A PDA verision of this book is now available, powered by Skyscape. Click
here to order and to find out more. Cardiology is a rapidly changing
and expanding field with management protocols changing regularly and
newer categories of treatment options being discovered, with greater
emphasis on the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. Swanton's
Cardiology (formerly Pocket Consultant: Cardiology) is a highly
practical, user-friendly reference and learning text which is of great
value to a wide variety of staff working with cardiac patients. Now in
its sixth edition, this best-selling book has been highly praised for
its readability, conciseness and clear illustrations and offers a clear
and didactic style, presenting information in the form of lists and
tables for quick and easy reference. The sixth edition now offers:* a
new design for easier navigation and use * highly practical advice with
clear tables for quick and easy reference * five new chapters including
Pregnancy and Heart Disease and Echocardiography In addition, Swanton's
Cardiology covers some subjects in cardiology that are not well covered
in clinical training, and this book will help fill any gaps in the
reader's clinical course, for example, sections on congenital heart
disease, pacing, and cardiac investigations.
