevance.

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* Amazon Sales Rank: #2302349 in Books
* Published on: 2003-09-19
* Original language: English
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Paperback
* 152 pages

Editorial Reviews

Review
"Almost everyone will find something new. It is a pleasure to recommend this book." (on previous edition) -- Trends in Food Science and Technology

"Almost everyone will find something new. It is a pleasure to recommend this book" - Trends in Food Science and Technology

"One of the most usable, concise, clearly written, and unambiguous sources of information about the science and practice of nutrition."

"Ranks as one of the most concise, well written, and useful books for those healthcare professionals who want to know how nutrition should best be practiced."
Nutrition and Dietetics (2004) 61:2

"Almost everyone will find something new. It is a pleasure to recommend this book" - Trends in Food Science and Technology

"One of the most usable, concise, clearly written, and unambiguous sources of information about the science and practice of nutrition."

"Ranks as one of the most concise, well written, and useful books for those healthcare professionals who want to know how nutrition should best be practiced."
Nutrition and Dietetics (2004) 61:2

Review
"Almost everyone will find something new. It is a pleasure to recommend this book" - Trends in Food Science and Technology

"One of the most usable, concise, clearly written, and unambiguous sources of information about the science and practice of nutrition."

"Ranks as one of the most concise, well written, and useful books for those healthcare professionals who want to know how nutrition should best be practiced."
Nutrition and Dietetics (2004) 61:2

From the Publisher
Part of the best-selling ABC series
Replaces ABC of Nutrition 3rd edition 0 7279 1233 X
New charts and illustrations
Updated guidelines on aspects of nutrition which affect heart disease, blood pressure and chronic diseases such as diabetes and some types of cancer

Sportkardiologie: Körperliche Aktivität bei Herzerkrankungen

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The most-up-to-date book on the market, gives readers the biochemistry background needed to succeed in medical school. Contains the latest case studies, discussions of biochemical diseases, clinical information, the fundamentals of biochemistry, and prevalent medical conditions. Concise and comprehensive, it is the perfect textbook for the USMLE review.
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* Amazon Sales Rank: #406284 in Books
* Published on: 2003-03-18
* Original language: English
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Paperback
* 693 pages

Editorial Reviews

Review
"Originally published in 1939, this enduring reference/text continues with its mission to introduce biochemistry concepts to medical and health sciences students in concise text supported with graphs, charts, and diagrams. Updating the 2003 26th edition (which was drastically revised to make it shorter), the 27th includes substantial revisions as well as new coverage of bioinformatics and computational biology. Topics are each treated in about 10 pages and are presented under the themes of: structures and functions of proteins and enzymes; bioenergetics and the metabolism of carbohydrates and lipids; metabolism of proteins and amino acids; structure, function and replication of informational macromolecules; biochemistry of extracellular and intracellular communication; and special topics (e.g. nutrition, digestion and absorption, muscle and the cytoskeleton). The authors introduce each concept with discussion of its biomedical importance." (Sci-Tech Book News )

From the Back Cover
Currently the most up-to-date book on the market, Harper's Biochemistry, 25/e, gives you the biochemistry background you need to succeed in medical school. It contains the latest case studies, discussions of biochemical diseases, and clinical information. Concise but comprehensive, it is the perfect textbook for USMLE review. Features: covers the fundamentals of biochemistry in a relevant, interesting manner; contains information on prevalent medical conditions, including hypercholisterolemia, obesity, osteoporosis, and diabetes mellitus; covers new developments in metabolism and genetics, including the Human Genome Project and the genetic basis of hemochromatosis; presents hundreds of colorful images to help students visualize new information.

About the Author
Robert K. Murray, MD, PhD (University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada) Daryl K. Granner, MD (Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee) Peter A. Mayes, PhD, DSc (University of London, London, England) Victor W. Rodwell, PhD (Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana)
Customer Reviews

Biochemistry for Dummies2
I am a medical school professor and am familiar with the different biochemistry textbooks. Harper's is a simplified text book that does not have the detail of depth of information one finds in the gold-standard texts of Lehninger or Stryer. There is a reason why these texts and not Harper's are much more commonly found in the undergraduate, graduate and medical school classrooms. Harper's is ok for the educated layperson or for the non-biologist who wants an overview of biochemistry.

