Clinical Topics In Cardiology

Cardiology is a sub-field of medicine concerned with the conditions of the heart and the circulatory system. This field encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease, congenital heart defects, valvular heart disease and heart failure, among others. The chief specializations in cardiology fall within the two domains of adult cardiology and pediatric cardiology. Within these specific fields, there exist sub-specialties such as cardiac electrophysiology, echocardiography, cardiogeriatrics, pulmonary atresia, Ebstein anomaly, tetralogy of Fallot, etc. The heart is the center of focus in cardiology. Any patient with chest pain or any symptom suggestive of cardiovascular pathology will undergo a cardiac examination, which follows the stages of inspection, palpation and auscultation. This book covers in detail some existing theories and innovative concepts revolving around cardiology. The various sub-fields along with technological progress that have future implications are glanced at herein. For someone with an interest and eye for detail, this book covers the most significant topics in the field of cardiology.

Key Clinical Topics in Cardiology presents a brand new addition to the Key Clinical Topics series. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the subject, comprising over 60 carefully selected topics in alpha order that together provide an extensive understanding of the management of cardiovascular disorders. This collection of highly practical guides systematically addresses management techniques for a large number of clinical settings. Edited by experienced specialists, with contributions from consultants who have recognised expertise in their field, this book provides an authoritative and up-to-date guide on cardiovascular medicine. Designed to enable rapid access to core information, KCT Cardiology offers effective exam revision and the ideal quick reference for day-to-day practice. Key points Over 60 topics presented in alpha order, from acute advanced life support to tumours Effective exam revision for postgraduate trainees in cardiology preparing for certification Succinct coverage of cardiac treatment modalities and complications Includes clinical photos and diagrams to improve understanding of concepts Contributions from experienced specialists to ensure authoritative, accurate content

This book presents and describes a series of informative clinical cases with the aim of providing the reader with a clear understanding of the most frequent and challenging scenarios that a cardiologist may face during daily clinical practice. All major topics in modern clinical cardiology are addressed, including acute ischemic heart disease, conditions that mimic ischemic heart disease, heart failure and resynchronization therapy, cardiomyopathy, valvular heart disease, arrhythmias and channelopathies. Guidance is provided on imaging techniques and their interpretation, patient management taking into account potential comorbidities and follow-up appropriate to the clinical circumstances. The paradigmatic clinical cases in this book will serve as a sound basis for learning for medical students, residents and others wishing to meet successfully the challenges posed by cardiac disease. In addition, the book will be a very useful reference for the more experienced cardiologist.

This concise guide presents medical students and trainees with the basic principles of clinical cardiology and discusses common heart problems encountered by clinicians. Each chapter examines the diagnosis and management of a common cardiac condition, with some less common topics also covered, including cardiac tumours, stem cell therapy and the application of genetics and genomics to cardiovascular diseases. Separate chapters discuss corrective therapies such as heart transplant and artificial pace makers. Authored by a recognised cardiologist from Chicago, USA, this review is written in easy to understand language and includes more than 100 images and illustrations, making it highly useful for medical students and trainees in their exam preparation. Key points Concise guide to clinical cardiology for medical students and trainees Easy to understand language assisting exam preparation Examines common and less common cardiovascular conditions Corrective therapies also discussed Authored by recognised cardiologist from Chicago, USA Includes more than 100 images and illustrations

This book is a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac diseases, for clinicians and trainees. Divided into 14 sections, each one covers a different type of heart disease and is further subdivided to explain the management of more specific disorders within the same disease group. Complete sections are dedicated to diagnostic investigation and imaging techniques including electrocardiography, chest X-ray, and echocardiography. The text is further enhanced by more than 370 clinical images, flowcharts and tables to assist learning and provide quick reference to key facts. Key points Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of cardiac diseases Covers many different types of heart disorder Provides thorough discussion on diagnostic imaging and investigation techniques Highly illustrated with more than 370 clinical images, flowcharts and tables

This book comprehensively covers a range of pathological cases in clinical cardiology. Chapters are case focused and detail how a patient is diagnosed and treated in a step-by-step format. A range of engaging video clips enhances the reader’s appreciation and understanding of how to apply these techniques into their day-to-day clinical practice with special focus on congenital heart disease diagnosis and management. Case-Based Clinical Cardiology presents a range of clinical scenarios across all cardiology disciplines with a particular focus on echocardiography, electrocardiography and cardiac catheterization. Therefore, it is an ideal resource for both the novice and experienced cardiology practitioner seeking an up-to-date selection of cases to test their knowledge.

Providing a complete but succinct overview of the information cardiologists and cardiology trainees need to have at their fingertips, Practical Cardiovascular Medicine, Second Edition is an everyday primary guide to the specialty. Provides cardiologists with a thorough and up-to-date review of cardiology, from pathophysiology to practical, evidence-based management Ably synthesizes pathophysiology fundamentals and evidence-based approaches to prepare a physician for a subspecialty career in cardiology Clinical chapters cover coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valvular disorders, pericardial disorders, congenital heart disease, and peripheral arterial disease Practical chapters address ECG, coronary angiography, catheterization techniques, echocardiography, hemodynamics, and electrophysiological testing Includes over 730 figures, key notes boxes, references for further study, and coverage of clinical trials Review questions help clarify topics and can be used for Board preparation - over 650 questions in all The Second Edition has been comprehensively updated with the newest data and with both the American and European guidelines. More specifically, 20 clinical chapters have been rewritten and extensively revised. Procedural chapters have been enhanced with additional concepts and illustrations, particularly the hemodynamic and catheterization chapters. Clinical questions have been revamped, new questions have been added, including a new, 259-question section at the end of the book. Practical Cardiovascular Medicine, Second Edition is an ideal reference for the resident, fellow, cardiologist, and any professional treating patients with cardiovascular disease.

In order to provide the latest and most sophisticated treatment, cardiology physicians must possess current knowledge of a vast amount of translational research in the pathophysiology of structural heart disease and its associated disorders as well as recent advances in diagnostic techniques and pharacogenic and interventional therapies. Topics in Structural Heart Disease provides expert reviews and assessment of the most recent clinical research and on current trends in evaluation, diagnosis, and clinical management. Reviews include assessment of emerging data and indications of likely key advances with significant impact on clinical practice in the near future. This volume is a must-have for every cardiologist needing to be fully current on recent advances in structural heart disease and its associated disorders. About the Series Developed by expert faculty at the Cornell Division of Cardiology, the Emerging Concepts in Cardiology series edited by Craig T. Basson and Bruce B. Lerman, provides "state of the art" reviews of each topic from a clinical perspective, with expert analysis of current clinical research and emerging basic and traditional research issues all in concise, attractive and well-illustrated texts.

Performedin the cardiac catheterization laboratory is also included in this section. The next section deals with all aspects of cardiac surgery. Surgery for ischemic heart disease, valve surgery, aortic surgery, robotically assisted cardiac surgery, surgery for congenital heart disease and cardiac transplantation are covered by well-known experts. The last section points to expected refinements and future developments in cardiology, such as stem cell therapy, newer thrombolytics, new frontiers in balloon valvotomy and cardiac transplantation and artificial hearts. This book includes more than 300 full coloured images and illustration. It can be used as a reference book in every library, hospitals, medical colleges and research institutions.