Manual of vascular diseases
By: editors, Sanjay Rajagopalan ... [et al.].
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Philadelphia, PA
Language: eng
Number of pages: 626
ISBN-13: 9781609134228
Subjects: Vascular Diseases; Therapy; Diseases; Diagnosis; Blood-vessels; Handbooks, manuals
Description: Knowledge and understanding of vascular disease, particularly atherosclerosis, continue to expand across disciplines, as do diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for treatment of vascular disorders. This manual offers a consistent "how to" approach that places specific emphasis on management. Each chapter provides the reader with a highly practical approach so that he or she comes away with a reasonable amount of familiarity as to be able to manage the patient independently. Since the first edition, a certification in vascular medicine has become available. Some of the key features include: Practical information such as drug doses, protocols for managing disorders, and algorithms. Guidance on diagnostic assessment and treatment strategies for the majority of vascular disorders encountered in clinical practice. Assimilation of information from areas outside cardiology, i.e., vascular surgeons and interventional radiologists, into a reader-friendly format geared toward the average practicing internist or cardiologist.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.