Revised and updated, Cardiology Secrets, 3rd Edition has the answers. Comprehensive, yet easy to read, Dr. Levine presents all the latest advances in the diagnosis and treatment of heart conditions in this popular Secret Series volume. A two-color page layout, portable size, and a list of the Top 100 Secrets in cardiology help you better meet the challenges you face today. You'll find all the features you rely on from the Secrets Series a question-and-answer format, lists, mnemonics, tables and an informal tone that make reference fast and easy. Plus, new imaging modalities and pharmacologic agents keep you on the cusp of the latest advances
Key Features
Expedites reference and review with a question-and-answer format, bulleted lists, mnemonics, and practical tips from the authors.

Covers the full range of essential topics, including general examination, diagnostic procedures, arrhythmias, symptoms and disease states, valvular heart disease, cardiovascular pharmacology, and other medical conditions with associated cardiac involvement.

Features a two-color page layout, "Key Points" boxes, and lists of useful web sites to enhance your reference power.

Presents a chapter containing "Top 100 Secrets", providing you with an overview of essential material for last-minute study or self-assessment.

Fits comfortably in the pocket of your lab coat so you have it conveniently on hand at all times.
New to This Edition
Presents a new editor and a new contributor team who bring you fresh perspectives and the latest research in cardiology.

Discusses the latest imaging modalities and pharmacologic agents to keep you up to date.

Uses a new contemporary internal design that helps you navigate the text easier

Section I: Physical Examination

Ch 1 CV Physical Exam


Ch 2 Heart Murmurs


Section II: Diagnostic Tests and Procedures

Ch 3 Electrocardiogram


Ch 4 Chest Radiographs


Ch 5 Echocardiography


Ch 6 Exercise Stress Testing


Ch 7 Nuclear Cardiology


Ch 8 Holter Monitors, Event Monitors, Ambulatory Monitors and Implantable Loop Recorders


Ch 9 Cardiac CT Angiography


Ch 10 Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)


Ch 11 Cardiac Positron Emission Tomography (PET)


Ch 12 Bedside Hemodynamic Monitoring


Ch 13 Endomyocardial Biopsy


Ch 14 Catherization, Cardiac Angiography, IVUS and FFR


Section III: Chest Pains, Angina, CAD and Acute Coronary Symptoms

Ch 15 Chest Pains and Angina


Ch 16 Chronic Stable Angina


Ch 17 Non-ST-Segment-Elevation Acute Coronary Syndromes


Ch 18 ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction


Ch 19 Cardiogenic Shock

Ch 20 Percutaneous Coronary Interventions


Ch 21 Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery


Section IV: CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE, MYOCARDITIS, AND CARDIOMYOPATHIES

Ch 22 Acute Decompensated Heart Failure


Ch 23 Congestive Heart Failure: Evaluation and Long Term Management


Ch 24 Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction


Ch 25 Myocarditis


Ch 26 Dilated Cardiomyopathy




Ch 27 Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy


Ch 28 Restrictive Cardiomyopathy


Ch 29 Cardiac Transplantation

Section V: VALVULAR DISEASE, STRUCTURAL HEART DISEASE, AND ENDOCARDITIS

Ch 30 Aortic Valve Disease


Ch 31 Mitral Stenosis, Mitral Regurgitation and Mitral Valve Prolapse


Ch 32 Prosthetic Heart Valves


Ch 33 Endocarditis and Endocarditis Prophylaxis


SECTION VI: ARRHYTHMIAS

Ch 34 Atrial Fibrillation


Ch 35 Supraventricular Tachycardia


Ch 36 Ventricular Tachycardia


Ch 37 Cardiac Pacemakers and Resynchronization Therapy


Ch 38 Implantable Cardiac Defibrillators


Ch 39 Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support


SECTION VII: PRIMARY AND SECONDARY PREVENTION


Ch 40 Hypertension


Ch 41 Hypercholesterolemia


Ch 42 Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease


Ch 43 Smoking Cessation: A Priority For the Cardiac Patient


Ch 44 Exercise and the Heart


SECTION VIII: MISCELLANEOUS CARDOVASCULAR SYMPTOMS AND DISEASES

Ch 45 Adult Congenital Heart Disease


Ch 46 Cardiac Manifestations of HIV/AIDS


Ch 47 Cardiovascular Manifestations of Connective Tissue Disorders and the Vasculitides




Ch 48 Cardiac Tumors


Ch 49 Cocaine and the Heart


Ch 50 Deep Vein Thrombosis


Ch 51




Ch 52 Hypertensive Crisis


Ch 53 Oral Anticoagulation


Ch 54 Pericardits, Pericardial Constriction, and Pericardial Tamponade


Ch 55 Peripheral Arterial Disease


Ch 56 Preoperative Cardiac Evaluation


Ch 57 Pulmonary Embolism


Ch 58 Pulmonary Hypertension


Ch 59 Stroke and TIA


Ch 60 Syncope


Ch 61 Traumatic Heart Disease