Management of Cardiac Problems in Primary Care

ISBN-13: 9781846191442 / Angielski / Miękka / 2008 / 288 str.

Clive Handler; Gerry Coghlan

Opis

Clive Handler and Gerry Coghlan have written a book that will become essential reading for the primary care physician managing cardiac problems in the new age of medical practice. In it they give clear, concise and readable information on diagnosis, management and treatment priorities in this most important field of medicine. The book uses current evidence and follows current guidelines to direct the clinician in treating conditions seen every day in general practice. It builds confidence in understanding the role and responsibility in commissioning cardiology specialist care. The narrative is peppered with real patient problems and sections giving advice to patients in layman's language.

Spis treści

Cardiovascular disease management in primary care. The patient’s responsibilities in the NHS and around the world. History. Examination. Hypertension. Heart Failure. Angina. Myocardial infarction and other acute coronary syndromes. Claudication and peripheral vascular disease. Valve disease. Arrhythmias. Coronary heart disease in women. Heart disease in pregnancy. Sexual problems in men with cardiac conditions. Congenital heart disease. Heart disease in the elderly. Perioperative risk assessment in cardiac patients. Cardiac tests and procedures.

O autorze

Clive Handler, Gerry Coghlan