Download or read book Cardiac Arrhythmias written by Gerry Kaye and published by Health Press (UK). This book was released on 2009-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The diagnosis and management of heart rhythm abnormalities is often viewed as a complex and inaccessible area of modern cardiology shrouded in technical detail. Fast Facts: Cardiac Arrhythmias demystifies the subject with a straightforward approach to rhythm abnormality, asking how the patient with arrhythmia presents, how the problem should be investigated and how the arrhythmia can be managed. Highlights include:- A succinct description of normal conduction- A simple classification of arrhythmias based on 12-lead ECG patterns- A concise explanation of the mechanisms of arrhythmias with clear well-annotated illustrations- A comprehensive review of presenting signs and symptoms, with key questions to ask the patient- A logical approach to investigation: predict it (history and examination), wait for it (monitoring) or provoke it (electrophysiological testing)- Practical information on management options: pharmacological therapy, direct cardioversion, catheter ablation and cardiac devices- Specific chapters on the different types of arrhythmia
Download or read book Cardiovascular Disability written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2010-12-04 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a screening tool called the Listing of Impairments to identify claimants who are so severely impaired that they cannot work at all and thus immediately qualify for benefits. In this report, the IOM makes several recommendations for improving SSA's capacity to determine disability benefits more quickly and efficiently using the Listings.
Download or read book Bennett s Cardiac Arrhythmias written by David H. Bennett and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-10-22 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reviews of previous editions: "...a well conceived practical guide to the interpretation andtreatment of the main cardiac rhythm disturbances." —Lancet "This book presents a concise and simplified approach to thediagnosis and management of abnormalities in cardiac rhythm.... Oneof the book's strengths is the number and quality ofelectrocardiographic tracings" —New England Journal of Medicine "...this book provides an excellent foundation for all thoseinvolved in the care of arrhythmia patients" —British Journal of Hospital Medicine "…would recommend it unreservedly to anaesthetists whowish to improve their knowledge of cardiac arrhythmias" —British Journal of Anaesthesia "This book about cardiac arrhythmias is of much educationalvalue" —European Heart Journal A trusted source for junior doctors, students, nurses andcardiac technicians for over 30 years, the new edition of thisclassic reference continues the winning formula of previouseditions while at the same time incorporating essential new contenton today's most important clinical topics, including: Atrial fibrillation: ablation, drugs, rate control versusrhythm control, risk of systemic embolism, prognosis Indications for and management of implantable defibrillatorsincluding complications such as arrhythmia storms Indications for pacemaker implantation Anticoagulant therapy (for atrial fibrillation) Long QT syndromes and other channelopathies Recently-approved anti-arrhythmia drugs The 8th edition also features the latest guidelines on ECGscreening of athletes and clear guidance for anaesthetists andsurgeons dealing with patients with arrhythmias an/or implantabledevices. Rich with example ECGs and designed for ease of access toinformation, Bennett's Cardiac Arrhythmias is the referenceyou can trust to help you master arrhythmia diagnosis and provideoptimal treatment of any patient under your care.
Download or read book Cardiology Explained written by Euan A. Ashley and published by Remedica. This book was released on 2004 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most time-consuming tasks in clinical medicine is seeking the opinions of specialist colleagues. There is a pressure not only to make referrals appropriate but also to summarize the case in the language of the specialist. This book explains basic physiologic and pathophysiologic mechanisms of cardiovascular disease in a straightforward manner, gives guidelines as to when referral is appropriate, and, uniquely, explains what the specialist is likely to do. It is ideal for any hospital doctor, generalist, or even senior medical student who may need a cardiology opinion, or for that ma.
Download or read book Management of Cardiac Arrhythmias written by Gan-Xin Yan and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-07-27 with total page 870 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A significantly expanded third edition, this book provides a comprehensive and concise overview of cardiac arrhythmias and their ECG/telemetry manifestations, including the principles of cardiac electrophysiology, current concepts of pharmacology, clinical features, diagnoses, and state-of-the-art treatments. Additionally, the book emphasizes decision-making strategies in approaching each individual patient and the application of technical innovations in specific clinical situations. Organized into eight parts, beginning chapters introduce the concepts and principles of cardiac electrophysiology, unique rhythms, and ECG waves/signs. These chapters are designed to integrate emerging knowledge in basic science and clinical medicine. Subsequent chapters focus on the diagnosis of a variety of cardiac arrhythmias using non-invasive methodology. Throughout the book, chapters continue to analyze pharmacological and other approaches to therapy of specific arrhythmias, including supraventricular tachycardias, atrial fibrillation and flutter, ventricular arrhythmias, and bradyarrhythmias. Finally, the book closes with coverage on inherited cardiac arrhythmia syndromes including the long, short QT, and J-wave syndromes, catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia, and arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy. The third edition of Management of Cardiac Arrhythmias, is an essential resource for physicians, residents, fellows, and medical students in cardiology, cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, cardiac electrophysiology, and cardiac radiology.
