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This new edition provides up-to-date comprehensive coverage ofthe rapidly evolving field of clinical cardiac electrophysiology. Itis designed for physicians, cardiologists, cardiacelectrophysiologists, and allied professionals practising or learningthe speciality of clinical cardiac electrophysiology. This textbook -- written entirely by two practising authoritiesin the field -- offers a cohesive and comprehensive summary ofthe principles and practice of clinical cardiac electrophysiology. Theauthors emphasize the clinical approach to the patient and provide afundamental, yet thorough, discussion of the primary therapeuticmodalities used today in a state-of-the-art electrophysiologylaboratory, including the latest pharmacotherapy options, catheterablation treatment, and the newest implantable devices. The authors provide the reader with a concise, organized discussion ofthe management of patients with benign to life-threatening arrhythmiasusing the newest concepts, equipment, and techniques of diagnostic andtherapeutic electrophysiology. ... Read more

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nice book shame about the price
Kluwer seem to have done it again...produced a reasonable book that would be of value to many physicians but sadly way over priced and simply not worth the outlay in hard earned cash...of course they say it's because of the 'high cost of publishing' somehow I find that rather hard to believe. Buy this if money is not important to you. ... Read more

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Practical Management of Pediatric Cardiac Arrhythmias offers a useful source of current, practical information on the diagnosis and management of arrhythmias in children, and is intended for all caregivers, from novice to expert, who treat children, adolescents, and young adults with arrhythmias.It includes succinct information on implications for clinicians and patient and family considerations, with precise "how to" information regarding specific treatment modalities and management techniques.A feature unique to this book is an exploration of the nuances that make cardiac arrhythmias in this population different from those in adults.The editors and authors are all internationally recognized experts in the field, and each section is completely self-contained and can be used separately to solve a specific problem.

Addressing itself to all healthcare professionals who deal with the increasing population of pediatric, adolescent, and young adult patients with arrhythmias, this book will prove a valuable asset to any healthcare provider working in the fields of cardiology, electrophysiology, and pediatrics. ... Read more

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A practical book for physicians which presents basic knowledge of electrophysiology and cardiac arrhythmias with a focus on practical points of diagnosis and treatment. Divided into five sections, the text deals with electrophysiologic mechanisms of basic electrocardiographic observations that are noted during analysis of routine electrocardiograms; specific tachyarrythmias, bradyarrhythmias, miscellaneous clinical problems, and techniques used in the study of arrythmias. Includes an appendix for normal values, definitions, and doses of cardiac drugs. ... Read more

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Cardiac arrhythmias.An integrated apppoach for the clinician
This is one the very few books that starts with the basic general concepts of electophysiology before going into discussion of various arrhythmias.Mechanism of both atrial and ventricular arrhythmias aredescribed very welltogether with the clinical and electrophysiologicalfindings.This makes the understanding of arrhythmias easier.In the fourthpart of the book various form of therapy for each type of arrhythmia isexplained.As a whole this is the most comprehensive electrophysiologyreferrance book for the study of arrhythmias. ... Read more

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Multiple Lead ECGs: A Practical Analysis of Arrhythmias is an easy to use, comprehensive text for use by all levels of clinicians, educators and any students of electrocardiography related to patient care. The chapters were developed following a consistent format including commonly encountered arrhythmias, their ECG characteristics, signs and symptoms and proposed interventions. To aide the reader, the book features a self-assessment at the end of each chapter and an overall review to include interventions. Also included are answers to self-assessment exercises, normal ranges and variations in the adult 12-lead ECG. There is also quick review of assessment and interventions, medication profiles, a list of abbreviations and a comprehensive glossary. ... Read more

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Because arrhythmias can be present in so many different forms, the only way to be certain of an interpretation is to understand the underlying ECG mechanism of the arrhythmia.This is especially important in choosing a management strategy, as similar arrhythmias of differing origin may have vastly different therapies/treatments. Unfortunately, standard teaching methods can seem to divorce the theoretical knowledge required for diagnosis from the hands-on reading of ECGs.

