Mayo Clinic Heart Book

For the millions of readers with an interest in cardiac care and heart health, Mayo Clinic Heart Book serves as a comprehensive, single-volume reference that provides complete, clear information in these vital areas:

General knowledge about the heart and circulatory system (see pages 1-18)Symptoms of heart disease and what they mean (see pages 20-35)Complete medical information about specific heart conditions (see pages 35-114)Diagnostic tests: what they mean, why they are performed (see pages 179-233)Treatment options: the facts you need to make informed decisions (see pages 250-319)Preventing heart disease (see pages 115-177)Heart medications: a complete guide (see pages 293-311)Emergency care (see pages 238-250)

Mayo Clinic Heart Book represents the contributions of 90 members of Mayo's world-class cardiology department as well as many of their colleagues in other medical specialties. The book includes nearly 100 photographs and line drawings and a full-color section that provides a unique view of heart function.