Seven Steps to Stop a Heart Attack [Hardcover]

Dr. Bob Arnot (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 21, 2004

When Dr. Bob Arnot's father -- himself a distinguished doctor -- died of a massive heart attack, it came as a horrible shock. A heart attack can happen to anyone, but upon further investigation, Dr. Arnot came to believe that his father's death could have been prevented. The tragedy inspired Dr. Arnot to write this book, exploring all the very latest developments in medical science, many of which have come to light only recently, and developing steps that can help people avoid his father's fate. Dr. Bob discusses how to:

• Know the warning signs
• Determine your risk
• Get the right diagnosis
• Get the right medications
• Get the right procedures

Based on extensive discussions with renowned experts in the field of cardiology, Seven Steps to Stop a Heart Attack covers all the risks, symptoms, procedures, and medications in prose that is clear, concise, and easy to follow. For a country in which half a million people die each year from heart attacks, this is a work of profound importance for the general public and physicians alike.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Not only is heart disease the number one cause of death in America, it's also a problem that can frequently be prevented. Tragically, however, one of its first symptoms is often sudden, unexpected death from a heart attack. In his ninth book (after The Breast Health Cookbook; The Prostate Cancer Protection Plan; etc.), Arnot aims to give readers the tools to ensure they're not among the patients who "fall through the cracks." He outlines his seven steps in straightforward chapters on detecting warning signs, determining risk, taking medication and more. Incorporating the sometimes contradictory opinions of various medical experts, he puts the responsibility of making an informed decision into readers' hands, explaining that physicians may miss telltale signs and hospitals may not be ready to deal with a particular problem (some, for example, aren't equipped for life-saving balloon therapy, so it pays to research local health care options before a crisis arises). There's no universal plan to treat heart disease, Arnot stresses, but he urges readers to become educated regarding their options and aggressive in the lifestyle changes that could save their lives.
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Dr. Dean Ornish, president and director of the Preventive Medicine Research Institute Dr. Bob Arnot's approach is one of the most comprehensive and useful.

James L. McGuire, M.D., chief of staff, Stanford University Hospital Dr. Arnot's advice is both inspirational and practical. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster (December 21, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0743225570
• ISBN-13: 978-0743225571
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,410,216 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 7 Steps to Stop Heart Attack by Dr. Arnot MD, August 13, 2005

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Joseph S. Maresca "Dr. Joseph S. Maresca CPA,... (Bronxville, New York USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Seven Steps to Stop a Heart Attack (Hardcover)

The author cites classic signs of heart problems which include

the following:

- weakness

- tiredness

- sweating

- shortness of breath, face and jaw pain

- GI nausea and vomit (women may get upper abdominal pain)

The Echocardiogram is the gold standard to test for heart problems following the classic symtomatology. Aspirin can be helpful on an immediate basis . Nitroglycerine may be necessary as well.

Glco protein II 6 and IIa are other classic treatment options.

TPA is an important clot buster which may be helpful. The C reactive protein blood profile describes the classic inflammation

experienced with heart problems. Diabetics have a harder time detecting pain due to neuropathy.

This book is an important reference guide for indicators of heart

trouble. Appropriate strategies are provided to help the reader

prolong life. The acquisition is priced reasonably for cost-conscious readers.

5.0 out of 5 stars If you have heart disease, read This book, November 21, 2007

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This review is from: Seven Steps to Stop a Heart Attack (Hardcover)

This book contains everything your cardiologist doesnt have time to tell you. It is essential reading for anyone who has been diagnosed with heart disease, had a stent, angioplasty or a heart attack. Excellent read.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Seven Steps to Stop a Heart Attack, March 20, 2006

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Frederick R. Welsh "user225937" (Vassar, Michigan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Seven Steps to Stop a Heart Attack (Hardcover)

I have studied heart disease since having a heart attack two years ago. Thanks to the internet, I have been able to spend hundreds of hours on stem cell research, chronic heart disease, modern drug treatment, and many other topics related to this condition. Dr. Bob Arnot's book is an outstanding effort to write a clear plan of attack for anyone affected by this condition.

The book is very up-to-date. It mentions work that has taken place in the last year or so. It also manages to explain in words that most of us can easily understand what these tests mean and how they can be applied.

This book was a real page turner. It is exciting and optimistic. If you ever wondered what those drugs you are taking did, then this book will tell you. If you what to know about stenting, start here. If you knew someone who had a heart by-pass ten years ago and want an update on the procedure, read this.

This is a very good book.