Textbook of Interventional Cardiology

The New 2nd Edition of this interventional cardiology reference reflects new developments and advances. Over 100 experts in the forefront of clinical practice and research discuss the benefits and risks associated with new and existing techniques, devices and pharmacologic agents. Guidelines for the selection and implementation of procedures for specific conditions are complete and explicit. Critical issues of current concern are discussed, including: medical economics and health care policy decisions, quality of care, training and credentialing, and medical legal aspects of interventional cardiology. Features include: an updated and expanded section on pharmacologic intervention includes new thrombin, ace and leukocyte inhibitors; coverage of restenosis - the most critical problem in interventional cardiology; reports on experimental models, role of growth factors and cytokines, device interventions and clinical trials; new strategies to anticipate and manage complications that can occur with coronary interventions for treatment of problems ranging from total occlusion to unstable angina; a report on stents, discussing each type including temporary, coded and biogradable devices; insights into newer applications and limitations of different laser devices in laser angioplasty; and advances in imaging using intravascular ultrasound, angioscopy and coronary doppler.