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Multimodality Imaging in Cardiac Interventions

Author : Anitha Varghese
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9781447149804
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (498 download)

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Book Synopsis Multimodality Imaging in Cardiac Interventions by : Anitha Varghese

Download or read book Multimodality Imaging in Cardiac Interventions written by Anitha Varghese and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-01-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Multimodality cardiovascular imaging is essential for interventional cardiac procedures and both fields are evolving rapidly. Multimodality Imaging in Cardiac Interventions captures the current state of clinical utility and provides a unique visual aide for teaching, training, and education. The editors have brought together a variety of leading experts from across the United Kingdom to guide the interested viewer in the indications and practicalities of state-of-the-art techniques. This book visually demonstrates the indications and methodology involved in several important cardiac interventions that rely heavily on multimodality cardiovascular imaging for their success. Chapters cover topics such as transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), device closure of paravalvular leaks in the mitral and aortic positions, and the adjunctive use of computed tomographic angiography in percutaneous coronary intervention. Visual simplicity in combination with excellent narration from experts in the field results in a unique up-to-date educational tool. This book will appeal to a wide range of professionals from clinicians to potential patients and the medical press interested in learning about important advances in cardiovascular medicine.

Multimodality Imaging

Author : Qifa Zhou
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9789811063084
Total Pages : 273 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (63 download)

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Download or read book Multimodality Imaging written by Qifa Zhou and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a state-of-the-art overview of the combined use of imaging modalities to obtain important functional and morphological information on intravascular disease and enhance disease detection. It discusses the integration of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS, intravascular optical coherence tomography (OCT), intravascular photoacoustic imaging (IVPA) and acoustic radiation force optical coherence elastography (ARF-OCE), and introduces the integration of multimodality imaging systems, such as IR and florescence. It includes the latest research advances and numerous imaging photos to offer readers insights into current intravascular applications. It is a valuable resource for students, scientists and physicians wanting to gain a deeper understanding of multimodality imaging tools.

Echocardiography in Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease

Author : Wyman W. Lai
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118337255
Total Pages : 1618 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (183 download)

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Book Synopsis Echocardiography in Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease by : Wyman W. Lai

Download or read book Echocardiography in Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease written by Wyman W. Lai and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-01-03 with total page 1618 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Echocardiography is essential in the practice of pediatric cardiology. A clinical pediatric cardiologist is expected to be adept at the non-invasive diagnosis of congenital heart disease and those who plan to specialize in echocardiography will need to have knowledge of advanced techniques. Echocardiography in Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease addresses the needs of trainees and practitioners in this field, filling a void caused by the lack of material in this fast-growing area. This new title comprehensively covers the echocardiographic assessment of congenital heart disease, from the fetus to the adult, plus acquired heart disease in children. Topics covered include: ultrasound physics laboratory set-up a protocol for a standard pediatric echocardiogram quantitative methods of echocardiographic evaluation, including assessment of diastolic function in depth coverage of congenital cardiovascular malformations acquired pediatric heart disease topics of special interest, such as 3D echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography, and fetal echocardiography The approach of this book is a major advancement for educational materials in the field of pediatric cardiology, and greatly enhances the experience for the reader. An accompanying DVD with moving images of the subjects covered in the textbook will further enhance the learning experience.

Three-dimensional Echocardiography

Author : Navin Chandar Nanda
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781416042822
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (428 download)

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Download or read book Three-dimensional Echocardiography written by Navin Chandar Nanda and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Structural Heart Disease Interventions

Author : John D. Carroll
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN 13 : 1451153961
Total Pages : 815 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (511 download)

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Book Synopsis Structural Heart Disease Interventions by : John D. Carroll

Download or read book Structural Heart Disease Interventions written by John D. Carroll and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2012-11-05 with total page 815 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Structural heart disease interventions are a diverse group of novel treatments that have evolved from a small number of procedures to an impressive array of new approaches to diseases that have been traditionally managed by surgery and medical therapy. This book has been prepared for use by physicians and non-physicians who have an interest in SHD interventions and desire a practical, comprehensive, and clinical summary of established and emerging percutaneous interventions. The chapters are authored by recognized experts from around the world. There are five major sections including: 1) Core Knowledge in SHD Intervention 2) Specialized Skills for the Interventionalist 3) Closure of Congenital and Acquired Defects in Adults 4) Transcatheter Therapy for Valvular Disease 5) Specialized Procedures Features Include: Extensive images to present anatomical complexities and diversity including some interactive 3-D graphics Presentation of transcatheter mitral valve repair Chapter on how to set up & credential a SHD program

