Synopses & Reviews
This Atlas explores the rapid advancements being made in vascular biology, pharmacology, and technology regarding vascular disease. The book draws on the knowledge of world-renowned authors from a variety of medical disciplines. There are hundreds of high quality images in step with the latest developments in medicine and reflecting the technical advances that have been especially significant in this field.
Review
From the reviews of the third edition: "This atlas outlines basic vascular disease epidemiology and pathology, as well as more up-to-date vascular interventional issues and clinical outcomes. ... It is suitable for medical students and healthcare professionals who see and treat patients with vascular disease. It is a valuable tool for junior vascular surgical trainees. ... This third edition offers a more complete overview of many common vascular entities than the previous editions." (Peter A. Naughton, Doody's Review Service, December, 2009)
Synopsis
This Atlas will explore the rapid advancements being made in vascular biology, pharmacology, and technology regarding vascular disease. Technical advances have been especially significant in this field, essentially redefining the role of imaging modalities. These include ultrasonography, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance angiography, all of which reduce the risks inherent to invasive procedures.
Table of Contents
Aortic and Arterial Aneurysms.- Aortic Dissection.- Lower Extremity PAD.- Renal Artery Disease.- Mesentic Vascular Disease.- Cerebrovascular Disease.- Evaluation and Medical Management of the Vascular Surgery Patient.- Raynaud's Phenomenon and Other Vasospastic Disorders.- Vasculitis.- Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism.- Chronic Venous Insufficiency.- Lymphatic Disease.- Neoplastic and Non-neoplastic Vascular Tumors.