The second edition of Cardiovascular Hemodynamics: An Introductory Guide is an essential resource for anyone involved in the field of cardiology, emergency medicine, critical care, and internal medicine.
This key resource provides a comprehensive overview of basic cardiovascular (CV) hemodynamic principles, with a strong emphasis on clinical assessment of CV physiology. Extensively updated, this edition includes:
- New coverage on noninvasive hemodynamic assessment: Learn the latest techniques and technologies for evaluating cardiovascular health without invasive procedures.
- In-depth discussion on interventions: Explore the effects of vasodilators, beta blockers, pressor agents, and inotropes on cardiovascular hemodynamics.
- Fundamental concepts: Gain a solid understanding of preload, afterload, myocardial contractility, and cardiac output.
Subsequent chapters delve into various methods of hemodynamic evaluation, including:
- Echocardiography: Master the use of ultrasound technology to assess heart function.
- CT/MRI imaging: Discover how advanced imaging techniques contribute to cardiovascular assessment.
- Cardiac catheterization: Understand the role of this invasive procedure in diagnosing and managing cardiac conditions.
The book concludes with a thorough discussion on the proper diagnosis, evaluation, and management of patients by utilizing hemodynamic data across a variety of specific disease states.
Authors:
Arman T. Askari (Editor)
Edition:
Second Edition 2019
Publication Date:
July 24, 2019
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