Pocket Cardiology (Pocket Notebook) Second Edition

Pocket Cardiology (Pocket Notebook) Second Edition

Selected as a Doody’s Core Title for 2022 and 2023!

Written and edited by Dr. Marc S. Sabatine and a team of cardiologists from Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, the new second edition of Pocket Cardiology has been greatly expanded to be made even more indispensable for everyday use. Part of the highly popular and respected Pocket Notebook series, this essential guide puts vital clinical information about a broad range of issues in cardiovascular medicine at your fingertips in seconds.

  • Contains expanded and fully updated core clinical topics on cardiovascular evaluation tools, preventative cardiology, coronary disease, heart failure, critical care, valvular heard disease, pericardial heart disease, vascular disease, arrhythmias, and adult congenital heart disease in the familiar concise format, with bulleted lists, tables, and algorithms for quick reference.
  • Features a new, more durable binding in the classic 
  • Includes new contributions from the fields of cardiovascular critical care, interventional cardiology, cardiac imaging, and adult congenital heart disease.
  • Includes useful illustrations of echocardiography, cardiac nuclear imaging, and coronary angiography, as well as EKG tracings.
  • Contains current, evidence-based clinical recommendations, supported by key references to the most recent practice guidelines, high-tier reviews, and important clinical trials.
  • An invaluable tool for cardiovascular physicians and fellows, medical residents, and others who are interested in cardiology.

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Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease (Contemporary Cardiology) 3rd ed. 2023 Edition

Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease (Contemporary Cardiology) 3rd ed. 2023 Edition

This third edition of the book offers an up-to-date review of Diabetes Mellitus with a focus on both Micro- and Macrovascular Disease. The text includes a review of the basic concepts of : Diabetes and Vascular Disease, including Endothelial Dysfunction; The Effect of Insulin on the Vascular System; The Mechanism of Atherosclerosis in Diabetes Mellitus and the Role of Inflammation on the Vascular Tree; and The Role of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosteronism on Diabetes Mellitus. Chapters will discuss the Genetics of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus as well as the Metabolic Syndrome. Other chapters discuss the Risk Factors of Diabetes and Vascular Disease, including Hypertension; Dyslipidemia; and Thrombosis. The book also reviews Microcirculation; Diabetic Nephropathy; Diabetic Retinopathy; as well as the Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Peripheral Vascular Disease; Diabetes and Coronary Artery Disease; Diabetes and Percutaneous Interventions; Diabetes and Cardiac Surgery; and Diabetes and Heart Failure. Chapters conclude with a review of the present-day Treatment of the Diabetic Patient.

Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease, 3rd Edition, offers practicing physicians a cutting-edge scientific and clinical review of diabetic cardiovascular disease, providing both a deeper understanding of its pathology and all the day-to-day practical knowledge needed to treat patients effectively.

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Hypertension (Oxford Cardiology Library) 3E 3rd Edition

Hypertension (Oxford Cardiology Library) 3E 3rd Edition

The management of hypertension varies considerably from clinician to clinician. This pocketbook is a concise and evidence-based summary of current understanding and practice, including the most up-to-date guidance from national and international bodies and their recommendations for hypertension care.

Written by an international team of experts, it covers all the key aspects of hypertension from epidemiology and aetiology to investigations, management, and complications. It also covers the management of hypertension in special patient groups such as in pregnancy and the elderly. Emphasis is laid throughout the book on lowering cardiovascular risk as a part of managing hypertension. An essential tool for everyday use in managing hypertension, this book aids clinical decision-making by collating all the relevant information and guidance in one easily accessible place.

This new edition has been fully updated to include expanded content on hypertension mediated organ damage and two new chapters covering the effects of hypertension on the brain and on the eyes.

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Cardiology Board Review: ECG, Hemodynamic and Angiographic Unknowns 1st Edition

Cardiology Board Review: ECG, Hemodynamic and Angiographic Unknowns 1st Edition

An accessible and engaging review of board exam essentials

Cardiology Board Review lays the groundwork for board exam success with its instructive and easy-to-read explanations of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with cardiovascular disease. Breaking topics down into case �unknowns,� this innovative revision aid provides examples of everyday cardiological issues and then explains how best to address the problem at hand. All content is complemented by clinical images and illustrations, as well as helpful summaries and key points.

