Cardiovascular Hemodynamics, 2013 An Introductory Guide Contemporary Cardiology Series
Coordonnateurs : Anwaruddin Saif, Martin Joseph M., Stephens John C., Askari Arman T.
A basic understanding of cardiovascular physiology is essential for optimal patient care. This practical book provides a concise tutorial of all the essential aspects of cardiovascular hemodynamics and the techniques used to assess cardiovascular performance. A high-yield reference, this book is replete with figures, tracings, tables, and clinical pearls that reinforce the basic tenets of hemodynamics. From identifying key findings of the patient history and physical exam to correlating hemodynamic tracings with acute clinical presentations, this book arms the reader with the tools necessary to handle any hemodynamic-related situation.
Section I.- Components of Myocardial Performance 1.- Preload 2.- Afterload 3.- Contractility 4.- Cardiac Output Section II.- Methods of hemodynamic evaluation 5.- Key clinical findings 6.- Echocardiography 7.- CT/MRI 8.- Cardiac Catheterization – RHC/LHC Section III.- Specific Disease States 9.- Tamponade 10: Constriction / Restriction 11.-Valvular Heart Disease 12.- Pulmonary Hypertension 13.- Acute Decompensated Heart Failure 14.- Intracardiac Shunts 15.- Shock 16.- Coronary Hemodynamics
Takes the reader back to the basics of cardiac performance.
Highlights key history and physical exam findings.
Provides a concise overview of the available techniques used to assess cardiovascular performance.
Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras
Date de parution : 12-2012
Ouvrage de 340 p.
15.5x23.5 cm