The book investigates the complex molecular mechanisms underlying cardiac hypertrophy, a condition where the heart muscle enlarges. This volume compiles research presented at the 17th World Heart Congress in 2001, focusing on signal transduction pathways that regulate cardiac cell growth and function. It explores how various stimuli, from mechanical stress to hormonal signals, trigger intracellular cascades leading to changes in cardiac mass. The presented work aims to elucidate the fundamental processes involved in both physiological and pathological cardiac remodeling.

This collection of research papers from the 17th World Heart Congress offers a focused look at the molecular underpinnings of cardiac hypertrophy. The content is expected to appeal to researchers and clinicians specializing in cardiology and molecular biology, providing a snapshot of the field's understanding in the early 2000s. The compilation likely serves as a valuable reference for those studying the signaling cascades that govern heart muscle growth and its pathological consequences. The authority perspective is that of the collective scientific community contributing to the congress.