Diagnosis and Management of Adult Congenital Heart Disease is a practical, comprehensive reference for clinicians managing long-term survivors of congenital heart disease (ACHD). Authored by international experts, this book integrates detailed anatomy, imaging, and clinical practice, providing guidance on diagnosis, therapeutic interventions, and perioperative care. It is designed to support evidence-based decision-making and improve outcomes for adult patients with complex congenital heart conditions.
Key Features
- Comprehensive, one-stop resource for adult congenital heart disease management
- Integrates anatomy, clinical signs, imaging modalities, and therapeutic options
- High-quality illustrations and full-color diagrams to aid recognition and diagnosis of morphologic disorders
- Updated with five new chapters: cardiac CT for ACHD assessment, critical and perioperative care, anesthesia for ACHD surgery, cardiac resynchronization therapy, and transition of care
- Includes specific guidance on surgeries, catheter interventions, and drug therapies, with discussion of benefits and risks
- Consistently organized chapters with annotated references for quick access
- Aligns with current ACC and ESC practice guidelines for pacing and resynchronization therapy
- Full online access via expertconsult.com, including text and complete image library
- New high-resolution images and illustrations to show imaging findings as seen in clinical practice