Intracardiac Echocardiography

Author : Frank E. Silvestry
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1000144488
Total Pages : 180 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (1 download)

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Book Synopsis Intracardiac Echocardiography by : Frank E. Silvestry

Download or read book Intracardiac Echocardiography written by Frank E. Silvestry and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2021-09-02 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Intracardiac Echocardiography is the first echocardiographic textbook of its kind to specifically cover ICE. Discussing all aspects of intracardiac ultrasound, it allows readers to perfect ICE image acquisition and helps to guide interpretation of this information during interventional and electrophysiologic procedures. Unique and informative, the text explores: introductory echo physics currently available intracardiac ultrasound systems basic image acquisition the role of ICE in both the interventional and electrophysiology laboratory, as well as in the diagnostic setting. Featuring expert commentary by leaders in the field, the book also includes high quality echocardiographic images illustrating how ICE is used in a wide variety of procedures such as transseptal catheterization, PFO and ASD closure, atrial fibrillation ablation procedures, and many others.

Image Processing for Automated Diagnosis of Cardiac Diseases

Author : Kalpana Chauhan
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0323850650
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (238 download)

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Book Synopsis Image Processing for Automated Diagnosis of Cardiac Diseases by : Kalpana Chauhan

Download or read book Image Processing for Automated Diagnosis of Cardiac Diseases written by Kalpana Chauhan and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2021-07-13 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Image Processing for Automated Diagnosis of Cardiac Diseases highlights current and emerging technologies for the automated diagnosis of cardiac diseases. It presents concepts and practical algorithms, including techniques for the automated diagnosis of organs in motion using image processing. This book is suitable for biomedical engineering researchers, engineers and scientists in research and development, and clinicians who want to learn more about and develop advanced concepts in image processing to overcome the challenges of automated diagnosis of heart disease. - Includes advanced techniques to improve diagnostic methods for various cardiac diseases - Uses methods to improve the existing diagnostic features of echocardiographic machines - Develops new diagnostic features for echocardiographic machines

Image-Guided Interventions E-Book

Author : Kenneth R. Thomson
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323612059
Total Pages : 1193 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (236 download)

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Book Synopsis Image-Guided Interventions E-Book by : Kenneth R. Thomson

Download or read book Image-Guided Interventions E-Book written by Kenneth R. Thomson and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2020-03-13 with total page 1193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Completely revised to reflect recent, rapid changes in the field of interventional radiology (IR), Image-Guided Interventions, 3rd Edition, offers comprehensive, narrative coverage of vascular and nonvascular interventional imaging—ideal for IR subspecialists as well as residents and fellows in IR. This award-winning title provides clear guidance from global experts, helping you formulate effective treatment strategies, communicate with patients, avoid complications, and put today's newest technology to work in your practice. - Offers step-by-step instructions on a comprehensive range of image-guided intervention techniques, including discussions of equipment, contrast agents, pharmacologic agents, antiplatelet agents, and classic signs, as well as detailed protocols, algorithms, and SIR guidelines. - Includes new chapters on Patient Preparation, Prostate Artery Embolization, Management of Acute Aortic Syndrome, Percutaneous Arterial Venous Fistula Creation, Lymphatic Interventions, Spinal and Paraspinal Nerve Blocks, and more. - Employs a newly streamlined format with shorter, more digestible chapters for quicker reference. - Integrates new patient care and communication tips throughout to address recent changes in practice. - Highlights indications and contraindications for interventional procedures, and provides tables listing the materials and instruments required for each. - Features more than 2,300 state-of-the-art images demonstrating IR procedures, full-color illustrations of anatomical structures and landmarks, and video demonstrations online. - 2014 BMA Medical Book Awards Highly Commended in Radiology category!

Thoracic Aortic Diseases

Author : Hervé Rousseau
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3540383093
Total Pages : 373 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (43 download)

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Download or read book Thoracic Aortic Diseases written by Hervé Rousseau and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2006-10-05 with total page 373 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides information on the acquired and genetic basis of aortic diseases as well as giving a global perspective on therapeutic alternatives. The new concept of a team approach with surgeons working together with both interventional radiologists and specialists to repair the aorta is the trademark of this book. New material and new viewpoints are provided to practicing physicians in this modern approach to the treatment of disorders of the aorta.

