The History of Cardiology - Taschenbuch

A complete edition of Dr Louis J. Acierno's history of cardiology, with coverage ranging from the myths and theories of ancient times to the high level of diagnostic and therapeutic sophistication used in the management of cardiovascular disease today. It contains 30 chapters in six sections on: anatomy of the heart and blood vessels; structural abnormalities (in two parts, acquired and congenital); functional mechanisms; functional disturbances; diagnostic techniques; and therapeutic modalities. It is illustrated with photographs, documents, drawings and sketches.