A practical approach to the investigation and treatment of adult congenital heart disease (ACHD), this fully updated Oxford Specialist Handbook is a concise and accessible overview of a complex condition. Packed with straightforward advice, management strategies and key clinical points, it equips clinicians with a sound understanding of the principles and physiology of ACHD.An ideal reference tool for cardiology trainees, general cardiologists and acute medicine physicians, this second edition of Adult Congenital Heart Disease has been fully reviewed to include new guidelines and increased illustations to aid understanding. Brand new chapters on epidemiology, heart failure, device therapy and transition and transfer of care ensure that Adult Congenital Heart Disease remains the definitive guide to supporting clinicians throughout all aspects ofthe patients care.
Part 1. Introduction to adult congenital heart disease; Epidemiology of adult congenital heart disease; Morphology and classification; Non-invasive imaging; Physiological testing; Cardiac catheterization; Influence of pulmonary blood flow on management and outcome; Cyanosis; Part 2. Specific lesions; Valve and outflow tract lesions; Septal defects; The Eisenmerger syndrome; Aortic lesions; Venous anomalies; Transposition complexes; Tetralogy of Fallot and pulmonary atresia with VSD; Functionally univentricular hearts and Fontan circulation; Pulmonary hypertension in ACHD; Rare conditions presenting in adulthood; 3. General management issues of adult congenital heart disease; Emergencies; Heart failure in ACHD; Device therapy in ACHD; Contraception and pregnancy; Endocarditis; Transition and transfer of care; Lifestyle issues;
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