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By Geno J. Merli, MD, Divison of Internal Medicine, Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, PA; Howard Weitz, MD, Thomas Jefferson University Department of Medical Divison, Cardio. Philadelphia, PA; and R. Anthony Carabasi, MD, Director of Vascular Surgery Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
W.B. Saunders
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Cardiology
This resource delivers comprehensive guidance on caring for patients with arterial and venous conditions—from history-taking, physical examination, and health assessment through choosing the appropriate diagnostic tests and implementing management strategies. A logical organization speeds readers to the information they need, starting with basic principles of investigation, followed by coverage of the most common arterial and vascular diseases, and ending with a section on special disorders such as lymphedema, compartment syndrome, unilateral leg swelling, and thoracic outlet syndrome.
Key Features
- Presents straightforward descriptions of history-taking, physical examination, and health assessment.
- Details the best vascular and angiographic diagnostic testing procedures available, and offers guidance on how to choose the appropriate tests for each clinical situation.
- Provides step-by-step instructions for the most effective and economical management techniques.
- Focuses on the diseases most likely to be encountered, while also covering special disorders such as lymphedema, compartment syndrome, unilateral leg swelling, and thoracic outlet syndrome.
- Uses a concise, user-friendly format that makes information easy to find.
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By Geno J Merli MD Divison of Internal Medicine Jefferson Medical College Philadelphia PA Howard Weitz MD Thomas Jefferson University Department of Medical Divison Cardio Philadelphia PA and R Anthony Carabasi MD Director of Vascular Surgery Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia PA Peripheral Vascular Disorders |
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