Full Description
A practice-oriented overview of pediatric cardiology
Enriched with the extensive experience of leading experts in this constantly evolving field, Pediatric Cardiology is a comprehensive reference that helps cardiologists stay up-to-date on important developments in the specialty. It includes basic principles, diagnostic strategies for specific diseases, and the newest interventional catheterization techniques, giving readers the tools to successfully manage all types of pediatric heart disease.
Key Features:
High-quality instructive graphs as well as over 400 color illustrations and 100 tables clarify concepts in the text
User-friendly organization facilitates the decision making process
Online access to more than 100 video clips on catheterization, EKG, and normal vs. diseased heart comparisons on the Thieme MediaCenter
Guidelines for treating neonates with cardiac disorders
Clearly explains echocardiography, including anatomical landmarks and typical findings
From the fundamentals to the latest advances in pediatric cardiology, this book provides the core information needed by cardiac surgeons and pediatric cardiologists treating patients with congenital as well as acquired heart disease. It is also essential for interventional cardiologists, cardiology fellows, and interventional radiologists who want to increase their knowledge and skills and offer optimal care to their patients.
Contents
Part I Basics and Diagnostics
1 Clinical History and Examination in Pediatric Cardiology
2 Electrocardiography
3 Echocardiography
4 Chest X-ray
5 Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Computed Tomography
6 Nuclear Medicine in Pediatric Cardiology
7 Pediatric Exercise Testing
8 Cardiac Catheterization
9 Electrophysiology Studies
Part II Leading Symptoms
10 Cyanosis
11 Cardiac Murmurs
12 Chest Pain
13 Palpitations
14 Syncope
Part III Syndromes
15 Congenital Heart Defects
16 Acquired Cardiac Diseases
17 Cardiomyopathies
18 Cardiac Arrhythmias
19 Heart Failure
20 Arterial Hypertension
21 Pulmonary Hypertension
22 Eisenmenger Syndrome
23 Syndromic Diseases with Cardiac Involvement
Part IV Treatment
24 Interventional Catheterization
25 Postoperative Pediatric Cardiac Treatment
26 Operations with Cardiopulmonary Bypass
27 Mechanical Circulatory Support Systems
28 Initial Treatment of Critically Ill Neonates with Cardiac Defects
29 Heart Transplantation
30 Vaccinations for Pediatric Patients with Cardiac Diseases
31 Pharmacological Treatment
Part V Appendix
32 Tables