Multimodality Imaging in Cardiac Interventions

Author : Anitha Varghese
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9781447149828
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (498 download)

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Book Synopsis Multimodality Imaging in Cardiac Interventions by : Anitha Varghese

Download or read book Multimodality Imaging in Cardiac Interventions written by Anitha Varghese and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-01-06 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Multimodality cardiovascular imaging is essential for interventional cardiac procedures and both fields are evolving rapidly. Multimodality Imaging in Cardiac Interventions captures the current state of clinical utility and provides a unique visual aide for teaching, training, and education. The editors have brought together a variety of leading experts from across the United Kingdom to guide the interested viewer in the indications and practicalities of state-of-the-art techniques. This book visually demonstrates the indications and methodology involved in several important cardiac interventions that rely heavily on multimodality cardiovascular imaging for their success. Chapters cover topics such as transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), device closure of paravalvular leaks in the mitral and aortic positions, and the adjunctive use of computed tomographic angiography in percutaneous coronary intervention. Visual simplicity in combination with excellent narration from experts in the field results in a unique up-to-date educational tool. This book will appeal to a wide range of professionals from clinicians to potential patients and the medical press interested in learning about important advances in cardiovascular medicine.

Multimodality Imaging for Cardiac Valvular Interventions, Volume 1 Aortic Valve

Author : Francesco Maisano
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030275841
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (32 download)

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Book Synopsis Multimodality Imaging for Cardiac Valvular Interventions, Volume 1 Aortic Valve by : Francesco Maisano

Download or read book Multimodality Imaging for Cardiac Valvular Interventions, Volume 1 Aortic Valve written by Francesco Maisano and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-02-10 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a practically applicable guide to the use of multimodality imaging for managing aortic valve disorders. Details of how to successfully diagnose a range of aortic valve diseases is presented, with detailed information covered on the techniques and relevant criteria for pre-operative screening, surgical and transcatheter planning, intraprocedural imaging and related postoperative follow-up. Multimodality Imaging for Cardiac Valvular Interventions, Volume 1 Aortic Valve: From Diagnosis to Decision-Making enables the reader to develop a thorough understanding and confidence of how to make appropriate clinical decisions when confronted by a range of aortic valve diseases. It is therefore a key resource for practicing cardiac imagers, cardiologists and interventional cardiologists who encounter these patients in their day-to-day clinical practice and trainees in cardiology seeking insight on the appropriate management of these patients.

Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Author : Michael A. Gatzoulis
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 140514453X
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (51 download)

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Book Synopsis Adult Congenital Heart Disease by : Michael A. Gatzoulis

Download or read book Adult Congenital Heart Disease written by Michael A. Gatzoulis and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Congenital heart disease with its worldwide incidence of 1% is themost common inborn defect. Increasingly, patients are living intoadulthood, with ongoing congenital heart and other medical needs.Sadly, only a small minority have specialist follow-up. However,all patients see their family doctor and may also seek advice fromother health professionals. This practical guide with its straightforward a,b,c approach iswritten for those professionals. Special features of this book: • Introduces the principles of congenital heart diseaseand tells you whom and when to refer for specialist care • Discusses common congenital heart lesions in a practical,easy-to-follow way, with an emphasis on diagnosis and managementissues • Includes an extensive chapter on 'Pregnancy andContraception' (by Philip J. Steer), essential both for familyplanning and for managing safely the pregnant woman with congenitalheart disease • Includes chapters on non-cardiac surgery and lifestyleissues such as work, insurability, travel and driving • Provides invaluable information on dealing with commonemergencies; what to do and what not to do With a wealth of illustrations (including diagrams, EKGs, CXRs,Echos and cardiac MRIs) and with key point tables, this is anessential guide for all health care professionals managing patientswith adult congenital heart disease.

