"Organized to present a comprehensive overview of the field of cardiology in an accessible, reader-friendly format that can be covered in about 12 months, this new edition contains roughly 50% new material, the cardiac pharmacology section has been completely reworked, cardiovascular trials have been included, and the entire book has been updated to reflect current practice guidelines and recent developments. The book is peppered throughout with numerous tables and clinical pearls that aid the student, as well as the teacher, to remain focused"--Provided by publisher.

Fundamentals of Cardiovascular Disease -- Noninvasive Imaging -- Electrophysiology -- Valvular Heart Disease -- Aorta and Peripheral Vascular Disease -- Coronary Artery Disease Risk Factors -- Myocardial Infarction -- Diseases of the heart, pericardium, and pulmonary circulation -- Cardiomyopathy and heart failure -- Invasive/interventional cardiology.