Complicated3
I'm a second year med student and this is the most difficult book I have to read. No so much because of the difficulty of the subject but cause it's written in so complicated way. Also to fully understand the contents I think one must have somewhat biochemical background. Which alot of people don't have. I find myself reading more from wikipeadia then from the book!

great for review5
While this book may not give quite the same level of detail found in some of the more massive and expensive intro to biochem texts, it is nevertheless a valuable reference. The fundamentals are all here, in an admirably clear and concise form. That makes going back to review much easier than with the fat books. In that way, this book fills an important gap in the field of available texts. If however one comes across a particularly difficult concept, the concise explanations may leave them wanting or needing more. In fairness though, I think a lot of the fatter books have the same drawback despite their longwindedness. Afterall, biochemistry can be pretty tough no matter what book you're looking at. If you are using the book as part of a class, then theoretically that is why there is an instructor, lectures and tutorial sessions. Admittedly, and to the student's detriment, the system doesn't always work out that way. I've found the book to be excellent for review because of its brevity and clarity. This book also gets high marks for attempting to point out the clinical relevance of the material, something that cannot be said for the majority of the big textbooks.

ABC of Interventional Cardiology

Product Description
Coronary artery disease (CAD) causes severe disability and more death than any other disease in affluent societies, including cancer. The medical conditions associated with it are angina, ischaemia, unstable angina, myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, heart failure and sudden death.

Choosing the appropriate investigation to confirm a diagnosis helps to assess risk and determine the correct treatment path. GPs also need to know the effective life-style and risk-factor modifications in addition to advocating the best medical therapy. Book Info
(BMJ Books) Northern General Hospital, Sheffield, UK. Describes and illustrates various methods of interventional cardiology. Includes the pathophysiology and investigation of coronary artery disease, percutaneous coronary intervention, chronic stable angina, interventional pharmacotherapy, implantable devices, and more. Softcover.

From the Publisher
Emphasis on clarity, clinical relevance and up to date information Numerous high quality illustrations and diagrams Covers a broad range of important topics in interventional cardiology Useful and readable text appealing to a broad readership Helps GPs with the early care and diagnosis, as well as with lifestyle modification advice

From the Back Cover
Coronary artery disease (CAD) causes severe disability and more death than any other disease in affluent societies, including cancer. The medical conditions associated with it are angina, ischaemia, unstable angina, myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, heart failure and sudden death.

Choosing the appropriate investigation to confirm a diagnosis helps to assess risk and determine the correct treatment path. GPs also need to know the effective life-style and risk-factor modifications in addition to advocating the best medical therapy.

About the Author
Edited by Ever D Grech

Platelets in Hematologic and Cardiovascular Disorders: A Clinical Handbook

Review
"A comprehensive clinical handbook...Each aspect of the platelet is covered in detail by leading experts in the field...The first 19 chapters contain a good mix of basic science and clinical medicine...The last seven chapters of the book cover [the development of antiplatelet drugs] in great detail. Tables and graphs summarizing the main clinical trials of antiplatelet therapy complement the information and recommendations presented in these treatment-oriented chapters...I enjoyed reading this book and believe that it will be a useful guide for residents, graduate students, physicians, and scientists."
--New England Journal of Medicine Product Description
A rapid increase in our understanding of the biology of platelets and their role in disease in recent years has been paralleled by increasing successes with established platelet-modifying therapies in many clinical conditions. This text focuses on the clinical role of platelets in a wide variety of hematologic, cardiovascular and other disorders, providing a practical, clinically relevant handbook for all clinicians and researchers interested in platelets and their role in disease. Covering platelet physiology, bleeding disorders, thrombotic disorders and antithrombotic therapy. Chapters cover all the conventional and less conventional aspects of platelet involvement in disease, with an emphasis on recent clinical developments. Clear take home messages have been included in each chapter to aid clinical practice. With contributions from leading experts across three continents, Platelets in Hematologic and Cardiovascular Disorders is an up-to-date, well illustrated, practical resource for everyone involved in clinical practice with platelet disorders.

