Author Description
Coronary heart disease, leading to both heart attacks and angina, is the most important single cause of disability and death in the Western world. Modern drugs and surgery can combat complications in most cases, but how can the disease be prevented, and where in the mass of superficial and often conflicting advice can one turn for the facts? This account of what can go wrong with the heart, who suffers and why, and what treatment is available should prove essential to sufferers, their families, and the health-conscious who deserve the kind of detailed information no one else has the time to supply. The book is intended for people who have had, or are at risk of having, a heart attack, and their relatives and friends.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the biological mechanisms, risk factors, and management strategies associated with coronary heart disease to provide clear, evidence-based guidance for patients and their families. Authors Claire Marley and Desmond Julian leverage their medical expertise to distill complex cardiovascular data into an accessible format. They address the prevalence of heart disease in Western society and evaluate the efficacy of modern pharmaceutical and surgical interventions against the necessity of preventative lifestyle changes.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Explanations of the physiological processes behind heart attacks and angina
- Analysis of risk factors and demographic susceptibility
- Overview of current medical and surgical treatment options
- Guidance on preventative measures and lifestyle adjustments
Scope Limits
- Does not replace personalized clinical advice from a primary care physician
- Does not cover experimental or emerging surgical techniques beyond standard practice
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Readers frequently note the clarity of the prose, which successfully translates technical medical information for a lay audience. Experts highlight this as a reliable resource for patients and families seeking to understand the progression and management of cardiovascular conditions.
Page Count:
128
Publication Date:
1991-08-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0192620169
ISBN-13:
9780192620163
Health
Non-Fiction
Medicine
Cardiology
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