Download or read book Cardiac Arrhythmias written by Ambrose S. Kibos and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-09-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book covers all the major aspects associated with pathophysiological development of cardiac arrhythmias (covering enhanced or suppressed automaticity, triggered activity, or re-entry), from basic concepts through disease association, limitations of current pharmacotherapy and implant therapies and on-going trials and analysis of new biomarkers based on current knowledge of cellular interaction and signalling. The book describes novel and state-of-the-art methods for differentiating between the major types of arrhythmia, structural abnormalities and current practice guidelines and determination of risk stratification associated with sudden cardiac death. A particular focus is on arrhythmias associated with atrial fibrillation and includes details of associations with cardiac disease, current detection, analysis and imaging and future perspectives.
Download or read book Cardiac Arrhythmias written by Wilbert S. Aronow and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2014-02-12 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is useful for physicians taking care of patients with cardiac arrhythmias and includes six chapters written by experts in their field. Chapter 1 discusses basic mechanisms of cardiac arrhythmias. Chapter 2 discusses the chronobiological aspects of the impact of apnoic episodes on ventricular arrhythmias. Chapter 3 discusses navigation, detection, and tracking during cardiac ablation interventions. Chapter 4 discusses epidemiology and pathophysiology of ventricular arrhythmias in several noncardiac diseases, methods used to assess arrhythmia risk, and their association with long-term outcomes. Chapter 5 discusses the treatment of ventricular arrhythmias including indications for implantation of an AICD for primary and for secondary prevention in patients with and without congestive heart failure. Chapter 6 discusses surgical management of atrial fibrillation.
Download or read book Cardiac Arrhythmias in Children and Young Adults with Congenital Heart Disease written by Edward P. Walsh and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2001 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume reviews current pathophysiologic concepts and describes state-of-the-art techniques for management of cardiac arrhythmias in children and young adults with congenital heart disease. The book provides a thorough understanding of cardiac electrophysiology and detailed technical information on catheter ablation, pacemakers, and implantable defibrillators. Coverage includes a "how-to" chapter on three-dimensional mapping techniques for localizing arrhythmias. A chapter by world-renowned experts examines current treatment options for postoperative atrial tachycardia. The book also includes a review of the anatomy of the cardiac conduction system and a discussion of new findings in molecular genetics that relate to hereditary arrhythmias.
Download or read book Cardiac Arrhythmias Interpretation Diagnosis and Treatment Second Edition written by Eric N. Prystowsky and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2020-06-22 with total page 529 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. The classic primer for treating arrhythmias safely and effectively—updated with new technologies, approaches, and guidelines For 25 years, Cardiac Arrhythmias has been the go-to guide for non-specialists seeking a solid foundation in electrophysiology and its relationship to treating arrhythmias. Now, the pioneer and father of modern clinical electrophysiology, Eric Prystowsky, teams up with globally renowned experts to bring this landmark guide fully up to date. In clear, engaging language, Cardiac Arrhythmias delivers everything you need to know about the practical application of electrophysiological principles. It covers basic electrocardiographic observations and clinical electrophysiologic correlates, including in-depth discussions of cardiac conduction, and provides a close look at specific arrhythmias, with diagnostic information from patient history, physical examination, lab tests, and therapy approaches. Subsequent chapters explore common clinical presentations of arrhythmias, diagnostic techniques, and therapeutic modalities. Whether you’re an internist, family practitioner, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner, the integrated approach of Cardiac Arrhythmias will help you deliver the highest-quality care to every patient. Features • NEW technologies, including implantable cardiac electrical devices and a wide range of catheter ablation procedures • NEW figures and information that clearly illustrate important concepts • Drugs used for cardiac arrhythmia treatment • NEW extensive discussions on the fundamentals of treatment, diagnosis, and management • NEW clinical trials and cases • NEW and classic articles provided for each chapter
Download or read book Cardiac Arrhythmias Pacing and Sudden Death written by Peter Kowey and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-08-30 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides up-to-date, user-friendly and comprehensive guidance on the evaluation, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. This ensures that that this title aids every trainee and practicising cardiologist, cardiac electrophysiologist, cardiac surgeon, vascular surgeon, diabetologist, cardiac radiologist and any physician who manages cardiac patients. Cardiovascular Medicine: Cardiac Arrhythmias, Pacing and Sudden Death covers every aspect of cardiac arrhythmias, from cardiac signs and symptoms through imaging and the genetic basis for disease to surgery, interventions, treatment and preventive cardiology. This coverage is presented with consistent chapter organization, clear design, and engaging text that includes user-friendly features such as tables, lists and treatment boxes.
