Hurst's the Heart, 14th Edition: Two Volume Set: Edition 14

Valentin Fuster · Robert A. Harrington · Jagat Narula · Zubin J. Eapen

mar 2017 · McGraw Hill Professional

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Cardiology’s cornerstone text – thoroughly updated to reflect the latest clinical perspectives and cutting-edge topics

Hailed for its authority, currency, and ability to translate the latest technical and clinical advances into clinical application, Hurst’s The Heart is the field’s landmark text and cardiology’s longest continuously published reference text. A previous edition of this trusted classic was described by Doody’s as “an outstanding choice for those who strive for a firm foundation in cardiovascular medicine, as well as an up-to-date and user-friendly source that addresses every discipline in the field.”

Readers will find succinct, visually appealing summaries of all the major new trials, and guidelines, along with tips for optimizing outcomes and health quality. The Fourteenth Edition has been completely updated to reflect the latest technical, therapeutic, and clinical advances, while still maintaining a strong focus on patient care. Other enhancements include the addition of textual features such as Practice Points, Common Clinical Questions, and an increased number of the acclaimed Hurst’s diagrams.

• NEW TO THIS EDITION: Section on Metabolic Disorders and Cardiovascular Disease, Cigarette Smoking and Cardiovascular Disease
• Enhanced by more than 1,500 full-color illustrations and more than 500 tables
• Brand new chapters include: Arrythmogenic Cardiomyopathy, Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation, Degenerative Mitral Valve Disease, Left Ventricular Noncompaction, Evaluation and Management of Acute Heart Failure, Carotid Artery Stenting, Race, Ethnicity, and Cardiovascular disease
• The only comprehensive cardiology reference to publish every 2.5 years to allow for reporting of the latest trials and guidelines

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Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Medical Center and is known internationally, have served as President of the American Heart Association and the World Cardiology Federation.
Robert A. Harrington, MD, FACC, FAHA is Chairman, Department of Medicine, Stanford University.
Zubin J. Eapen, MD is affiliated with the Department of Medicine, Duke University Medical Center.