To achieve a balance of practicality and competency, the two parts of this book are equally divided between concrete example and didactic theory.Section I provides multiple ECG readings of the most commonly encountered simple and complex arrhythmias, and includes differential diagnoses where appropriate.These readings are presented with a minimum of theory, and are repetitively presented in multiple permutations, as they would be encountered in the ECG reading room or on the wards.Section II provides a more in-depth discussion of ECG mechanisms and arrhythmogenesis.Attention is focused on the relevant underlying electrophysiology and the deductive processes used to reach the diagnoses of complex arrhythmias.

This book can serve as a quick and handy reference for systematic, rule-based arrhythmic diagnoses, as well as an authoritative teaching text for learning the underlying theory and mechanics.It will be of great interest to students and clinicians at all levels, including cardiologists, electrophysiologists, and others who care for patients with cardiovascular disease, ICU and ER staff, emergency physicians, anesthesiologists, and surgeons. ... Read more

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Boston University, MA. Abbreviated version of Cardiac Arrhythmia: Mechanisms, Diagnosis, and Management, 1995 by the same author. Manual for cardiologists, fellows, and residents. Covers the essentials of mechanisms and management of arrhythmia for daily practice. 70 contributors, 59 U.S. ... Read more

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Excellent Review of antiarrhythmic drugs and physiology
I used this book for a rotation during medical school in Cardiology, more specifically electrophysiology.I did a month with one of the authors and it definitely helped explain the rational for drug choice and physiologyunderlying the choices.I highly recommend this book for anyone interestedin internal medicine and/or cardiology. ... Read more

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Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA. Sections cover basic principles (introductory concepts, specific tachycardias, and bradycardias), catheter and device therapy, and evolving issues. For residents and practitioners. Halftone illustrations. DNLM: Arrhythmia--Adolescence. ... Read more

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This book incorporates the most up-to date information related to mechanisms and treatment of cardiac arrhythmia. Many of the topics discussed in this text reflect very recently undertaken research directions including genetics of arrhythmias, cell signalling molecules as potential therapeutic targets and trafficking to the membrane. These new approaches and implementations of anti-arrhythmic therapy derive from many decades of research as outlined in the first chapter by distinguished Professors Michael Rosen (Columbia University) and Michiel Janse (University of Amsterdam). The text covers changes in approaches to therapy over time, arrhythmias in multiple cardiac regions and over many scales, from gene to protein to cell to tissue to organ.

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Undrestanding the mechanisms of arrhythmias and ofpossissing a logical,rapid,systematic protocal for emergencyECGdiagnosis and treatment. ... Read more

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Series Description: Developed by expert faculty at the Cornell Division of Cardiology, the Emerging Concepts in Cardiology; series edited by Craig Basson and Bruce Lerman, provides state of the art reviews of each topic from a clinical perspective, with expert perspectives in current clinical research and emerging basic and traditional research issues all in a concise, attractive and well-illustrated texts.

Ischemic heart disease and cardiac arrhythmic disorders are among the most commonly seen and complex problems for the cardiologist. State of the art management of these disorders by the cardiology clinician demands a current knowledge of a vast amount of translational research in the pathophysiology of these disorders as well as recent advances and issues in pharmacologic and interventional therapies. This volume provides expert reviews and assessment of the most recent clinical research and on current trends in management.

Key topics covered include the risk stratification of sudden cardiac death; the fast-evolving role of PCI; predictors of outcomes in chronic ischemic heart disease; catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation; and percutaneous treatment of valvular heart disease; and numerous others. Reviews include assessment of emerging data and indications of likely key advances with significant impact on clinical practice in the near future.

This volume is a must-have for every cardiologist needing to be fully current on recent advances in ischemic heart disease and arrhythmic disorders. ... Read more

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Written by world-renowned leaders in the fields of clinical electrophysiology and arrhythmology, the volume has represented since many years a biannual update on the most recent advances in the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. The main chapters deal with atrial fibrillation and other supraventricular tachyarrhythmias, diagnosis and management of ventricular arrhythmias, risk stratification and prevention of sudden death in post-MI patients. The systematic and didactic approach to each topic makes the book a very useful tool for physicians working in the field. ... Read more

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The recent explosion of knowledge about the physiology and pathophysiology of cardiac arrhythmias, and the accompanying progress in diagnostic and therapeutic methods, is covered in this comprehensive volume. ... Read more