Book Description
A practical new clinical resource on platelets in all hematologic, cardiovascular, and allergic disorders.

About the Author
Paolo Gresele is a Professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Perugia, Italy.

Valentin Fuster is the Director of Mount Sinai Heart School of Medicine, New York.

José A. López is the Executive Vice President for Research at the University of Seattle, Washington.

Clive P. Page is a Professor of Pharmacology at King's College London.

Jos Vermylen is an Emeritus Professor of Medicine at the University of Leuven, Belgium.

Healthy Heart: Keep Your Cardiovascular System Healthy and Fit at any Age by Patricia Bragg

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Heart disease takes the lives of over a million Americans yearly-more than all other causes of death combined! This book shows you how to avoid the risk factors, to live a longer healthier life.
Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #69896 in Books
* Published on: 2001-09-25
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Paperback
* 256 pages

Customer Reviews

Heart Disease is Nothing to Brag About5
Having experienced heart disease first-hand in three close relatives, and seeing the crippling effects of this debilitating disease (taking lots of medicines and their side effects), I thought I knew everything about the disease, particularly the treatment side - the drugs, the surgeries, the stents. But I didn't know that much about the prevention side, and that is what this book is all about. How to prevent it.

I was curious about what the authors Paul and Patricia Bragg had to say about preventing heart disease. So I bought this easy to read book, and have learned quite a bit from it. It is packed with plenty of practical advice, including facts about heart disease and longevity. As I read the topics on stress, exercise, different studies and vitamins, I realized that this book was more than a book on cardiovascular fitness. It was a wonderful book that encompassed a healthy way of life, that anyone could utilize. This book is for everyone, not just heart patients.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading the book, particularly the fasting for a day. This is a not a new concept for me - fasting. However, the type of fast that is described - an 8-10 glass water fast, with 3 glasses water with vinegar and honey, was intriguing. They explained that during the fast, toxins will be released from the body, and people will experience such things as headaches, diarrhea, etc. but that it will go away over time. I I especially liked it when they stated that the cholesterol will drop as a result of the fasting. So I tried the fast, and I tested my cholesterol. To my amazement, my cholesterol (which is typically borderline) was around 173. I will try it once more in the future to verify the findings.

Although I agreed with most of the material in the book, there is one section that I defer on - the authors tout that distilled water is the best water to drink. I personally like reverse osmosis water because it is more effective and removes even more chemicals than does distilled water.

Finally, one interesting story I liked was when Paul Bragg taveled the world looking for centenearians, and found a man in Turkey who was 154 years old and still working as a baggage porter. He was healthy and his simple diet consisted of dates, olives, day old black bread, garlic, vegetables and tea.

This book is definately worth reading and I recommend it highly.

Easy-to-follow, heart healthy lifestyle changes5
Paul and Patricia Bragg effective collaborate in Healthy Heart: Keep Your Cardiovascular System Health & Fit At Any Age to provide detailed reasons underlying cardiovascular disease. They use graphics, charts, and headlined sections to prove useful information in an easy-to-rad format specifically suited to the needs of the non-specialist general reader. Included in this highly recommended compendium of cardiovascular advice and information are easy-to-follow, heart healthy lifestyle changes, exercises, and diet information that if consistently applied will result in a dramatically improved cardiovascular performance and physical health.

You Have Just One Pump5
Healthy Heart describes how specific diet and exercise will keep your heart working longer. To see what this book covers, see the Table of Contents on the bar to your left.

Do not be confused by the low price on this book. Health Science prints in such large quantities, they can afford to keep their prices low. Millions of copies of Bragg books are in print.

