Almost all studies published in the past 30 years that specifically address coronary artery disease in women are discussed and placed in perspective. Furthermore, all important studies on coronary artery disease are dissected for their relevance to the care of women. Deficiencies in the fund of knowledge and the reasons for them are catalogued. Several chapters emphasize psychological and socioeconomic factors unique to women. In chapters in which this approach is limited by a paucity of data, the reader is given material on what is known and a comprehensive reference list.
Most chapters contain many tables and figures.
The chapters on the more technical aspects of the diagnosis and management of coronary artery disease present detailed discussions on the published value and limitations of these techniques. However, greater detail on how to properly perform and apply the procedures is omitted. Technical manuals beyond the scope of this book are required to address such questions. Richard M. Steingart, MD, Winthrop-University Hospital, Mineola, New York. A Compendium of the Best Available Evidence for Effective Health Care Issue 1.