Featuring 56 different cases, this essential text:

  • Places learning in a practical context. Information about disease states is presented in case-based format which leads to better retention.
  • Covers topics including congenital heart disease, coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathies, valvular heart disease, arrhythmias, heart failure, peripheral vascular disease, and more
  • Designed to present important concepts and information in a unique way to complement textbook learning
  • Features electrocardiograms, angiograms, and pressure tracings
  • Is applicable to those working towards certification in Cardiovascular Disease from the American Board of Internal Medicine or preparing for board examinations in other countries
  • Is also suitable for those requiring MOC recertification
  • Features cases on aortic insufficiency, atrial fibrillation, Brugada syndrome, carotid artery disease, myocardial bridging, congenital heart disease, electrolyte abnormalities, apical HCM, mitral regurgitation, RV outflow tract tachycardia, pulmonary hypertension, arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia, aortic stenosis, atrial myxoma, atrial tachycardia, pulmonic insufficiency, Takotsubo, tricuspid regurgitation, Wolfe-Parkinson-White syndrome, pulmonic stenosis, coronary anomalies, ECG changes of hypothermia, endocarditis, pulmonary embolus, ventricular septal defect, hemodynamics of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, complete heart block, heart failure, coronary artery disease, atrial septal defect, constrictive pericarditis, fractional flow reserve, dextrocardia, STEMI, early repolarization, giant cell myocarditis, peripheral arterial disease, pericardial tamponade, peripheral arterial disease, pericarditis, myocarditis, long QT syndrome, mitral stenosis, tetralogy of Fallot, and supraventricular tachycardia among others.

Cardiology Board Review offers fellows a fresh and engaging approach to the information required to achieve success in board examinations.

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The Washington Manual of Cardiology Subspecialty Consult (The Washington Manual® Subspecialty Consult Series) 3rd Edition

The Washington Manual of Cardiology Subspecialty Consult (The Washington Manual® Subspecialty Consult Series) 3rd Edition

Small, mighty, and packed with information, The Washington Manual: Cardiology Subspecialty Consult, 3e places the field of cardiovascular disease at your fingertips. Designed for the busy practitioner, student, or resident, this pocket-sized edition captures cardiology’s latest findings and treatments in an easy-to-read format. In a fast-advancing field that welcomes new biomedical discoveries and novel therapeutics, this resource delivers top treatment recommendations for your patients. If you’re a busy clinician committed to exceptional, cost-effective patient care, The Washington Manual: Cardiology Subspecialty Consult is the guide for you.


FEATURES
–NEW chapters on the physical exam, heart failure, preserved ejection fraction, and cardiovascular diseases in special populations
–Guidelines from the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology
–End-of-chapter journal and online references
–Maximum readability with diagrams, flow charts, bullet-point lists, bold faced call-outs, and mnemonics

Now with the print edition, enjoy the bundled interactive eBook edition, offering tablet, smartphone, or online access to:
Complete content with enhanced navigation
A powerful search that pulls results from content in the book, your notes, and even the web
Cross-linked pages, references, and more for easy navigation
Highlighting tool for easier reference of key content throughout the text
Ability to take and share notes with friends and colleagues
Quick reference tabbing to save your favorite content for future use

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Advanced Pharmacology for Prescribers – A Comprehensive and Evidence-Based Pharmacology Reference Book for Advanced Practice Students and Clinicians 1st Edition

Advanced Pharmacology for Prescribers – A Comprehensive and Evidence-Based Pharmacology Reference Book for Advanced Practice Students and Clinicians 1st Edition

Delivers the critical information primary care providers need to be thoroughly informed prescribers.

Advanced Pharmacology for Prescribers —an evidence-based pharmacology text and reference for advanced practice students and clinicians—is a unique resource that guides users in analyzing the foundations of drug therapy and fosters the development of sound clinical judgment in determining the appropriate medication for every patient across the lifespan. Targeting the specific needs of APRN and PA students and clinicians, this pharmacology book is a “bridge” between standard, lengthy texts and quick pocket references that lack information regarding key pharmacotherapy principles.