Paul Bragg started the health food movement. His Daughter, the Amazing Patricia Bragg, is accelerating their tradition of promoting the healthy lifestyle. She publishes a number of health-nutrition books and markets her own brand of apple cider vinegar, olive oil and aminos. See her picture on the bottles.

I have known Health Science and Patricia Bragg and have followed her healthy lifestyle program for over 20 years.

Perioperative Critical Care Cardiology (Topics in Anaesthesia and Critical Care)

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In this book are discussed topics of particular importance to critical care cardiovascular diagnosis and management in the perioperative period. Chapter topics are the causes for heart failure; the pathophysiology of heart failure; coronary heart disease and ischemic preconditioning; hypertensive urgencies and emergencies; diagnosis of heart failure; preoperative cardiac risk assessment; hemodynamic monitoring in patients with heart failure; electrocardiography of heart failure - features and arrhythmias; pharmacologic management for patients with heart failure; devices for management of heart failure; pacemaker and internal cardioverter-defibrillator therapies; management of cardiopulmonary arrest; circulatory shock - anaphylactic, cardiogenic, haemorrhagic, septic; prevention and management of cardiac dysfunction during and after cardiac surgery; vasodilator therapy - systemic and pulmonary; and, thromboembolism and anticoagulation. This work represents an important update for anaesthesiologists, cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, emergency care physicians and intensivists caring for patients with acute, life-threatening cardiovascular afflictions.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #1417956 in Books
Published on: 2007-02-02
Number of items: 1
Binding: Paperback
282 pages
Editorial Reviews

Book Info
Univ. of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Update for cardiologists, anesthesiologists, cardiac surgeons, and intensivists. Different aspects of cardiovascular dysfunction are presented, including diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment in the perioperative period. Softcover.

Cardiovascular Imaging: A Handbook for Clinical Practice (European Society of Cardiology) From Wiley-Blackwell

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This book is focused on the use of non-invasive imaging in clinical cardiology. Its central theme is the use of different imaging modalities in the routine clinical problems that physicians encounter on a regular basis. Many different clinical issues are discussed, including valvular disease, coronary artery disease, and myocardial and pericardial disease. In these various pathologies, the applications of echocardiography, nuclear imaging, CMR and MSCT are highlighted.



The majority of chapters are illustrated with a clinical case study and with moving images, which are contained on the accompanying CD. These case studies offer excellent examples of how to use the imaging modalities in clinical cardiology. Contributors are from Europe, the US and Asia to provide a global perspective.

The ESC Education Series
This book with its supporting CD is part of the ESC Education Series. The series is designed to provide medical professionals with the latest information about the understanding, diagnosis and management of cardiovascular diseases. Where available, management recommendations are based on the established European Guidelines, which encompass the best techniques to use with each cardiac disease. Throughout the series, the leading international opinion leaders have been chosen to edit and contribute to the books. The information is presented in a succinct and accessible format with a clinical focus.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #661864 in Books
Published on: 2005-10-01
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
312 pages
Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover
This book and supporting CD are part of the ESC Education Series. The series is designed to provide medical professionals with the latest information about the understanding, diagnosis and management of cardiovascular diseases.

Non-invasive imaging is developing a frantic pace and is being implemented more and more in the diagnostic and prognostic work-up of patients with heart disease. this volume provides insight into the use of different imaging modalities in clinical settings, focusing on frequently observed diseases, rather than the imaging modalities themselves.

This logical approach provides basic information on the relevance of each imaging modality in these various diseases, and then highlights each one in a clinical case that all cardiologists will frequently encounter.

Cardiovascular imaging: An handbook for clinical practice is an essential contribution to your collection.

