ABC of Interventional Cardiology

by Ever D. Grech (editor)

Coronary artery disease (CAD) causes severe disability and more death than any other disease in affluent societies, including cancer. The medical conditions associated with it are angina, ischaemia, unstable angina, myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, heart failure and sudden death.

Choosing the appropriate investigation to confirm a diagnosis helps to assess risk and determine the correct treatment path. GPs also need to know the effective life-style and risk-factor modifications in addition to advocating the best medical therapy.

51 pages, Paperback

First published September 20, 2004

Reviews

[Bachar Alabdullah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good introductory book on the basics of interventional cardiology. I found myself a little lost in all the studies quoted, and since this is meant to be an introduction, perhaps a much shorter take on those studies would suffice.

[Chris · Rating 3 out of 5]

A concise introduction for any professional starting out a career in interventional cardiology. Very much to the point, this book doesn't say any more than it needs to. Each point is covered in enough detail to give a good foundation level of understanding, and each point is supported by primary sources/diagrams to help the reader understand the information.

A good starting place for any nurse/junior doctor.