Featuring an applied therapeutic approach to major disorders and their pharmacologic treatment, the book examines how medications act on the body and visa versa, while teaching the rationale for using specific therapeutic agents or drug classes. Each chapter includes case studies that apply the concepts discussed, relevant diagnostic studies, applicable guidelines, genomics, and important lifespan considerations. Of special interest is a chapter on pharmacogenetics explaining the basic principles underlying our current understanding of genetic variations in response to pharmacotherapy and adverse drug reactions. Easily digestible chapters include objectives and review questions. Ancillary resources include an instructor manual with learning objectives, chapter summaries, and case studies; chapter PowerPoint slides; test bank; and image bank.

Key Features:

  • Delivers an applied, evidence-based foundation on the basic science underlying prescribing.
  • Targets the specific needs of APRN and PA students and professionals and related healthcare providers.
  • Provides clinical decision-making tools and principles to support sound prescribing judgment.
  • Focuses on synthesizing drugs to manage commonly occurring disorders.
  • Includes strategies for addressing the needs of specific populations throughout the lifespan.
  • Includes abundant case studies illuminating key concepts.
  • Includes a robust instructor manual with learning objectives, chapter summaries, and case studies; PowerPoint slides; test bank; and image bank.
  • Purchase includes access to the eBook for use on most mobile devices or computers.
  • Publisher: Springer Publishing

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Pharmacology and Toxicology of Cytochrome P450 – 60th Anniversary (ISSN)

Pharmacology and Toxicology of Cytochrome P450 – 60th Anniversary (ISSN) 

Pharmacology and Toxicology of Cytochrome P450 – 60th Anniversary, Volume 95 highlights the extensive contributions by worldwide researchers in the cytochrome P450 (P450) field over the past six decades, and since the first article on P450 was published in 1962. Chapters in this new release include Multiple conformations of cytochromes P450 and the relevance to predicting SAR, Pharmacogenetics of the cytochromes P450 and relevance to drug metabolism, Cytochromes P450 drug metabolism within the brain, Mammalian cytochrome P450 biodiversity: Physiological importance, function, and protein and genomic structures of cytochromes P4502B in multiple species of woodrats with different dietary preferences, and more.

Additional section cover Atypical kinetics of cytochrome P450 enzymes in drug metabolism, Biosynthesis using cytochrome P450 Enzymes: focus on synthesis of drug metabolites, Use of engineered cytochrome P450s for accelerating drug discovery and development, Assessing cytochrome P450 function using genetically engineered mouse models, Use of the biologicals with sustainable reproducibility for phenotyping study of cytochrome P450 enzymes involved in the biotransformation of test compounds and calculating the fraction unbound parameter, for anticipating drug Interactions, and much more.

Research on many forms of P450s has been extended into different fields, from molecules to in vivo situations because pharmacologists and toxicologists appreciate and are attracted to the potential therapeutics. The purpose of this volume is to collect a comprehensive description of major progress to date, to discuss possible future directions, and to invite young researchers to join this important and exciting world of P450.

  • Comprehensive coverage of major progress in the last 60 years on the P450 research in pharmacology and toxicology
  • Discussion of possible future directions of the research on P450s, especially for improved pharmacotherapy in humans
  • Encouragement to young scientists to join this important and exciting basic, translational, and advanced world of P450

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Lippincott’s Illustrated Q&A Review of Pharmacology (Lippincott Illustrated Reviews Series) 1st Edition

Lippincott’s Illustrated Q&A Review of Pharmacology (Lippincott Illustrated Reviews Series) 1st Edition

Lippincott’s Illustrated Q&A Review of Pharmacology offers up-to-date, clinically relevant board-style questions—perfect for course review and board prep. 1,000 multiple-choice questions with detailed answer explanations cover frequently tested topics in pharmacology, including questions related to clinical topics and divided by body systems. The book features full-color illustrations and offers flexible study options with online access to the questions and answers on a companion website.

This is the tablet version which does not include access to the supplemental content mentioned in the text.

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Pharmacology for Nurses: A Pathophysiological Approach, Second Canadian Edition (2nd Edition)

Pharmacology for Nurses: A Pathophysiological Approach, Second Canadian Edition (2nd Edition)

Pharmacology for Nurses links a unique approach to teaching pharmacology with Canadian content to deliver an outstanding manual for nursing students. A holistic, pathophysiological approach runs throughout the text, which places drugs in context with their therapeutic use, and organizes them by body systems and diseases. This gives students a clear picture of the importance of pharmacology to disease and ultimately to patient care. Detailed information on the drug classifications used to treat diseases is included.