Advances in Clinical Cardiovascular Imaging, Echocardiography & Interventions

Author : HK Chopra
Publisher : Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
ISBN 13 : 935270696X
Total Pages : 1373 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (527 download)

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Book Synopsis Advances in Clinical Cardiovascular Imaging, Echocardiography & Interventions by : HK Chopra

Download or read book Advances in Clinical Cardiovascular Imaging, Echocardiography & Interventions written by HK Chopra and published by Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers. This book was released on 2019-02-28 with total page 1373 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SECTION 1: BASICS 1. Basics of Cardiac Computed Tomography 2. Basics of Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging 3. New Cardiac Cameras: Single-photon Emission Computed Tomography and Positron Emission Tomography SECTION 2: HYPERTENSION 4. Left Ventricular Hypertrophy Evaluation by Echocardiography in Hypertension 5. Left Atrial Volume Index Evaluation by Echocardiography in Hypertension 6. Advances in Diastology by Echocardiography in Hypertension 7. Advances in Left Atrial Strain Evaluation by Echocardiography in Hypertension 8. Sequential ABPM Navigation Imaging in Hypertension 9. Echocardiographic Evaluation in Hypertension: Diagnostic, Prognostic, and Therapeutic Implications 10. Beta-blocker Effect and Outcome Evaluation by Echocardiography in Hypertension 11. Statin Effect and Outcome Evaluation by Echocardiography 12. ARNIs Effect and Outcome Evaluation by Echocardiography in Hypertension 13. Left Ventricular Hypertrophy and Left Ventricular Mass Index Evaluation by 3D Echocardiography in Hypertension 14. Validation of Chlorthalidone Efficacy and Outcome by Echocardiographic Variables 15. Secondary Hypertension Evaluation: Multimodality Imaging SECTION 3: HEART FAILURE 16. Biomarkers Imaging in Heart Failure 17. Advances in Systolic Heart Failure Evaluation by Echocardiography 18. Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Ischemic Heart Failure 19. Role of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Nonischemic Cardiomyopathy 20. Echocardiography-guided b-blocker Therapy in Heart Failure 21. Diuretics Effect and Outcome Evaluation in Heart Failure by Echocardiography 22. Device Intervention in Heart Failure 23. Radionuclide Imaging of Cardiac Autonomic Innervation: MIBG 24. Cardiac Radionuclide Imaging to Assess Patients with Heart Failure SECTION 4: ST-ELEVATION MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION AND CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE 25. Biomarkers Imaging in ST-elevation Myocardial Infarction 26. Electrocardiography Imaging in ST-elevation Myocardial Infarction 27. Advances in Echocardiographic Navigation of STEMI Complications 28. Coronary Artery Disease and Advances in Intravascular Ultrasound Imaging 29. Vulnerable Plaque Imaging in Acute Coronary Syndrome: When to Intervene? 30. ST-elevation Myocardial Infarction and Advances in Optical Coherence Tomography 31. Role of OCT in the Subset of CAD Postpercutaneous Coronary Intervention and Postcoronary Artery Bypass Graft 32. Acute Coronary Syndrome: Bifurcation Lesion, Imaging, and Intervention Advances 33. Quantitative Assessment of Myocardial Blood Flow and Fractional Flow Reserve and their Clinical Applications 34. ACS Coronary Intervention and Imaging: Recent Advances--Optical Coherence Tomography 35. Advances in CT Coronary Angiography in Evaluation of CAD 36. TNK Effect and Outcome Evaluation in STEMI by Echocardiography 37. Prognosis and Risk Outcome by Echocardiography in AMI Patients Post-thrombolysis 38. TNK Effect and Outcome Evaluation in STEMI by Coronary Angiography 39. Thrombolytic Therapy Effect/Outcome Evaluation by Intravascular Ultrasound 40. Role of Myocardial Perfusion Imaging in Patients of Chronic Stable Angina 41. STEMI Intervention: Femoral versus Radial by Conventional Coronary Angiography 42. ARBs, ACEIs Effect and Outcome Evaluation in STEMI by Echocardiography 43. Beta Blockers Effect and Outcome Evaluation in STEMI by Echocardiography 44. Post-PCI Effect and Evaluation in STEMI by Echocardiography 45. Coronary Artery Disease Evaluation by Coronary Doppler Imaging 46. Dobutamine Stress Echocardiography in Assessment of Myocardial Viability 47. Assessment of Myocardial Viability: Advantag

Dilated Cardiomyopathy

Author : Gianfranco Sinagra
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 303013864X
Total Pages : 239 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (31 download)

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Download or read book Dilated Cardiomyopathy written by Gianfranco Sinagra and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-05-17 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This open access book presents a comprehensive overview of dilated cardiomyopathy, providing readers with practical guidelines for its clinical management. The first part of the book analyzes in detail the disease’s pathophysiology, its diagnostic work up as well as the prognostic stratification, and illustrates the role of genetics and gene-environment interaction. The second part presents current and future treatment options, highlighting the importance of long-term and individualized treatments and follow-up. Furthermore, it discusses open issues, such as the apparent healing phenomenon, the early prognosis of arrhythmic events or the use of genetic testing in clinical practice. Offering a multidisciplinary approach for optimizing the clinical management of DCM, this book is an invaluable aid not only for the clinical cardiologists, but for all physicians involved in the care of this challenging disease.