About the Author
Jeroen Bax
Department of Cardiology, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
Specialism: Nuclear Cardiology

Christopher Kramer
University of Virginia Health System, Department of Radiology and Medicine, Charlottesville, VA, USA
Specialism: Cardiac MRI

Thomas H. Marwick
Professor of Medicine and Head of Section, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
Specialism: Echocardiology

William Wijns
Cardiovascular Centre, Onze-Lieve-Vrouw Ziekenhuis, Aalst, Belgium
Specialism: General Imaging

An Atlas and Manual of Coronary Intravascular Ultrasound Imaging From Informa Healthcare

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Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) is an imaging technique used during coronary angiography. This book provides a systematic introduction to coronary imaging with (IVUS). It is divided into two integrated and extensively cross-referenced parts, the Atlas and the Manual. The Manual describes the rationale, method, and interpretation of IVUS imaging for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes. It also presents a range of both established and evolving clinical and research applications. The Atlas features non-illustrated IVUS images together with corresponding illustrated figures. The reference list and subject index are connected to the Atlas and the Manual, allowing for rapid and easy access to information.

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* Amazon Sales Rank: #1085919 in Books
* Published on: 2003-11-19
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Hardcover
* 168 pages

Editorial Reviews

Review
This is an excellent manual for self-education and SpRs specialising in intervention, and also for reference by those of us who only perform small numbers of IVUS cases per year.
- Cardiology News, Vol. 7, No. 5, June/July 2004

Book Info
The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, OH. Atlas/manual provides an introduction to coronary imaging with intravascular ultrasound. Covers interventional applications, restenotic lesions and in-stent restonosis, assessment of transplant vasculopathy, assessment of plaque vulnerability, and serial examination of progression-regression of coronary artery disease. Abundant illustrations.

Rebuilding the Infarcted Heart From Informa Healthcare

Product Description

Revascularization of the heart is the prime objective following a myocardial infarction as the morbidity inflicted severely impacts the patient's lifestyle and working capabilities. The use of stem cell transplantation is one route that is receiving considerable funding from government and private sources. This book examines the various methods available that will help the patient to recover from the adverse effects of a myocardial infarction. This book takes the reader from bench to bedside, from chalk to dust, and explains in clear detail how the mechanisms of stem cell transplantation work.

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* Published on: 2007-12-10
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Hardcover
* 200 pages

Food Lipids: Chemistry, Nutrition, and Biotechnology, Third Edition (Food Science & Technology) From CRC

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Highlighting the role of dietary fats in foods, human health, and disease, the third edition of Food Lipids emphasizes lipids from the point of entry into the food supply. New chapters cover polyunsaturated lipid oxidation in aqueous systems, total antioxidant evaluation and synergism, tocopherol stability and prooxidant mechanisms of oxidized tocopherols in lipids, and the effects and mechanisms of minor compounds in oil on lipid oxidation. Addressing the chemistry of lipid and antioxidant reactions as well as applications in biotechnology, this edition presents an in-depth discussion on lipid oxidation and antioxidants, with updated information and references throughout the text.
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* Amazon Sales Rank: #1845364 in Books
* Published on: 2008-03-17
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Hardcover
* 928 pages

Editorial Reviews

Book Info
A comprehensive reference/text presenting a solid background in lipid nomenclature & classification as well as the latest developments in lipid chemistry. DLC: Lipids.
Customer Reviews

Very Scientifically informative5
This book is very comprehensive and up-to date. Very good reference book to food scientists, lipid and biochemists

ABC of Interventional Cardiology (ABC Series) From BMJ Books

Product Description

Coronary artery disease (CAD) causes severe disability and more death than any other disease in affluent societies, including cancer. The medical conditions associated with it are angina, ischaemia, unstable angina, myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, heart failure and sudden death.

Choosing the appropriate investigation to confirm a diagnosis helps to assess risk and determine the correct treatment path. GPs also need to know the effective life-style and risk-factor modifications in addition to advocating the best medical therapy.
Product Details
Amazon Sales Rank: #1648051 in Books
Published on: 2004-09-20
Number of items: 1
Binding: Paperback
51 pages
Editorial Reviews

Book Info
(BMJ Books) Northern General Hospital, Sheffield, UK. Describes and illustrates various methods of interventional cardiology. Includes the pathophysiology and investigation of coronary artery disease, percutaneous coronary intervention, chronic stable angina, interventional pharmacotherapy, implantable devices, and more. Softcover.