KEY TOPICS:

Introduction to Pharmacology and Drug Regulations in Canada; Drug Classes and Schedules in Canada; Pharmacokinetics; Pharmacodynamics; The Nursing Process in Pharmacology; Life Span Considerations in Pharmacology; Individual, Psychosocial, and Cultural Influences on Drug Responses; Drug Effects, Adverse Reactions, and Interactions; Principles of Drug Administration; Medication Incidents and Risk Reduction; Complementary and Alternative Therapies and Their Roles in Pharmacotherapy in Canada; Brief Review of the Autonomic Nervous System and Neurotransmitters; Pharmacotherapy with Cholinergic Agonists and Antagonists; Pharmacotherapy with Adrenergic Agonists and Antagonists; Brief Review of the Central Nervous System; Pharmacotherapy of Anxiety and Sleep Disorders; Pharmacotherapy of Emotional and Mood Disorders; Central Nervous System Stimulants and Pharmacotherapy of Attention Deficit and Hyperactive Disorders; Pharmacotherapy of Psychoses; Pharmacotherapy of Degenerative Diseases of the Nervous System; Pharmacotherapy of Seizures; Pharmacotherapy of Muscle Spasms and Spasticity; Pharmacotherapy of Pain and Migraine; Pharmacology of Local and General Anesthesia; Pharmacotherapy in Substances of Abuse and Addictions; Brief Review of the Endocrine System; Pharmacotherapy of the Hypothalamic and Pituitary Disorders; Pharmacotherapy of Diabetes Mellitus; Pharmacotherapy of Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders; Corticosteroids and Pharmacotherapy of Adrenal Disorders; Pharmacotherapy of disorders of the Female Reproductive System; Pharmacotherapy of Disorders of the Male Reproductive System; Brief Review of the Gastro-Intestinal System; Pharmacotherapy of Peptic Ulcer Disease; Pharmacotherapy of Bowel Disorders and Other Gastro-Intestinal Alterations; Pharmacotherapy of Obesity and Weight Management; Pharmacotherapy of Nutritional Disorders; Pharmacotherapy of Asthma, Common Cold, and Other Pulmonary Disorders; Brief Review of Body Defences and the Immune System; Pharmacotherapy with Immunostimulants and Immunosuppressants; Pharmacotherapy of Immune System Modulation and Immunization; Pharmacotherapy of Inflammation, Fever, and Allergies; Basic principles of Anti-Infective Pharmacotherapy; Pharmacotherapy of Bacterial Infections; Pharmacotherapy of Fungal, Protozoan, and Helminthic Infections; Pharmacotherapy of Non-HIV Viral Infections; Pharmacotherapy of HIV-AIDS; Review of the Cardiovascular System; Pharmacotherapy of Lipid Disorders; Pharmacotherapy of Angina Pectoris, Myocardial Infarction, and Cerebrovascular Accident; Pharmacotherapy of Hypertension; Diuretic Therapy and Pharmacotherapy of Renal Failure; Pharmacotherapy of Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances and Acid-Base Disorders; Pharmacotherapy of Heart Failure; Pharmacotherapy of Dysrhythmias; Pharmacotherapy of Coagulation Disorders; Pharmacotherapy of Hematopoietic Disorders; Pharmacotherapy of Shock; Basic Principle of Anti-Neoplastic Therapy; Pharmacotherapy of Neoplasia; Pharmacotherapy of Bone and Joint Disorders; Pharmacotherapy of Dermatologic Disorders; Pharmacotherapy of Eye and Ear Disorders; Toxicology, Bioterrorism, and Emergency Preparedness

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Appropriate for pharmacology courses in nursing departments at both the college and university level.

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Lange Pharmacology Flashcards, Fourth Edition 4th Edition

Lange Pharmacology Flashcards, Fourth Edition 4th Edition

A fun, fast, portable review of pharmacology for the USMLE Step 1

Written by former medical students at Yale University, LANGE Pharmacology Flash Cards, Fourth Edition offer concise, yet complete coverage of the subject. Each card covers a specific disease or drug, with high-yield facts in bold. Every card also includes a clinical vignette on the flip side which helps students answer the question “when is this medication the answer in real-world clinical practice?”

· 200 two-sided cards in the deck

· Essential for board review and coursework

· Created by medical students for medical students

· Clinical vignettes show students how important concepts relate to real-world practice

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