Pocket-sized and built for speed, you'll find concise answers on diagnosis, etiology, and management of cardiovascular disease in the "Hurst Handbook." The important clinical points of the fully revised edition of Hurst's The Heart are summarized here in the Companion with an emphasis on brevity without sacrificing content. Perfect for use on the ward or in the office, rely on the Hurst's Handbook for authoritative but succinct answers to your questioning.

Hurst's the Heart: Companion Handbook

Medical Books

O'Rourke, Robert A.

Schlant, Robert C.

Fuster,Valentin

Roberts,Robert

Sonnenblick, Edmund H.

Alexander, Wayne

Medicine

McGraw=Hill

An update to a reference work in cardiology for residents and practising physicians. This edition represents a major revision of the text. Special emphasis on the bedside examination of the patient and specific recommendations for managing the patient are amongst the areas covered.

Hurst's the Heart

*A portable handbook providing on-the-spot answers to heart problems based on the new tenth edition of Hurst's The Heart *Focuses on treatment with emphasis on drug therapy *Can be used as a stand-alone or when the larger reference is not available

Hurst's The Heart: Manual of Cardiology

Reference

King, Spencer B.

Alexander, R. Wayne

Wellens, Hein J.J.

Encyclopedias & Subject Guides

McGraw-Hill Professional

This is the first book in a two-volume set. Along with a strong focus on patient care the new Hurst's THE HEART includes a new look and organization. Each chapter has been systematically overhauled with an emphasis on streamlining the content for a focused presentation of the LATEST THERAPEUTIC STRATEGIES and the EVIDENCE-BASED DATA that support them. CLINICAL GUIDELINES are included to equip you with the critical information for optimal patient care in an increasingly time-pressured, cost/benefit environment. WHAT'S NEW in the Tenth Edition * Expanded coverage of molecular biology of blood vessels and myocardium * More information on testing modalities--especially those related to nuclear myocardial perfusion imaging, MRI and PET * New emphasis on managing heart failure, including interventional techniques and new drug therapy strategies * Additional chapters on the biology of coronary heart disease * Expanded sections related to prevention, diagnosis and treatment * More emphasis on integrating the science of cardiac care with treatment * Easy-to-reference, evidence-based practice guidelines where appropriate * New insight on the human genome project and its implications * Techniques for clinical evaluation of the patient * Late-breaking reports on clinical trials * Heart disease in diabetics * New sections on nonsurgical interventions in cardial and peripheral vascular disease

Hurst's The Heart, 10th Edition

This is the second book in a two-volume set. Along with a strong focus on patient care the new Hurst's THE HEART includes a new look and organization. Each chapter has been systematically overhauled with an emphasis on streamlining the content for a focused presentation of the LATEST THERAPEUTIC STRATEGIES and the EVIDENCE-BASED DATA that support them. CLINICAL GUIDELINES are included to equip you with the critical information for optimal patient care in an increasingly time-pressured, cost/benefit environment. WHAT'S NEW in the Tenth Edition * Expanded coverage of molecular biology of blood vessels and myocardium * More information on testing modalities--especially those related to nuclear myocardial perfusion imaging, MRI and PET * New emphasis on managing heart failure, including interventional techniques and new drug therapy strategies * Additional chapters on the biology of coronary heart disease * Expanded sections related to prevention, diagnosis and treatment * More emphasis on integrating the science of cardiac care with treatment * Easy-to-reference, evidence-based practice guidelines where appropriate * New insight on the human genome project and its implications * Techniques for clinical evaluation of the patient * Late-breaking reports on clinical trials * Heart disease in diabetics * New sections on nonsurgical interventions in cardial and peripheral vascular disease

