Essential Pediatric Cardiology
Published on 16. August 2004
Book
Paperback/Softback
624 pages
978-0-07-140919-3 (ISBN)
Description
Written and designed especially for use by the practitioner in general practice, "Essential Pediatric Cardiology" is a concise and practical guide to the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac disorders in the neonate, child, and adolescent. An effective combination of concise text and useful summary features allows you to quickly assess and interpret presenting signs and symptoms, and formulate an effective plan for management. A wealth of sample cardiac test results and tips on normal and abnormal findings help to further hone your diagnostic skills.This book provides a concise, yet thorough review for the non-specialist. Standardized, disease-specific chapters guide you systematically through evaluation, diagnosis, and management. Summaries, lists, tables, and charts effectively summarize information for ease of reference. It includes a handy drug formulary for common prescriptions. It provides helpful advice on indications for consultation or referral. It includes sample interpreted test results such as EKGs and provides guidance on their interpretation. It utilizes up-to-date, evidence-based recommendations. It reviews common diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
120 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 231 mm
Width: 185 mm
Thickness: 24 mm
Weight
913 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-07-140919-3 (9780071409193)
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Peter Koenig, MD Assistant Professor Department of Pediatrics University of Chicago School of Medicine Chicago, IL Dr. Koenig trained as a fellow in pediatric cardiology at one of the premier residency programs in the country, Washington University.
Zayid Hijazi, MD Director, Division of Pediatric Cardiology University of Chicago Hospital Professor of Pediatrics University of Chicago School of Medicine Chicago, IL Dr. Hijazi is known worldwide for his expertise in interventional pediatric cardiology and directs the division of pediatric cardiology at a USNews top 20 hospital.
Dr. Zimmerman is a reviewer for CIRCULATION, POST GRADUATE MEDICINE and the INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CARDIOLGOY. He is also on the editorial board of American Journal of Medicine & Sports.
Zayid Hijazi, MD Director, Division of Pediatric Cardiology University of Chicago Hospital Professor of Pediatrics University of Chicago School of Medicine Chicago, IL Dr. Hijazi is known worldwide for his expertise in interventional pediatric cardiology and directs the division of pediatric cardiology at a USNews top 20 hospital.
Dr. Zimmerman is a reviewer for CIRCULATION, POST GRADUATE MEDICINE and the INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CARDIOLGOY. He is also on the editorial board of American Journal of Medicine & Sports.
Content
Section I. Signs and symptoms1. Chest pain2. Murmurs3. Palpitations4. syncope/lightheadedness5. Cyanosis6. Shortness of breath/dyspnea7. Exercise intolerance8. Shock/hypotension/unexplained acidosis9. Poor feeding/failure to thrive10. HypertensionSection II. Basic pathophysiology of heart disease processes in pediatrics1. left to right shunts 2. right to left shunts 3. transposition 4. obstruction 5. regurgitation 6. myopathies 7. electrical physiology 8. causes of heart defects - genetics Section III. Specific heart lesions - congenital1. Anatomic abnormalities2. Muscle problems3. Electrical problemsSection III. Specific heart lesions 1.Trauma2. Inflammatory3. Noninflammatory4. Tumors and carcinomas involving the heart5. OtherSection IV. Diagnostic tests used in pediatric cardiology1. ECG2. CXR3. Echocardiography4. MRI5. Nuclear medicine tests6. Exercise/stress tests7. Ambulatory ECG monitoring8. Cardiac catheterization9. Tilt Table test10. Electrophysiology test (Transesophageal/Intracardiac)11. OtherSection V. Interventions in pediatric cardiology1. Interventional cardiac catheterization2. RF Catheter Ablation3. Congenital heart surgerySection VI. Special management issues for the pediatrician1. Immunizations2. Dental care3. Sports restrictions4. SBE prophylaxis5. Telemedicine6. Office emergencies and transport7. Fetal/neonatal emergencies and transport8. Interactions with the consultant9. Insurance10. Surgical clearance - who needs to know what11. The heart transplant patient12. Cardiac involvement in other systemic diseases - a list of organ systems/diseases and heart issuesSection VII. Pharmacology in pediatric cardiology1. inotropes2. diuretics3. vasodilators4. antiarrhythmics5. sedation6. anticoagulation