Clinical Cardio-oncology

Description

Clinical Cardio-oncology is a comprehensive, clinically focused title for cardiologists, oncologists, and specialists in cardio-oncology programs who need up-to-date knowledge about the cardiovascular effects of cancer treatment, especially on long-term cancer survivors. This brand-new resource covers the implementation of cardio-oncology into your practice, while a strong focus on patient management offers helpful information on coordinating care before, during, and after therapy. Its highly organized four-section format allows readers to quickly and easily locate relevant information.

Reviews

2017 BMA Awards: Highly Commended, Cardiology

 

"This textbook is a must for any clinical cardiologist caring for cancer survivors. I highly recommend you read it and keep it handy for reference."

-Douglas P. Zipes, MD (Indiana University School of Medicine, Krannert Institute of Cardiology)

Key Features

• Comprised of four sections for quick and easy reference: Oncology and Hematology Principles; Cardiac Complications from Cancer Therapy; Coordination of Care; and Cardio-oncology in Practice.
• Includes online case studies focused on the structure and implementation of cardio-oncology care.
• Provides expert wisdom from cardio-oncology authorities around the world, as well as consultation and perspectives from pioneers in the field of oncology.
• Highlights the principles of cancer therapies, including radiation and tumor therapy, as well as pre-, intra-, and post-therapy cardiology evaluation.
• Boasts chapters on implementing cardio-oncology into practice: primary cancer centers, comprehensive referral centers, group practices, and educational needs and goals for fellowship programs.
• Advises on how to coordinate care for the patient at every stage of treatment (pre-therapy, during therapy, after therapy, and end-of-life).
• Presents detailed information on various cardiac complications from cancer therapy, such as cardiomyopathy, vascular disease, arrhythmias, and hypertension.
• Teaches the principles of oncology and hematology with coverage of different therapy types and cardiac tumors.
• Includes a comprehensive drug guide.
• Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, images, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

Companion Products

• Clinical Cardio-oncology E-Book : Clinical Cardio-oncology E-Book
• Clinical Cardio-oncology

Table of Contents

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Author Information

By Joerg Herrmann, MD, Professor of Medicine, Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota