Pages: 636,
Specialty: Cardiology,
Publisher: McGraw-Hill,
Publication Year: 2010,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 212x274x24mm

CFMS (Canadian Federation of Medical Students) Endorsed! The authority of Harrison's in a handy, full-color paperback devoted exclusively to cardiovascular medicine. Featuring the chapters on Cardiology that appear in the landmark "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 17/e", this compact clinical companion delivers all the latest knowledge in the field, backed by the scientific rigor and reliability that have defined Harrison's. You'll find coverage that reflects the expertise of renowned editors and contributors - presented in a carry-anywhere format that makes it ideal for the classroom, the wards, or the point of care. With its ease of use, indispensable diagnosis-speeding guidelines, and acclaimed state-of-the-art strategies, "Harrison's Cardiovascular Medicine" is a must for students and clinicians alike. "Harrison's Cardiovascular Medicine" delivers: current, complete coverage of need-to-know cardiovascular medicine topics, including diagnosis of cardiovascular disorders, disorders of the heart, and disorders of the vasculature; integration of pathophysiology with clinical management topics in each of the diseases-oriented chapters 112 high-yield questions for exam and board review drawn from "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine Self-Assessment and Board Review, 17/e"; 5 complete chapters in print format taken from the acclaimed Harrison's DVD 44 chapters written by recognized experts 4 atlases covering electrocardiography, noninvasive cardiac imaging, percutaneous revascularization, and cardiac arrhythmias; reference that have been updated since the publication of "HPIM 17/e"; and, helpful appendix of laboratory values of clinical importance. It includes everything you would expect from Harrison's tailored to your specialty. Condensed Table of Contents: Introduction to Cardiovascular Disorders; Diagnosis of Cardiovascular Disorders; Heart Rhythm Disturbances; Disorders of the Heart; Disorders of the Vasculature; and, Cardiovascular Atlases. The Harrison's specialty series is written by the same world-renowned author team who brought you "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 17/e": Anthony S. Fauci, MD; Eugene Braunwald, MD; Dennis L. Kasper, MD; Stephen L. Hauser, MD; Dan L. Longo, MD; J. Larry Jameson, MD, PhD; and, Joseph Loscalzo, MD, PhDshow more