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This is the only in-depth, single author survey of heart development. It will provide a more systematic, up-to-date synthesis of the subject than any other volume, spanning the range from classical anatomical studies to recent findings in molecular biology. It also...
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Oxford University Press
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2007-03-22
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Chapter 1: Basics and Performance of Cardiac Computed Tomography 3 Xavier Alomar-Serrallach, Ernesto Castillo-Gallo, Guillem Pons-Lladó 1. 1 Introduction 3 1. 2 Historical Perspective of Computed Tomography 3 1. 3 Basic Principles of Multidetector Computed Tomography in...
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Springer
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2007-03-06
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Angiogenesis, the development of new blood vessels from the existing vasculature, is essential for physiological growth and over 18,000 research articles have been published describing the role of angiogenesis in over 70 different diseases, including cancer, diabetic...
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Wiley
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2007-01-11
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Every medical specialty has a core of classic papers that reflect both the historical development of the discipline and point the way to present and future developments.
A distinguished team of international contributors have been assembled by the Editors to...
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Springer
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2006-12-22
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Preface to the Second Edition Despite worldwide efforts to assess and control cardiovascular risk factors, cardiac diseases and in particular coronary artery disease (CAD) are still the foremost causes of death in the developed countries of Western Europe, North America...
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Springer
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2006-12-15
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The book addresses the meaning of the systolic function and diastolic function, how these can best be measured and interpreted, both now and in the future. It also covers topics such as: cardiac mechanics, flow dynamics, vascular properties, neural control of...
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SAGE Publications Ltd
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2006-12-15
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Over 10 years after the publication of the second edition, Wiley now publishes the third edition of the popular volume Surgery for Congenital Heart Defects. Completely updated and expanded, this new edition describes step-by-step the surgical procedures for congenital...
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Wiley
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2006-11-02
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Active infective endocarditis is one of the most serious diseases of the heart. Infection often causes periannular abscess, and may also spread to affect the mitral valve structures. This complication carries a high mortality rate and valve replacement followed by...
Editeur :
Steinkopff
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2006-10-11
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Fortschritte in der Herz-, Thorax- und Gefäßchirurgie
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It takes a certain hubris to come forth with a This book emerges from the clinical book entitled Clinical Cardiac Electrophys- practice and research of the pediatric cardiac iology in the Young. There are a number electrophysiology group in the Division of of excellent...
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Springer
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2006-08-13
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Catheter ablation of cardiac arrhythmias is an important field of interventional cardiology. This comprehensive overview is a practical guide for
- exact diagnosis of cardiac arrhythmias
- mapping of cardiac arrhythmias with newest 3D technology
- catheter ablation of...
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Steinkopff
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2006-08-13
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The advent of contrast-enhanced MRA in the early to mid 1990s revolutionized the clinical approach to vascular imaging: an accurate non-invasive imaging modality, not requiring ionizing radiation or potentially nephrotoxic iodinated contrast media, was able to compete...
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Springer
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2006-05-28
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Thrombotic disorders of the circulatory system represent the leading cause of morbidity, motality, and health care expenditure in the United States. Fibrinolytic and Antithrombotic Therapy provides a practical, evidence-based approach to the management of thrombotic...
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Oxford University Press
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2006-03-23
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Chronic oxidative stress is associated with the aging process and often leads to the development of disorders such as cancer and arterial disease. Cardiovascular conditions in which oxidation damage has been strongly implicated include atherosclerosis, myocardial...
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Springer
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2006-03-10
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Effective new treatments of heart disease are based on a refined understanding of cellular function and the heart's response to environmental stresses. Not surprisingly therefore, the field of experimental cardiology has experienced a phase of rapid exponential...
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Springer
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2006-03-08
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Scientists working or planning to work in the field of cardiovascular research will welcome Practical Methods in Cardiovascular Research as the reference book they have long been waiting for. Not only general aspects of cardiovascular research are well presented, but...
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Springer
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2006-02-28
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How exciting it is to see a field so well established as the ren- angiotensin system continue to grow and mature. Originally, following the original identification of renin by Tigerstedt and Bergman over 100 years ago, workers in this area spent years attempting to...
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Springer
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2006-01-26
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In recent years magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has enriched the technological potential available for the characterization of cardiovascular pathologies, adding substantial advantages to other non-invasive techniques. This technique, which is intrinsically digital and...
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Springer
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2006-01-19
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Coronary Heart Disease in Clinical Practice is a concise and thorough reference book for health professionals involved in the care and treatment of cardiac patients, both in primary care and hospital environment. It highlights the important aspects of the numerous...
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Springer
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2006-01-16
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Drs. Xander Wehrens and Andrew Marks have gathered the collected wisdom of scientists that have devoted their working lives to the study of ryanodine receptors. In this series of brief, but informative, chapters, the contributions progress from the basic gene family and...
Editeur :
Springer
Parution :
2006-01-16
Collection :
Developments in Cardiovascular Medicine
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The Atlas of Practical Applications of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance contains over two hundred illustrations and a glossary of terms. This atlas will assist cardiologists to determine when a CMR exam is useful for diagnosis and provide details on how to plan and...
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Springer
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2005-12-28
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