Hurst's the Heart, Arteries and Veins (9th ed) (2 Vol Set) [Hardcover]

R. Wayne Alexander (Editor), Robert C. Schlant (Editor), Valentin Fuster (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 15, 1998 | ISBN-10: 007912951X | ISBN-13: 978-0079129512 | Edition: 9th

A substantial and transforming revision of a classic text, the Ninth Edition of The Heart reflects the modern molecular focus of the new cardiology while embracing the physicians need for concise information on diagnosis and therapy. The editors have consolidated the table of contents, refocused the sections, reduced the number of chapters, and eliminated overlap. A new generation of contributors -- all rising stars in cardiology -- have been recruited to refresh many of the chapters and to expand the author base.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 2344 pages
• Publisher: Mcgraw-Hill (Tx); 9th edition (June 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 007912951X
• ISBN-13: 978-0079129512
• Product Dimensions: 14.2 x 9.8 x 4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,662,208 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A true gem of a book, August 19, 2000

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Dr. Lee D. Carlson (Baltimore, Maryland USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Hurst's the Heart, Arteries and Veins (Single Volume) (Hardcover)

This book is an exhaustive compilation of articles written by leading cardiologists and medical researchers who study the diseases and functioning of the heart. The sheer size of the book (over 2600 pages) make it a challenge to read entirely, but the articles that can be read are worthwhile spending time on. The only minus to the book is that there are no articles on the mathematical or computational modeling of the heart. But for studies in anatomy and physiology of the heart, and treatment of heart disease, this book is excellent. One would expect a higher price for the book considering its size and the color plates it has enclosed, so even at $150.00 it is still really a bargain.