Download or read book Electrocardiography of Arrhythmias A Comprehensive Review written by Mithilesh Kumar Das, MD and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2012-03-29 with total page 498 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Electrocardiography of Arrhythmias: A Comprehensive Review equips you with the core knowledge and clinical competencies you need to accurately interpret electrocardiograms (ECG) and ace the ECG part of cardiology boards or the ABIM ICE ECG certifying exam. Co-written by world-renowned cardiologists Mithilesh K. Das and Douglas P. Zipes, this companion study guide to Cardiac Electrophysiology: From Cell to Bedside offers a concise yet definitive review of electrocardiography, complete with online access to the complete text and image collection at www.expertconsult.com, making this is the perfect review and exam prep tool. Obtain a realistic simulation of the actual exam experience. Each ECG is accompanied by a brief clinical history in board format. Review a full range of ECG images - from simple to complex - reflecting both common and rare conditions. Get the most from your board or certification prep by pairing this review with its parent text, Cardiac Electrophysiology: From Cell to Bedside, for detailed explanations and an enhanced learning experience. Take it with you! Access the fully searchable, complete text and image collection from any computer or mobile device at expertconsult.com Be prepared for the ECG section of cardiology boards or the ABIM ICE ECG certifying exam with this definitive review resource
Download or read book Catheter Ablation of Cardiac Arrhythmias written by David J. Wilber and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-09-22 with total page 405 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation of Cardiac Arrhythmias has been so extensively updated for its third edition that the book now features a new title: Catheter Ablation of Cardiac Arrhythmias: Basic Concepts and Clinical Applications. The editors bring you 21 polished chapters, each updating the fundamentals and progressing to advanced concepts, providing state-of-the-art knowledge with highly relevant material for experienced electrophysiologists as well as fellows in training. This streamlined new edition features: • Two new editors, both widely published and leaders in the field of catheter ablation • 21 instead of 39 chapters, achieved by focusing on primary topics of broad interest and assimilating information from a wide range of sources • Fewer authors, chosen for their recognized contributions to the topics under discussion, providing a more integrated and coherent approach • Anatomic insights from leading pathologist Siew Yen Ho, integrated with new information from imaging technologies Each chapter dealing with ablation of a specific arrhythmia features the author's personal approach to ablation of the arrhythmia, including practical "how-to" tips, and a review of potential pitfalls. Alternate approaches and variations are succinctly summarized. Original figures and drawings illustrate specific approaches to improve the usability of the book.
Download or read book Cardiac Arrhythmias written by Gregory Y. H. Lip and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Efficiently covers all common and uncommon arrhythmias; focuses on day-to-day issues faced in clinical practice, thoroughly describing pathogenesis, clinical presentation, ECG interpretation and diagnosis; offers in-depth, evidence-based appraisals of the latest electrophysiologic, pharmacologic, and surgical therapies; and presents all of this vital information in an accessible format using color photographs, line drawings, tables, and flow charts.
Download or read book The EHRA Book of Pacemaker ICD and CRT Troubleshooting written by Harran Burri and published by European Society of Cardiology. This book was released on 2015-03-29 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An essential companion for both the aspiring and practising electrophysiologist,The EHRA Book of Pacemaker, ICD and CRT Troubleshooting assists device specialists in tackling both common and unusual situations that that they may encounter during daily practice. Taking a case-based approach, it examines pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators and cardiac resynchronisation therapy. Much more than just a technical manual of device algorithms, the cases help readers to consolidate their technical knowledge, and improve their reasoning and observation skills so they are able to tackle device troubleshooting with confidence. The 70 cases are arranged in three sections by increasing levels of difficulty to walk readers through all the skills and knowledge they need in an easy to use and structured format. Each case contains a short clinical description and a device tracing followed by a multiple choice question. Answers are supplied with detailed annotations of the tracing and an in-depth discussion of the case, highlighting practical hints and tips as well as providing an overview of the technical function of devices. A useful summary of principal device features and functions is also included. The EHRA Book of Pacemaker, ICD and CRT Troubleshooting is the perfect companion for electrophysiologists, cardiology trainees and technical consultants working with device patients as well as for those studying for the EHRA accreditation exam in cardiac pacing.
Download or read book Catheter Ablation of Cardiac Arrhythmias written by Shoei K. Huang and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2011 with total page 672 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The breadth and range of the topics covered, and the consistent organization of each chapter, give you simple but detailed access to information on anatomy, diagnostic criteria, differential diagnosis, mapping, and ablation. the book includes a unique section on troubleshooting difficult cases for each arrhythmia, and the use of tables, illustrations, and high-quality figures is unmatched among publications in the field.
Download or read book Cardiac Arrhythmias written by William J. Mandel and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 1987 with total page 894 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Origins of Ventricular Arrhythmias Volume 1 written by Frank M. Bogun and published by Cardiotext Publishing. This book was released on 2018-05-01 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This illustrated text teaches electrophysiology and cardiology fellows-in-training the concept of connecting ventricular arrhythmias’ QRS morphology with the arrhythmia site of origin. Thirty case studies, including multimodality imaging and anatomy data, illustrate the precise locations of the sites of origin of different ventricular arrhythmias. Mapping approaches are discussed, with an emphasis on how the 12-lead ECG helps to identify critical sites of the arrhythmias. Illustrated with 106 figures that include 12-lead ECGs, intracardiac ECG tracings, and electroanatomical maps that are complemented by reconstructed intracardiac echo images.
