Sports Cardiology Essentials (eBook, PDF)

Evaluation, Management and Case Studies

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

This book presents an invaluable symptoms-based approach to sports cardiology for sports medicine physicians, primary care physicians, and cardiologists. Edited by an authority in the field, the text offers sought-after insight on caring for the cardiac health of athletes. The first part of the book covers diagnostic tools and treatments. Readers will learn the fundamentals of the preparticipation exam, cardiac screening, and ECG use. Cardiac imaging and electrophysiologic testing are addressed as well. To aid with diagnosis, the second part of the book is organized by symptom and sign. Chapters on common signs such as shortness of breath, chest pain, and syncope provide guidance on which tests to perform and how to formulate a clinical workup. Referral is also noted. The third part of the book ties the text together and outlines specific cardiac diseases and disorders. Sudden cardiac arrest, congenital heart disease, and hypertension are among the topics discussed. Case studies are featured throughout to further understanding and the integration of concepts into daily practice. With contributions by both sports medicine physicians and cardiologists, this timely book bridges the gap between disciplines and is an unparalleled resource for those looking to effectively manage the cardiac health of active patients.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Springer New York
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. November 2010
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9780387927756
• Artikelnr.: 37289026

Autorenporträt

Christine E. Lawless, MD, MBA, FACC. Section Director of Preventive and Sports Cardiology, Associate Professor of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Davis Heart & Lung Research Institute, Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus, OH

Inhaltsangabe

Sudden cardiac death in athletics: scope of the problem and emergency response.- Cardiovascular screening of athletes: Focused exam, ECGs, and limited echocardiograms.- Echocardiography and advanced cardiac imaging in athletes.- Exercise training and prescription.- Role of genetic testing for sudden death predisposing heart conditions in athletes.- Shortness of breath. - Chest pain in the athlete: Differential diagnosis, evaluation and treatment.- The collapsed athlete.- Syncope/presyncope in the competitive athlete.- Electrophysiological approach to syncope and near-syncope in the athlete.- Heart murmurs.- Management of hypertension in athletes.- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.- Commotio cordis: Practical aspects ni sports.- Coronary artery anomalies and sports activities.- Participation in sports for the athlete with Marfan syndrome.- Congenital heart disease: Exercise and sports participation.- The athlete with an implanted device: Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators and Pacemakers.- Long QT syndrome and other channelopathies.- Cardiac effects of ergogenic aides and supplements.- Return-to-play decisions in athletes with cardiac conditions: guidelines and considerations.

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Sudden cardiac death in athletics: scope of the problem and emergency response.- Cardiovascular screening of athletes: Focused exam, ECGs, and limited echocardiograms.- Echocardiography and advanced cardiac imaging in athletes.- Exercise training and prescription.- Role of genetic testing for sudden death predisposing heart conditions in athletes.- Shortness of breath. - Chest pain in the athlete: Differential diagnosis, evaluation and treatment.- The collapsed athlete.- Syncope/presyncope in the competitive athlete.- Electrophysiological approach to syncope and near-syncope in the athlete.- Heart murmurs.- Management of hypertension in athletes.- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.- Commotio cordis: Practical aspects ni sports.- Coronary artery anomalies and sports activities.- Participation in sports for the athlete with Marfan syndrome.- Congenital heart disease: Exercise and sports participation.- The athlete with an implanted device: Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators and Pacemakers.- Long QT syndrome and other channelopathies.- Cardiac effects of ergogenic aides and supplements.- Return-to-play decisions in athletes with cardiac conditions: guidelines and considerations.

Rezensionen

From the reviews:

"An excellent resource for physicians on the frontlines of sports medicine, this book provides a thorough, easy-to-read review of the major topics in sports cardiology. ... Sports medicine residents, fellows, and practicing physicians are the intended audience. ... There is a significant level of pressure whenever a practitioner has to deal with an athlete's cardiac condition and this book provides a perfect resource to begin researching a patient's workup, treatment, and return to activity." (Vijay Jotwani, Doody's Review Service, March, 2011)