Despite the near simultaneous, worldwide availability of published research data, the need for upto-date review publications is stronger than ever. Professionals can no longer cope, even within the limits of their own specialist field, with the tidal wave of information and recommendations available to them on the internet. Quite apart from contemporary research data, guidelines (which once were considered to retain their influence for prolonged periods) are now updated at increasingly short intervals, and there are often variations in the recommendations from different authorities.

In this environment it is extremely helpful for the professional to have access to considered reflections from experts, and this has been our primary aim in producing this book.

The topics chosen are all highly relevant to the practising clinician and all of the authors are recognised authorities in their respective fields. ...
Recent Advances in Cardiology 16 is the ideal resource for keeping abreast of new developments within the field of cardiovascular medicine.

Written by experts and featuring topics such as cardiovascular screening for athletes, electrocardiography of the QT interval and genetics of atrial fibrillation, each chapter highlights the latest developments of relevance to clinical practice. This book is also an invaluable revision tool for trainees preparing for postgraduate examinations.

ÔøΩ Practical and clinically relevant content, enhanced by Key Points for Clinical Practice at the end of each chapter

ÔøΩ Chapters focus on important recent developments in the field of cardiology

ÔøΩ Effective revision tool for candidates sitting postgraduate cardiology examinations