Main description:

Recent Advances in Cardiology: 16 provides a selection of review articles that present important advances within the field of cardiac medicine. Written by renowned experts and covering topics such as cardiac screening for athletes, electrocardiography of the QT interval and genetics of atrial fibrillation, Recent Advances in Cardiology: 16 is essential reading for trainees and practising cardiac physicians wanting to remain up to date with the latest developments in this field.

12 chapters summarising important recent advances within the field of cardiology
All topics are written in a practical and clinically relevant manner, further enhanced by the 'key points for clinical practice' sections at the end of each chapter
Provides an effective exam revision tool for cardiology portion of the MRCP(UK) and the Knowledge Based Assessment in cardiology
All chapters written by expert authors ensuring authoritative and accurate content
Full colour photographs throughout

Contents:

1. The Genetics of Atrial Fibrillation

2. Oral Anticoagulation for Stroke Prevention in atrial fibrillation

3. Pre-participation Cardiovascular Screening in Athletes

4. The Electrocardiography of the QT Interval

5. An Update on Clinical and Genetic Aspects of Brugada Syndrome

6. Recent Advances in Biological Therapies for Cardiovascular Disease

7. Clinical Approaches to Managing Cardiovascular Benefit/Risk Factors

8. Statin therapy : Current Issues

9. Pacing Induced Heart Disease

10. The Current Status of Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy for Heart Failure

11. Recent Advances in Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices

12. Cardiovascular CT: Techniques, Indications and Perspectives