From the Publisher
Emphasis on clarity, clinical relevance and up to date information Numerous high quality illustrations and diagrams Covers a broad range of important topics in interventional cardiology Useful and readable text appealing to a broad readership Helps GPs with the early care and diagnosis, as well as with lifestyle modification advice

From the Back Cover
Coronary artery disease (CAD) causes severe disability and more death than any other disease in affluent societies, including cancer. The medical conditions associated with it are angina, ischaemia, unstable angina, myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, heart failure and sudden death.

Choosing the appropriate investigation to confirm a diagnosis helps to assess risk and determine the correct treatment path. GPs also need to know the effective life-style and risk-factor modifications in addition to advocating the best medical therapy.

Inflammatory Atherosclerosis: Characteristics of the Injurious Agent by Richard J. Frink

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* Amazon Sales Rank: #782555 in Books
* Published on: 2002-11
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Hardcover
* 111 pages

Editorial Reviews

Book Info
Text provides information on the nature and characteristics of the injurious agent through study of the gross and microscopic changes taking place in the coronary arteries of patients with and without clinical coronary disease. Characterized by agents to gain a deeper understanding of the processes involved. Includes high-quality color photographs.

ABC of Arterial and Venous Disease (ABC) From Wiley-Blackwell

Product Description

This practical guide to the commonly presenting arterial and venous disorders is written especially for primary care practitioners. It provides up to date coverage of the diagnosis and investigation of the diseases, as well as clinical management chapters and strategies for prevention of complications.

Arterial and venous diseases comprise a large proportion of the conditions seen by primary health care workers. This authoritative, full colour illustrated ABC is an ideal reference on which to base effective management and prevention programmes.
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* Amazon Sales Rank: #3265710 in Books
* Published on: 2001-08-15
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: CD-ROM
* 61 pages

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover
This slide set compiles all the figures from within the BMJ's book ABC
of Arterial and Venous Disease onto one CD-ROM. This ABC is a practical
guide to the commonly presenting arterial and venous disorders. It provides
up to date coverage of the diagnosis and investigation of the diseases, as
well as clinical management chapters and strategies for prevention of
complications. The slide set will augment the publication, providing medical
practitioners with useful slides for presentation as well as an invaluable
aid to teaching. The book is written especially for primary care practitioners.

Arterial and venous diseases comprise a large proportion of the conditions
seen by primary health care workers. This complete slide set should be an
invaluable tool for teaching purposes.

Portal Hypertension: Pathobiology, Evaluation, and Treatment (Clinical Gastroenterology) From Humana Press

Product Description

A cutting-edge review of the latest findings on key scientific topics and the best strategies for evaluation and management of portal hypertension in the clinic. Writing in an easy-to-read style, the authors review its pathobiology, the progress being made in its experimental understanding, the methodologies to assess it in humans, the treatment of its complications (esophageal varices, ascites, and hepatorenal syndrome), and its treatment in special circumstances (during pregnancy, in children, or when the portal vein is blocked). They also provide in-depth coverage of the pros and cons of the various therapeutic choices available to the clinician managing patients with complicated portal hypertension.
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* Amazon Sales Rank: #2841710 in Books
* Published on: 2005-05-11
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Hardcover
* 528 pages

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...truly insightful...the book beautifully builds upon the molecular and biological machinery into an enhanced clinical understanding of portal hypertension complete with the most up-to-date treatment options." - Practical Gastroenterology

"...provides exceptional reading material encompassing a broad range of topics on basic and clinical aspecgts of portal hypertension...strongly recommended to researchers, practicing physicians, trainees, and others with an interest in this subject." Weighted Numerical Score: 96 - 4 Stars! - Doody's Health Science Book Review Journal

"...the ideal guide for those who want to deal with the clinical problems of portal hypertension in a modern and effective way." - Digestive and Liver Disease

Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (Contemporary Cardiology) From Humana Press

