Controversies in Aortic Dissection and Aneurysmal Disease [Hardcover]

In this book the authors review the surgical management of patients with aortic disease. This often controversial area of management reveals many options open to cardiovascular specialist. This reference reviews each controversy and provides practical answers to the cardiac surgeon and will help them reveal the spectrum of disorders and their management.

From the book reviews:

This book reviews the surgical management of patients with aortic disease with detailed discussions about the many options and controversies in this area. & It is particularly germane for cardiac surgeons responsible for treating this high-risk cohort of patients. & This is an important contribution to the field of aortic surgery. & It is current in its presentation of data and techniques and is a valuable contribution to the practice of cardiovascular surgery. (Michael Bates, Doodys Book Reviews, January, 2015)

This book reviews the surgical management of patients with aortic disease, revealing many options open to cardiovascular specialists in this often controversial area of management. It reviews each controversy and provides clinical information for cardiac surgery, and discusses the spectrum of disorders and their management.

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With the knowledge base in this discipline changing rapidly, Controversies in Aortic Dissection and Aneurysmal Disease meets an important requirement to consolidate the wide-ranging information on which clinicians must base their practice. It is directed towards surgeons, physicians, and healthcare workers involved in the care of patients requiring cardiac, cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgery. This book will be an essential resource for these professionals looking to accelerate the translation of basic research findings into clinical study and practice.

Discusses surgical management of patients with aortic disease Helps surgeons choose the best procedures for each cal£¶