Coronary Atherosclerosis: Current Management and Treatment

, 2012

Overview

With rising rates of obesity and an aging population, coronary artery disease is becoming more prevalent. This volume addresses this leading global cause of death, exploring the diverse manifestations of atherosclerosis based on stenosis severity and plaque characteristics. It delves into the disease's pathophysiology, established and novel diagnostic methods (both invasive and non-invasive), and treatment strategies, including algorithms and differing perspectives.

Who it's for

• Cardiology specialists
• General physicians
• Cardiologists in training
• Healthcare professionals managing patients with coronary atherosclerosis

Key features

• Hardback binding
• Published in 2012
• 470 pages
• ISBN: 9781841848532
• Publisher: Taylor&Francis
• Includes pharmacology, evidence on pathophysiology, imaging, risk stratification, and clinical decision-making