Description
Significant biological differences exist between men and women that contribute to sex-specific differences in cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, pathophysiology, presentation, response to therapy, and prognosis. It is essential for clinicians to be cognizant of these sex-specific differences in order to reduce the disparity in diagnosis and management of cardiovascular diseases in both genders.Sex Differences in Cardiac Disease provides a timely review of the contemporary data on these sex-specific differences in pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic evaluation, and management of cardiovascular diseases that fills a void for clinicians in practice and training. With contributions from renowned experts in the field and guideline writers, the text provides a state-of-the-art review of each topic encompassing the full spectrum of CVD in men and women. Sex-specific guideline-based recommendations are highlighted when available. Tailored to meet the needs of the busy clinicians and researchers, this text provides concise practical data to care for men and women at risk for or with CVD. The book serves as an essential resource for researchers, cardiologists, obstetricians, gynecologists, internists, family practitioners, nurse practitioners and physician assistants, and respective trainees who treat men and women with CVD.- Provides a comprehensive state-of-the-art text written by internationally renowned experts in the field of CVD disease, serving as an indispensable resource for clinicians and researchers- Enables the reader to understand the sexual dimorphism in the pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and outcomes of the full spectrum of cardiovascular issues including ischemic heart disease, valvular disorders, arrhythmias, and heart failure- Provides a concise evidence-based practical review of medical topics, with key points and eye-catching visual infographics to meet the needs of the busy clinicians, policy makers and researchers
Table of Contents
Section I. Introduction 1. Introduction: Past, Present, and Future of Heart Disease in Men and WomenSection II: Epidemiology and Prevalence 2. Epidemiology and Prevalence Section III: Ischemic Heart Disease 3. Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease 4. Acute Coronary Syndrome 5. Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection 6. Interventions in Ischemic Heart Disease 7. Stable Ischemic Heart Disease 8. Coronary Microvascular Dysfunction 9. Myocardial Infarction with Nonobstructive Coronary Disease Section IV: Heart Failure 10. Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction 11. Heart failure with Preserved Ejection fraction 12. Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension 13. Takotsubo Syndrome 14. Peripartum Cardiomyopathy Section V: Valvular Heart Disease 15. Valvular Heart Disease Section VI: Arrhythmias 16. Atrial Fibrillation 17. Ventricular Arrhythmias 18. Role of ICD and CRT Section VII: Vascular Disease 19. Peripheral Arterial Disease Section VIII: Congenital Heart Disease 20. Congenital Heart Disease Section IX: Pregnancy-Related Heart Disease 21. Pregnancy and Cardiovascular Disease 22. Unique Features of Cardiovascular Pharmacology in Pregnancy and Lactation Section X: Cardiac Disorders Unique or More Specific to Women 23. CardioRheumatology 24. CardioOncology 25. Sex Hormones and Their Impact on Cardiovascular Health Section XI: Psychological Health in CVD 26. Psychosocial Issues in Cardiovascular Disease Section XII: Pharmacotherapy Considerations in Men and Women 27. Cardiovascular Medications Section XIII: Current Challenges, Opportunities and Next Steps for Clinicians 28. Disparity in Care Across the CVD Spectrum 29. Women's Heart Programs
