Acute Coronary Syndromes (Hardbound - 2001)

About the Book
Reflecting rapid innovations in the field, Acute Coronary Syndromes, Second Edition uncovers the structural, physiological, and functional foundations of acute coronary syndromes-including the latest advances in the causes of inflammation and embolization, therapeutics, intravenous and oral antiplatelet agents, and anticoagulants.

Presents original theories in the cost-effectiveness of diagnostic therapies of acute coronary syndromes

Providing seven new chapters demonstrating the most up-to-date information on invasive and conservative management strategies, aspirin resistance, and public health implications, Acute Coronary Syndromes, Second Edition

illustrates current approaches to bedside platelet function testing

considers novel ideas in combined fibrin and platelet-lysis for myocardial infarction

describes recent treatments with tirofiban, eptifibatide, clopidogrel, and low-molecular- weight heparins

and more
Written by over 40 international experts in the field, Acute Coronary Syndromes, Second Edition is a monumental reference for cardiologists; internists; epidemiologists; molecular and cell biologists; pharmacologists; emergency room personnel; and graduate and medical school students in these disciplines.