Product Description

This updated and expanded edition of a much-praised classic survey comprehensively reviews the many innovations and changes that have occurred in the practice of minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS). The authors summarize the latest findings and results regarding such new techniques as robotic surgery, hybrid revascularization, the use of OPCAB in high-risk populations, and new less invasive surgical approaches to the treatment of atrial fibrillation. They also provide a medium term update on the current status of MICS in dealing with valvular and congenital heart disease and offer a more comprehensive understanding of procedures like mid-CABCs with longer term follow-up and randomized data to help tease out real benefits and limitations.
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* Amazon Sales Rank: #943637 in Books
* Published on: 2003-09-01
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Hardcover
* 496 pages

Editorial Reviews

Review
"This second edition begins with an overview of the pathophysiology of cardiopulmonary bypass and the endothelial injury that occurs during minimally invasive coronary artery bypass surgery. The remainder covers all aspects of minimally invasive bypass grafting, valvular, congenital, pericardial, arrhythmia, and robotic surgery. Every conceivable aspect of minimally invasive surgery, including quality of life and its economic impact, is included. The book pays particular attention to the available different technologies by devoting individual chapters to different companies and their advancements. This previous edition was published in 1999. . .All areas of clinically relevant minimally invasive techniques in cardiac surgery are thoroughly covered. New technologies that may still be considered experimental by some are sensibly and honestly reviewed here. The photographs of emerging technologies are extremely helpful to the reader, but many would be clearer and significantly improved by presenting them in color. . .This is a very important addition to the literature because it presents an update of a rapidly changing field. New technologies are covered extensively. This book stimulates the always-learning surgeon to become interested and involved in the cutting edge of cardiac surgery.ery."-Doody's Health Sciences Book Review Journal

Reviews of the First Edition:
"The strength of this book is the excellent quality of the contributors. It is also unique in that it not only covers present minimally invasive techniques, but provides the physiologic justification for their development, with excellent chapters on the pathophysiology of cardiopulmonary bypass and endothelial injury. There is also an excellent chapter comparing minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting with percutaneous interventions. . . There are also chapters looking into the future, particularly into alternative approaches to vascular anastomoses and device-supported myocardial revascularization. . .This is a superb contribution to the literature and is perhaps the most concise and comprehensive review of the field of MICS to date. It is must reading for surgeons interested in this field. "-4 Stars, Doody's Health Sciences Book Review Journal

"Mehmet Oz and Daniel Goldstein have succeeded in providing a timely review of an important new arena in cardiac surgery. . .The book is divided into 3 major sections. The 1st contains an excellent review of the pathophysiologic reactions to cardiac bypass, ischemia and reperfusion, and endothelial cell injury. . .In the 2nd section, the authors present a broad overview of subjects pertaining to less invasive approaches to coronary bypass grafting. . .The final section of the book explores the application of less-invasive approaches to valvular and congenital heart operations by means of limited sternal or thoracic incisions. . .Each contribution is authoritative, well-illustrated, and supported by clinically relevant patient information. . .We are indebted to Drs. Oz and Goldstein for providing this timely resource."-Texas Heart Institute Journal

Book Info
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Newark, NJ. Reviews the many innovations and changes in the practice of minimally invasive cardiac surgery. Summarizes latest findings and results regarding the use of robotic surgery, hybrid revascularization, and off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting. Previous edition: c1999. DNLM: Cardiac Surgical Procedures.

Inflammatory Atherosclerosis: Characteristics of the Injurious Agent by Richard J. Frin

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Amazon Sales Rank: #463787 in Books
Published on: 2002-11
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
111 pages
Editorial Reviews

Book Info
Text provides information on the nature and characteristics of the injurious agent through study of the gross and microscopic changes taking place in the coronary arteries of patients with and without clinical coronary disease. Characterized by agents to gain a deeper understanding of the processes involved. Includes high-quality color photographs.

