Braunwald's Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine, Single Volume [Hardcover]

Eugene Braunwald (Editor), Douglas P. Zipes (Editor), Peter Libby (Editor), Robert Bonow (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 15, 2004 | ISBN-10: 072160479X | ISBN-13: 978-0721604794 | Edition: 7

With 35 new chapters as well as comprehensive updates throughout, the New Edition of the cardiology masterwork represents the most complete revision to date. Hundreds of world authorities synthesize all of the developments that are revolutionizing practice-from the newest findings in molecular biology and genetics to the latest imaging modalities, interventional procedures, and medications. Plus, it now features an exciting full-color layout with many new illustrations, a brand-new section on preventive cardiology, 20 new contributors, and a wealth of e-dition options to meet any reference need.

• Presents 35 new chapters that cover some of the hottest topics in the field, including end of life issues - the genetic basis of cardiovascular disease - obesity and diabetes - cardiac regeneration - sleep apnea - and more.
• Offers meticulous revisions and updates of all other chapters.
• Features a bold new full-color design-with over 2,500 illustrations of breathtaking clarity.
• Comes with a bonus CD-ROM with all of the text's illustrations for use in PowerPoint®, plus additional video clips.
• Also available as a stand-alone web site and as a single or 2-volume set e-dition.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An indispensable reference tool. . . . The augmented content and enhanced visual appearance of the 2005
edition of Braunwald's classic textbook make this an excellent reference, while the electronic access and timely updates further increase its functionality.

The seventh edition of Braunwald's Heart Disease would be a worthy addition to the medical library of any practicing cardiologist, cardiology fellow, or health care practitioner with a special interest in heart disease." JAMA, July 20, 2005

Book Description

Hundreds of world authorities synthesize all of the developments that are revolutionizing practice

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 2288 pages
• Publisher: Saunders; 7 edition (October 15, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 072160479X
• ISBN-13: 978-0721604794
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.6 x 2.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #186,690 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the Bible of Cardiology, June 3, 2002

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B. Olalekan "smithsonian2000" (Nashville, TN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine (Single Volume) (Hardcover)

There are many authors that have mastered their subjects. Once in a while however, you come across some authors that have, in addition, mastered the art of imparting that knowledge to others. That is what you have in this volume that has become the indispensable resource for Cardiologists and cardiology fellows. What Harrison's is to Internal Medicine, and Gray's is to Gross Anatomy, Braunwald's is to Cardiology. It is probably easier to talk of the beach without mentioning water than to talk of cardiology without Braunwald's Heart Disease.
This is a very worthy reference resource.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A HARD-TO-FLAW MASTERPIECE, June 18, 2002

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This review is from: Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine (CD-ROM for Windows & Macintosh, Single-User Version) (CD-ROM)

Anyone familiar with Dr. Braunwald's superb cardiovascular exploits in the "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine" would not be surprised by the richness of this book.
The diligently crafted chapters are comprehensive, authoritative, well-illustrated, and include all the 'ins' and 'outs' of contemporary cardiology. It is one of the most consistent and coherent multi-authored texts in the field.
This single-volume CD-ROM package is a rich blend of evidence based medicine, best practice, and all the user-flexibility an e-book enthusiast would expect.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT BOOK, March 19, 2011

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This review is from: Braunwald's Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine, Single Volume: Expert Consult Premium Edition - Enhanced Online Features and Print, 9e (Heart Disease (Braunwald) (Single Vol)) (Hardcover)

This is the classic cardiology textbook. It is comprehensive, with lots of graphs and illustrations. Yes it is big (over 2000 pages), but would likely be 500+ pages less without pictures. Some pictures are worth a thousand words.

Online at[...] is great. I had some trouble, but it was resolved quickly and I can access the book anywhere. The search feature is good.

I am currently using it for the boards. Yes, I have board review books from Mayo and Cleveland Clinic, but they tend to go over the big stuff, and the boards often are more detailed. The most recent guidelines from the AHA/ACC are at the end of each relative chapter. It is very readable compared to some other cardiology texts.