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Record Nr.

UNINA9910784004103321

Autore

Deng Mario C

Titolo

Mechanical circulatory support therapy in advanced heart failure [[electronic resource] /] / Mario C. Deng, Yoshifumi Naka

Pubbl/distr/stampa

London ; ; Hackensack, NJ, : Imperial College, c2007

ISBN

1-281-12062-6

9786611120627

1-86094-830-8

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (417 p.)

Altri autori (Persone)

NakaYoshifumi

Disciplina

617.4/12

Soggetti

Blood - Circulation, Artificial - Instruments

Heart, Mechanical

Heart failure - Treatment

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Preface; Acknowledgments; CONTENTS; Chapter 1. Advanced Heart Failure; Chapter 2. Evaluation; Chapter 3. Management; Chapter 4. Outcomes; Chapter 5. Complications; Chapter 6. Research Strategies; Chapter 7. Societal Perspectives; Summary; References; Appendices; Patient/Family Experience Vignettes; Glossary; Abbreviations; Index

Sommario/riassunto

This engaging book provides a state-of-the-art introduction to the rapidly evolving field of mechanical circulatory support therapy in the care of patients with advanced heart failure. It is aimed at healthcare teams around the world who are involved in patient care, research, and teaching of advanced heart failure; healthcare professionals in training; and interested lay persons. In particular, this book. ? serves as a comprehensive resource and practice guide on all aspects of mechanical circulatory support therapy, starting with an overview on heart failure management and then continuing wi