Full Description
Using an evidence-based approach, the authors present a detailed overview of the syndrome of heart failure. They examine the causes, pathophysiology, investigation, diagnosis, and treatment (pharmacological and non-pharmacological) with emphasis on recently-published studies. Chapters focus on antiarrhythmic and antithrombotic therapy, beta blockers and inotropes, and other vasodilators such as nitrates and calcium channel blockers. The book is fully illustrated throughout with color photographs and radiographic, electrocardiogram, and echocardiogram images. It will be of interest to cardiologists and general physicians in training, general practitioners, cardiac technicians and nurses, and medical students.
Contents
EpidemiologyClinical FeaturesPathogenesisInvestigationsDrugs Affecting the Renin-Agiotensin-Aldosterone System & DiureticsBeta blockers and InotropesOther Vasodilators: Nitrates and Calcium Channel BlockersAntiarrhythmic and Antithrombotic Therapy in Heart FailureNon Pharmacological Therapies for Heart FailureHeart Failure in Primary CareThe Future of Heart Failure Management