CT and MRI in Congenital Heart Diseases

Author : Ramiah Rajeshkannan
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 9811567557
Total Pages : 584 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (115 download)

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Book Synopsis CT and MRI in Congenital Heart Diseases by : Ramiah Rajeshkannan

Download or read book CT and MRI in Congenital Heart Diseases written by Ramiah Rajeshkannan and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-12-18 with total page 584 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book covers the cross-sectional imaging of congenital heart diseases, and features a wealth of relevant CT and MRI images. Important details concerning anatomy, physiology, embryology and management options are discussed, and the key technical aspects of performing the imaging are explained step by step. Written by a team of respected authors, the book is richly illustrated and supplemented with access to a number of clinical videos. Intended to provide quick and reliable access to high-quality MRI and CT images of frequently encountered congenital and structural heart abnormalities, the book offers a go-to guide for imaging physicians, helping them overcome the steep learning curve for pediatric cardiac imaging.

Multimodality Imaging in Cardiovascular Medicine

Author : Christopher M. Kramer, MD
Publisher : Demos Medical Publishing
ISBN 13 : 161705013X
Total Pages : 360 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (17 download)

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Book Synopsis Multimodality Imaging in Cardiovascular Medicine by : Christopher M. Kramer, MD

Download or read book Multimodality Imaging in Cardiovascular Medicine written by Christopher M. Kramer, MD and published by Demos Medical Publishing. This book was released on 2010-10-19 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Doody's Core Title 2012 New applications of echocardiography, nuclear magnetic resonance, cardiovascular magnetic resonance, and cardiac computed tomography are rapidly developing and it is imperative that trainees and practitioners alike remain up to date in the latest developments. It is becoming increasingly difficult to remain abreast of these advances in each individual modality and thus it is no longer practical to focus on one at a time. In addition, training guidelines are changing and multimodality training has become the norm. Multimodality Imaging in Cardiovascular Medicine presents a clear and in-depth review of the available technologies and evidence supporting their appropriate clinical applications. Hundreds of outstanding images are included to support and augment the discussions from the leading experts in each modality. For maximum clinical value, rather than organize the content by imaging modality, the book is organized by disease so that the reader can utilize the book in real-time problem solving and decision making in daily clinical practice. Features of Multimodality Imaging in Cardiovascular Medicine Include More than 350 multimodality imaging examples of cardiovascular pathophysiology Corresponding text places the images into context at the interface with patient care State-of-the-art chapters contributed by the leading imaging experts

Myocardial Viability

Author : Vasken Dilsizian
Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell
ISBN 13 : 9780879934378
Total Pages : 448 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (343 download)

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Book Synopsis Myocardial Viability by : Vasken Dilsizian

Download or read book Myocardial Viability written by Vasken Dilsizian and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 2000-02-10 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Despite remarkable advances in the understanding and management of impaired left ventricular function (LVF) and related coronary disease, the prevalence of heart failure in the U.S. and the resulting death rates have almost tripled in the past 3 decades. New understanding of the relationships between the myocardium and LVF demonstrate a direct correlation between myocardial viability and improved patient survival. Because of this, myocardial viability is now a major investigative area in contemporary cardiology, one that holds significant clinical and prognostic relevance. Authored by physicians of international renown, the book brings together various disciplines affecting myocardial viability, with five main sections providing an introduction and comprehensive review of: basic concepts and mechanisms; vascular biology and cellular physiology; advances in functional imaging; and perfusion, metabolism and cell membrane integrity. New concepts, such as stunning and hibernation, are clarified, and subsequent novel diagnostic and therapeutic strategies are described. New and sophisticated examination techniques are also presented, as well as advances in instrumentation and imaging techniques, which may result in improved use of resources and enhanced efficiency of health care delivery. This monograph will serve as a reference source for those interested in the field of myocardial viability, and hopefully improve understanding between investigators from various disciplines. Clinical cardiologists, physicians, and nurses in the field, as well as radiologists, vascular surgeons, reperfusionists, cellular biologists and physiologists, and students will all find material of interest in this book.