Cardiovascular Health and Disease in Women

Cardiovascular Health and Disease in Women
ISBN-10
0721694306
ISBN-13
9780721694306
Category
Medical / Cardiology
Pages
545
Language
English
Published
2002
Publisher
W. B. Saunders
Author
Pamela S. Douglas

Description

This practical resource takes a close look at an emerging issue in woman's health-the gender difference in cardiovascular disease. Health care providers involved in the care of female patients can rely on this extraordinary reference for the latest coverage of cardiovascular health and disease. The new 2nd edition features an expanded scope that offers more information on patient care approaches, risk factors, hormones and CAD, and more. New chapters cover hot topics such as estrogen, diet and nutrition, first- and second-degree prevention strategies, managing CAD, and acute coronary syndromes.

  • Comprehensive coverage of each subject provides a complete view of ALL the facets related to cardiovascular health and disease
  • A practical, user-friendly layout makes this an essential desk reference
  • Covers ALL the latest research and developments in cardiology to date
  • A much broader scope presents more information on patient care, risk factors, hormones and CAD, and clinical manifestations of CAD.
  • New authors bring an up-to-date perspective to material that focuses on their areas of expertise.
  • New chapters provide the latest information on hot topics, including:
  • Nutrition, Antioxidants and Inflammation
    • Primary Prevention in Women
    Lessons from Human Trials
    Management of Chronic Stable Angina
    Acute Coronary Syndromes
    Angiography and Angioplasty
    Coronary Artery Surgery
    Implementation Strategies for Secondary Prevention
    Syndrome X and Coronary Vascular Resistance
    Normal Cardiovascular Physiology
  • Updates and new information have been incorporated throughout, and substantial revisions have been made to chapters on:
  • Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity
    • Smoking
    Clotting and Thrombosis
    Physical Activity
    Lessons from Animal Models
    Prescribing HRT
    Diagnostic Testing
    Valvular Heart Disease
    CHF and Myocardial Dysfunction
    Stroke and PVD
    Preexisting Heart Disease
    Diagnostic and Therapeutic Strategies
  • Expanded discussions of estrogen address both the underlying science and clinical applications for practice
  • Strategies for first- and second-degree prevention of disease offer a proactive approach to treatment and patient care

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