Current Issues In Cardiology

Addresses ten cardiac conditions and their management, including: anticoagulation and heart disease; antiplatelet therapy; drug therapy in acute myocardial infarction; heart failure; and, hypertension. It is intended for cardiologists and general physicians as a reference to the management of a variety of common heart conditions. Management of cardiac conditions is a rapidly changing field, with major research altering many of the accepted tenets of practice. The best current practice reflects the evidence of the international trials and its interpretation by experienced and respected workers. This book, written by leading specialists, addresses ten of the currently most discussed conditions and their management, including: anticoagulation and heart disease. antiplatelet therapy. management strategies in atrial fibrillation. drug therapy in acute myocardial infarction. heart failure. hypertension: the influence of age and pressure on treatment options. management of the post procedure patient. implementing management protocols for cardiovascular diseases. treatment of hyperlipidaemia in the absence and presence of asymptomatic coronary heart disease. assessment and treatment of cardiovascular risk and disease in women. Cardiologists and general physicians will find these concise, practical chapters of lasting value as a reference to the management of a wide variety of the most common heart conditions. This up to date text discussed the controversial aspects of treatment in specific cardiological conditions and suggests suitable approaches based on the latest thinking. Highly renowned specialists cover a wide range of cardiovascular problems including acute infarction, anticoagulation, hyperlipidaemia, mild hypertension, Atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and management of patients following cardiac surgery or intervention.