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John S. Child

    Congenital Heart Disease in Adults - Third Edition
    • Dr. Perloff, a pioneer in adult congenital heart disease, presents a decade of research and clinical data in this redefined 3rd edition, offering the most current insights. With advancements in pediatric diagnosis and treatment, many individuals with congenital heart disease (CHD) now thrive into adulthood. Expert contributors provide a multidisciplinary approach to treatment, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the subspecialty, including unoperated malformations, medical and surgical perspectives, postoperative issues, and sequelae. As a healthcare provider for these patients, you must be equipped for their ongoing care. The text emphasizes a multi-system approach to lifelong management, presenting information in a clear, logical format for easy application. It features 600 conceptual illustrations to clarify complex topics and includes rewritten chapters reflecting the latest developments in surgical and interventional techniques. Recent trials on cyanotic CHD and related topics supplement the relevant chapters. A new section on imaging, edited by an expert, covers echocardiography and specialized techniques. New chapters address the global scope of adult congenital heart disease, cardiac transplantation, and electrophysiologic abnormalities, highlighting the subspecialty's growth and its impact on treatment. The revisions involve contributions from experts across various fields, enhancing the text's depth and relevance.

      Congenital Heart Disease in Adults - Third Edition2008