Cardiac Reconstructions with Allograft Tissues by Richard A. Hopkins

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Cryopreserved allograft tissues are now standard materials for the reconstructive cardiac surgeon. Since publication of the first edition ("Cardiac Reconstructions with Allograft Valves") in 1989, the field has progressed dramatically with increased clinical use of cardiovascular allograft tissues, with the development of new surgical techniques, and with advances in the understanding of the fundamentals of valve transplantation biology and cryopreservation. As a result, over two-thirds of the present volume represents new material. Fifty-six authors bring their expertise to thirteen comprehensive, lavishly illustrated sections which discuss the principles of the use of homograft valves, major clinical series of homograft valves for both left and right ventricular outflow tracts, cryopreserved allograft tissue for cardiac reconstruction, cell biology of heart valve leaflets, cryobiology of heart valve preservation, morphological, biochemical, and explant pathology studies of allograft heart valves, allograft valve banking, as well as detailed explanation of surgical techniques for valve and root methods for left and right ventricular outflow tract reconstructions, the Ross operation and variants, and complex reconstructions. A final section presents potential future directions for the field. Over 400 illustrations, created expressly for this book, depict the surgical techniques from the perspective of the surgeon standing at the operating table. All surgeons performing pediatric and/or adult valve replacements and reconstructive cardiac surgeries will benefit from the described methods. Cardiothoracic residents and cardiologists will also find the text useful. It will provide the surgeon with an enhanced understanding of the biological and material properties of allografts and increased familiarity with the range of surgical techniques applicable for the use of these valves, particularly in the successful management of challenging cardiac reconstructions.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #857384 in Books
Published on: 2004-12-07
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
320 pages

Perioperative Critical Care Cardiology (Topics in Anaesthesia and Critical Care) From Springer

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In this book are discussed topics of particular importance to critical care cardiovascular diagnosis and management in the perioperative period. Chapter topics are the causes for heart failure; the pathophysiology of heart failure; coronary heart disease and ischemic preconditioning; hypertensive urgencies and emergencies; diagnosis of heart failure; preoperative cardiac risk assessment; hemodynamic monitoring in patients with heart failure; electrocardiography of heart failure - features and arrhythmias; pharmacologic management for patients with heart failure; devices for management of heart failure; pacemaker and internal cardioverter-defibrillator therapies; management of cardiopulmonary arrest; circulatory shock - anaphylactic, cardiogenic, haemorrhagic, septic; prevention and management of cardiac dysfunction during and after cardiac surgery; vasodilator therapy - systemic and pulmonary; and, thromboembolism and anticoagulation. This work represents an important update for anaesthesiologists, cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, emergency care physicians and intensivists caring for patients with acute, life-threatening cardiovascular afflictions.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #1657770 in Books
Published on: 2007-02-02
Number of items: 1
Binding: Paperback
282 pages
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Univ. of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Update for cardiologists, anesthesiologists, cardiac surgeons, and intensivists. Different aspects of cardiovascular dysfunction are presented, including diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment in the perioperative period. Softcover.

Color Atlas of Congenital Heart Surgery by S. Bert Litwin

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Color Atlas of Congenital Heart Surgery covers the full spectrum of congenital heart defects, first depicting the pathology in pre-repair photographs and then detailing step-by-step the operative procedure. Dr. Litwin depicts the most common procedures along with the most complex ones, providing a range of information vital to residents and fellows in training as well as clinicians in practice.

One of the key aspects of the utility and practicality of Color Atlas of Congenital Heart Surgery is the unique perspective of the operative photos. Using a special side-mounted flash, the author s photographs vividly capture the three dimensional spatial relations of congenital anomalies and surgical anatomy. Additionally, each illustration and photo is extensively labeled for clarity (indicating the patient s left, right, cephalad and caudad positions).

With over 100 new illustrations and many new procedures, the new edition of Color Atlas of Congenital Heart Surgery is both a textbook and an atlas, providing an indispensable reference for every surgeon, cardiologist, intensivist, or anesthetist who treats patients with congenital cardiac anomalies.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #1314270 in Books
Published on: 2007-06-12
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
480 pages