A dramatic revision to the classic text in cardiology. Spearheaded by dynamic lead author, Valentin Fuster, MD and a revamped editorial team, the new edition succeeds in integrating the latest advances in molecular cardiology with their day-to-day application in caring for the patient with heart disease. With over 50% new contributors, the amount of new material is unsurpassed in the literature. Highlights include: Expansion of molecular biology of blood vessels and myuocardium; Expansion of testing modalities especially related to MRI and PET; Increased emphasis on the management of heart failure; New information on the biology of coronary heart disease and the latest on its prevention, diagnosis, and treatment; New chapters on complementary and alternative treatments; New coverage of the cost-effectiveness of therapeutic strategies.
| ISBN-13: | 9780071356930 |
| ISBN-10: | 0071356932 |
| Publisher: | McGraw-Hill Medical Publishing Division |
| Publication date: | 2001 |
| Edition description: | 10th |
| Pages: | 2568 |
| Product dimensions: | Height: 10.75 Inches, Length: 3.5 Inches, Weight: 10.2735414092 Pounds, Width: 8 Inches |
| Author: | R. Wayne Alexander, Fuster Alexander |
| Language: | en |
| Binding: | Hardcover |
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