M. Gabriel Khan – författare

The Encyclopedia of Heart Diseases is an accurate and reliable source of in-depth information on the diseases that kill more than 12 million individuals worldwide each year. In fact, cardiovascular diseases are more prevalent than the combined incidence of all forms of cancer, diabetes, asthma and leukemia. In one volume, this Encylopedia thoroughly covers these ailments and also includes in-depth analysis of less common and rare heart conditions to round out the volume's scope. Researchers, clinicians, and students alike will all find this resource an invaluable tool for quick reference before approaching the primary literature.* Coverage of more than 200 topics, including: applied pharmacology of current and experimental cardiac drugs, gene therapy, MRI, electron-beam CT, PET scan put in perspective, cardiac tests costs and justification, and new frontiers in cardiovascular research* More than 150 helpful figures and illustrations!* Dr. Khan is a well-published and respected expert in heart and heart diseases

The electrocardiogram (ECG) is the ? Rapid ECG Interpretation is comprehensive, yet concise, and very practically oriented. After reviewing each component of the ECG, the next section describes the unique ECG patterns of speci? Finally, Dr. Khan includes an invaluable section—an ECG Board Review and Self- Assessment Quiz.

In this second edition of his clinically focused book, Heart Disease Diagnosis and Therapy, Dr. Kahn discusses the ever-changing role of clinical cardiologists. This text gives considerable coverage to areas such as coronary artery disease, electrocardiographic testing, valvular heart disease and its management, as well as drug therapy of heart diseases.

The electrocardiogram (ECG) is the ? Rapid ECG Interpretation is comprehensive, yet concise, and very practically oriented. After reviewing each component of the ECG, the next section describes the unique ECG patterns of speci? Finally, Dr. Khan includes an invaluable section—an ECG Board Review and Self- Assessment Quiz.

The fully revised second edition of the Encyclopedia of Heart Diseases is an ideal resource for practicing clinicians and researchers. Available in print, online, and with dual access, it is a clear and comprehensive aggregation of the most crucial information and essential data on cardiovascular diseases and therapeutics.Comprised of over 95 entries with regular online updates, the Encyclopedia of Heart Diseases is fully referenced, and major points of interests are hyperlinked to complementary sections. Each entry is logically and superbly written, providing accurate core knowledge of pathogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnostic techniques, and management strategies. Specific detail is paid to technological advances in imaging and diagnostics. Therapy focused entries give powerful insights into not only prescribing drug regimens, but also into the controversies surrounding their use.This major reference work is invaluable for all those involved in the care of cardiovascular patients. From the front-line practitioner to the basic science researcher to the student in training, the Encyclopedia of Heart Diseases offers an astute authoritative guide to navigating an immense body of fascinating information. From the trainee to the internist and cardiologist, all will find it useful. It is an essential resource for medical libraries and academic institutions worldwide. From the Foreword:So, what would we want from an encyclopedia on heart disease? Ideally, a book would be comprehensive, yet concise, and be practically oriented, and explain pathophysiology and treatment. In addition, it should be accessible online so that it can be accessed at the bedside or anywhere.Dr. Khan has written exactly such a book. Encyclopedia of Heart Diseases is comprehensive, yet concise, and very practically oriented. Importantly, it takes a step-by-step approach, walking the reader through a thoroughpathophysiology of conditions, their evaluation and treatment. For therapies, he provides the mechanism of the drug, its doses, side effects and clinical efficacy....A terrific online resource with all the information you need!- Christopher P. Cannon, MD, TIMI Study Group, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA

This book is an essential guide to the medical treatment of the cardiac patient and presents core principles of cardiovascular therapeutics as well as drug recommendations.

Internal or general medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of adult diseases.This second edition provides clinicians and trainees with a complete guide to internal medicine.Divided into 28 sections, the first part of the book is dedicated to the diagnosis and management of cardiac conditions. The second part covers respiratory and pulmonary disorders, gastrointestinal diseases, neurologic disorders, renal conditions and endocrine disorders.The book has been fully revised with new topics added to provide the latest advances in the field. Each chapter examines the pathophysiology and techniques for accurate diagnosis and appropriate therapy.Authored by a recognised, Ottawa-based expert in the field, the new edition features clinical photographs, illustrations and tables to enhance learning.Key pointsComprehensive guide to the latest advances in internal medicineFully revised, second edition covering numerous disorders in different systems of the bodyAuthored by recognised Ottawa-based expert in the fieldPrevious edition (9780812116021) published in 1994