Hurst's the Heart, 10th Edition

Enhance your clinical decision-making today— with the landmark volume that continues to define cardiology! Setting an even higher standard… 
 *This description refers to the single-volume of Hurst’s THE HEART, 11/e. 
 There’s no mistaking the commanding coverage of Hurst’s THE HEART. Turn to any page, and you’ll see the solid focus on patient care, up-to-the-minute perspectives on therapeutic and technological advances, and expert authorship acclaimed by cardiology residents, fellows, and physicians. Now, the 11th Edition of Hurst’s THE HEART takes this tradition of excellence to a whole new level. 
 World-renowned cardiologist Valentin Fuster has spearheaded an ambitious revision of Hurst’s THE HEART, making this not-to-be-missed resource even more timely and complete, more visually appealing, and more essential to your daily practice than ever before. Whether the topic is coronary bypass surgery, angina, or advances in minimally invasive treatment, you’ll find the latest therapeutic strategies and supporting evidence-based data—all presented by a preeminent international group of thought leaders. 
 Review some of the strengths of this legendary reference: A-to-Z coverage of diagnosis and treatment procedures; an overview of current ACC/AHA guidelines; unmatched interpretation of clinical trials and cardiology data found in the Human Genome Project; first-rate color images of the normal and diseased heart…all supported by abundant pedagogy that includes chapter outlines, practice guidelines, algorithms, and more. If you thought this kind of resource could benefit you and your patients before, you’ll be amazed by what awaits you in the 11th edition … one look is all you’ll need to see why the new edition of Hurst’s THE HEART will prove indispensable to the way you practice cardiology. 
 New to the 11th Edition! *Approximately 1/3 of the chapters revised or rewritten to reflect new cardiology trends in such fast-moving areas as hypertension, congenital heart disease in adults, and infectious endocarditis *Important ACC/AHA guidelines for conditions such as hypertension and heart failure integrated into appropriate chapters *More prominent and clearly defined sections on treatment *Updated coverage of electrophysiology *Expanded interventional cardiology chapters that include the most recent information—including procedures related to stent implants *More in-depth coverage of clinical trials *A more compact, streamlined organization, aided by the addition of summary material *Dramatically increased use of tables, charts, and figures that provide at-a-glance access to key information *Enhanced art program, with sharper, more precise images featured throughout *And much more!

Hurst's The Heart, 11th Edition

Prystowsky, Eric N.

Robert, Roberts

Nash,Ira

Ira S. Nash

Eric N. Prystowsky

Enhance your clinical decision-making today— with the landmark volume that continues to define cardiology! Setting an even higher standard… 
 *This description refers to the two-volume set of Hurst’s THE HEART, 11/e. 
 There’s no mistaking the commanding coverage of Hurst’s THE HEART. Turn to any page, and you’ll see the solid focus on patient care, up-to-the-minute perspectives on therapeutic and technological advances, and expert authorship acclaimed by cardiology residents, fellows, and physicians. Now, the 11th Edition of Hurst’s THE HEART takes this tradition of excellence to a whole new level. 
 World-renowned cardiologist Valentin Fuster has spearheaded an ambitious revision of Hurst’s THE HEART, making this not-to-be-missed resource even more timely and complete, more visually appealing, and more essential to your daily practice than ever before. Whether the topic is coronary bypass surgery, angina, or advances in minimally invasive treatment, you’ll find the latest therapeutic strategies and supporting evidence-based data—all presented by a preeminent international group of thought leaders. 
 Review some of the strengths of this legendary reference: A-to-Z coverage of diagnosis and treatment procedures; an overview of current ACC/AHA guidelines; unmatched interpretation of clinical trials and cardiology data found in the Human Genome Project; first-rate color images of the normal and diseased heart…all supported by abundant pedagogy that includes chapter outlines, practice guidelines, algorithms, and more. If you thought this kind of resource could benefit you and your patients before, you’ll be amazed by what awaits you in the 11th edition … one look is all you’ll need to see why the new edition of Hurst’s THE HEART will prove indispensable to the way you practice cardiology. 
 New to the 11th Edition! *Approximately 1/3 of the chapters revised or rewritten to reflect new cardiology trends in such fast-moving areas as hypertension, congenital heart disease in adults, and infectious endocarditis *Important ACC/AHA guidelines for conditions such as hypertension and heart failure integrated into appropriate chapters *More prominent and clearly defined sections on treatment *Updated coverage of electrophysiology *Expanded interventional cardiology chapters that include the most recent information—including procedures related to stent implants *More in-depth coverage of clinical trials *A more compact, streamlined organization, aided by the addition of summary material *Dramatically increased use of tables, charts, and figures that provide at-a-glance access to key information *Enhanced art program, with sharper, more precise images featured throughout *And much more!

Hurst's the Heart, 11/e (2-Volume Set)

Prystowsky,Eric

This description refers to the first volume of a two-volume set. 
 The most comprehensive and current resource on the heart! This unparalleled text continues to focus on patient care rather than the scientific aspect of the specialty. Thoroughly revised, this new edition is 33% new and updated. With continued emphasis on diagnosis and treatment, Hurst’s THE HEART, 11/e features greater use of tables, charts and figures, as well as current ACC/AHA guidelines, interpretations of clinical trials and cardiology data found in the Human Genome Project, and more information on MRI and PET.

Hurst's the Heart, 11/e, Vol. 1

This description refers to the second volume of a two-volume set.  The most comprehensive and current resource on the heart! This unparalleled text continues to focus on patient care rather than the scientific aspect of the specialty. Thoroughly revised, this new edition is 33% new and updated. With continued emphasis on diagnosis and treatment, Hurst’s THE HEART, 11/e features greater use of tables, charts and figures, as well as current ACC/AHA guidelines, interpretations of clinical trials and cardiology data found in the Human Genome Project, and more information on MRI and PET.

Hurst's the Heart, 11/e, Vol. 2 (Hurst's The Heart (2 Vol.))

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