Description
Textbook of Emergency Cardiology, edited by Alan S. Maisel and W. Frank Peacock, is a definitive clinical reference for the rapid diagnosis and management of acute cardiovascular conditions. Designed for use in high-acuity settings, this textbook provides structured, practical guidance for clinicians managing critically ill cardiac patients in emergency departments, intensive care units, and acute cardiac care units.
Organized into four comprehensive sections, the book delivers in-depth coverage of cardiac arrest, acute myocardial infarction and acute coronary syndromes, acute heart failure, and cardiac arrhythmias. Each section integrates current evidence with practical clinical strategies to support timely decision-making and optimal patient outcomes.
Individual chapters address essential diagnostic and therapeutic tools, including cardiac imaging, cardiovascular biomarkers, and pharmacologic therapy, offering a complete and up-to-date approach to emergency cardiology. The content is authored by internationally recognized experts in the field, led by U.S.-based authorities Alan S. Maisel and W. Frank Peacock, ensuring both scientific rigor and clinical relevance.
Enhanced by more than 300 high-quality clinical photographs, radiological images, tables, and figures, the textbook supports visual learning and rapid comprehension of complex concepts. Its clear organization and richly illustrated format make it ideal for both reference and structured learning.
Comprehensive, authoritative, and clinically focused, Textbook of Emergency Cardiology is an indispensable resource for cardiologists, emergency physicians, intensivists, trainees, and healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with acute cardiovascular emergencies.
