Cardiovascular Surgery

Author: Lan Xichun
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Publish Date: 2002-04-01
Features: Cardiovascular Surgery is primarily written and revised by experts in cardiovascular surgery from Shanghai Second Medical University and affiliated Renji Hospital, Xinhua Hospital, Ruijin Hospital, and the Ninth People's Hospital, with contributions from 29 domestic experts and professors of various ages. It incorporates recent advancements and achievements in cardiovascular surgery both domestically and internationally, and introduces the experiences of each author. The book has expanded to 111 chapters, divided into two main parts: cardiovascular surgery and vascular surgery, totaling eight sections. Section I covers cardiac surgery, Section II discusses congenital heart disease, Section III addresses acquired heart disease, Section IV covers vascular diseases, Section V focuses on arterial diseases, Section VI deals with venous diseases, Section VII covers combined arterial and venous diseases, and Section VIII addresses lymphatic diseases. First, it provides an overview of fundamental knowledge and methods, including embryonic anatomy, diagnostic examinations, cardiovascular surgical anesthesia, extracorporeal circulation, and postoperative care. Then, it systematically and comprehensively elaborates on the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, surgical indications, principles, and operative procedures for various cardiovascular diseases. In recent years, new diagnostic methods such as color Doppler ultrasound, digital subtraction angiography, and CT scans, as well as new technologies like interventional therapy and minimally invasive surgery, are also discussed. The book is rich in content, practical, and illustrated with figures and tables. It serves as a valuable reference for cardiovascular surgeons and general surgeons.