Sex differences in Cardiac Diseases: Pathophysiology, Presentation, Diagnosis and Management

Sex-specific differences in cardiovascular disease risk factors, pathophysiology, presentation, response to therapy, and prognosis exist, and clinicians must be aware of these differences to reduce disparities in diagnosis and management. Sex Differences in Cardiac Disease provides a comprehensive review of these differences, with contributions from renowned experts and guideline-based recommendations. It is an essential resource for clinicians and researchers who treat men and women with CVD.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 720 pages
\n Publication date: 26 January 2021
\n Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc
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Sexual dimorphism, a fundamental biological phenomenon, manifests in various aspects of human biology, including cardiovascular disease (CVD). These differences, which are rooted in genetic, hormonal, and physiological factors, result in distinct risk factors, pathophysiology, presentation, response to therapy, and prognosis for CVD between men and women. Recognizing and understanding these sex-specific differences is crucial for clinicians to mitigate the gender disparity in the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular diseases.

Sex Differences in Cardiac Disease, a comprehensive and timely review, addresses these sex-specific differences in CVD. Authored by esteemed experts and guideline writers, the text provides a comprehensive state-of-the-art overview of CVD in men and women. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including risk factors, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic evaluation, and management strategies. The book highlights sex-specific guideline-based recommendations whenever available, offering practical insights for clinicians and researchers.

Designed with the busy clinician and researcher in mind, this text offers concise and practical data to care for men and women at risk for or with CVD. It serves as an essential resource for researchers, cardiologists, obstetricians, gynecologists, internists, family practitioners, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants, as well as their respective trainees. By delving into the intricacies of sex-specific CVD, the book aims to enhance the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular diseases in both genders, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

\n Weight: 1932g\n
Dimension: 215 x 277 x 43 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780128193693\n \n