Hurst's the Heart, Volume 1Valentin Fuster 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. |
Contents
Contributors | 1474 |
Preface | 1485 |
MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION | 1502 |
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