Published September, 2010
By Peter R. Kowey and Gan-Xin Yan
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press Inc.)
Series: Contemporary Cardiology
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The first edition of Management of Cardiac Arrhythmias, published over ten years ago, has served clinicians not only as a practical guide to cardiac arrhythmias, but also as a comprehensive reference source.

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Published August, 2010
By Peter P. Toth, Christopher P. Cannon and Peter Toth
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press)
Series: Contemporary Cardiology
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This authoritative reference provides comprehensive coverage of cardiovascular disease. Each chapter is complete with algorithms, case studies, and recommendations on evidence-based practice, and are designed to help busy practitioners perform assessments, initiate and guide efficacious therapy.

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Published June, 2010
By Jose Marin-Garcia
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press Inc.)
Series: Contemporary Cardiology
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Heart Failure (HF) is the final and common pathway of all cardiovascular diseases. An authoritative contribution to the field, this book provides a detailed description of new findings and emerging methodologies, as well as a critical clinical evaluation of the complex HF syndrome and future therapies.

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Published March, 2010
By Morteza Naghavi
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press Inc.)
Series: Contemporary Cardiology
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Despite recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment of symptomatic atherosclerosis, available traditional screening methods for early detection and treatment of asymptomatic coronary artery disease are grossly insufficient and fail to identify the majority of victims prior to the onset of a life-threatening event.

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Published November, 2009
By A. Michael Lincoff and Arman T. Askari
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press Inc.)
Series: Contemporary Cardiology
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Written by experts in the field, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the pathophysiology, including the genetics, of arterial and venous thrombosis. It also presents the evidence demonstrating the efficacy of available antithrombotic therapies.

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Published November, 2009
By William H. Maisel and Daniel B. Kramer
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press Inc.)
Series: Contemporary Cardiology
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While a number of pharmacologic therapies have shown varying degrees of effectiveness, many recent advances in the treatment of heart failure has focused on device based therapies.

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Published September, 2009
By Edward D. Frohlich, Walmor DeMello and Walmor C. DeMello
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press Inc.)
Series: Contemporary Cardiology
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This book offers the latest research into the role of the renin angiotensin system on cardiac and vascular functions and in cardiovascular diseases. It covers vital aspects such as intracellular signaling and regulation of cell volume in the failing heart.

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Published September, 2009
By Andrew Wang and Thomas M. Bashore
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press Inc.)
Series: Contemporary Cardiology
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Challenges for the treatment of valvular heart disease include the growing need for effective yet less invasive interventions and therapies to treat these progressive conditions.

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Published July, 2009
By Keith C. Ferdinand and Annemarie Armani
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press Inc.)
Series: Contemporary Cardiology
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Examining race and ethnicity, Cardiovascular Disease in Racial and Ethnic Minorities will reveal that there are unacceptable healthcare disparities in risk factor prevalence, disease states, and cardiovascular outcomes in the United States.

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Published June, 2009
By Ivan P. Casserly and Jacqueline Saw
Publisher: Springer (Humana Press Inc.)
Series: Contemporary Cardiology
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Over the past three decades, carotid artery stenting has evolved to become a promising and viable alternative to carotid endarterectomy, especially for patients deemed to have high surgical risks.

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