Ebook: Interventional Cardiac Catheterization Handbook, Second Edition

This practical, pocket-sized handbook shows readers how to perform common therapeutic interventions. An easy-to-read outline format makes this complex subject easier to understand. An international team of specialists reviews traditional procedures as well as more specialized interventions, including laser angioplasty, atherectomy and stent implantation, discussing techniques, cautionary highpoints and outcomes. The 2nd Edition also offers coverage of peripheral vascular disease.Discusses the management of common patient problem, highlighting cautions and outcomes.Provides an excellent review tool for boards.Uses an easy-to read outline format, with tables and boldfaced words for easy access.Covers all of the latest techniques, including laser angioplasty, atherctomy and stent implantation.Offers new coverage of peripheral vascular disease.Summarizes clinical trials of new drug-coated stents and includes practice tips.Presents full-chapter coverage of restenosis.