This second edition provides evidence-based, cost-effective critical pathways for the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular disorders across various healthcare settings. It updates all pathways to reflect the latest findings and best practices in cardiovascular care, covering pre-hospital, emergency department, inpatient, and outpatient scenarios. The book details new pathways for pre-hospital care, public access defibrillation, emergency management of heart failure and atrial fibrillation, aortic aneurysm, hyperglycemia, peripheral artery disease, implantable cardioverter defibrillator treatment, and long-term management of diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

This comprehensive guide is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to implement standardized, evidence-based protocols for cardiovascular care. The inclusion of updated pathways and coverage of emerging areas like public access defibrillation and metabolic syndrome management suggests a focus on practical, current clinical application. The book's structure, detailing pathways across multiple care settings, indicates its utility for improving patient outcomes and resource utilization in cardiovascular medicine.