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Cardiovascular Hemodynamics
An Introductory GuideContemporary Cardiology
149,79 € |
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Verlag: | Humana Press |
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Veröffentl.: | 15.12.2012 |
ISBN/EAN: | 9781607611950 |
Sprache: | englisch |
Anzahl Seiten: | 340 |
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Beschreibungen
<p>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.</p>
<p>Preload.- Afterload.- Contractility.- Cardiac Output.- Key clinical findings.- Echocardiography.- CT/MRI.- Cardiac Catheterization – RHC/LHC.- Tamponade.- Constriction / Restriction.-Valvular Heart Disease.- Pulmonary Hypertension.- Acute Decompensated Heart Failure.- Intracardiac Shunts.- Shock.- Coronary Hemodynamics.</p><p>
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.
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