Clinical Lipidology: A Companion to Braunwald's Heart Disease

Clinical Lipidology: A Companion to Braunwald's Heart Disease
ISBN-10
1416054693
ISBN-13
9781416054696
Category
Medical
Pages
584
Language
English
Published
2009
Publisher
Elsevier Health Sciences
Author
Christie M. Ballantyne

Description

The author, one of the lipid experts in the world, together with a cast of contributors, provides all of the scientific and clinical information needed to manage every aspect of dyslipidemia. From basic science to pathogenesis of atherothrombotic disease to risk assessment and the latest therapy options, this new title in the Braunwald's Heart Disease family offers up-to-date coverage and guidance on lipidology in a straightforward, accessible, and user-friendly style. Contains extensive clinically relevant information covering risk assessment, therapy, special patient populations, and experimental therapies, including targeting HDL to help you effectively manage any challenges you face. Uses treatment algorithms for easy access to key content. Presents current practice guidelines that assist in the decision-making process.

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