Perioperative Nursing

Author: Xue Fushan
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Publish Date: 2001-06-01
Features: This book is a comprehensive monograph on the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), divided into four volumes: Volume 1 (Basic Theories), Volume 2 (Clinical Syndromes and Treatment), Volume 3 (Modern Research), and an Appendix (Common Diagnostic Techniques for Cardiovascular Diseases).
Volume 1 introduces the origins and development of TCM theories related to the heart system, the anatomical view of the heart and pericardium, the physiological functions and characteristics of the heart, its relationships with other organs, etiology and pathogenesis, clinical diagnosis, differential diagnosis, syndrome differentiation methods, and treatment principles. Volume 2 covers the TCM syndrome differentiation and treatment of heart-related disorders and Western cardiovascular diseases, selecting over 60 common conditions. Each condition is organized by clinical manifestations, diagnostic key points, differential diagnosis, etiology and pathogenesis, preventive and therapeutic measures, and research progress, highlighting TCM characteristics. Volume 3 focuses on modern TCM research achievements in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular diseases, including studies on the heart tissue, pulse diagnosis, tongue diagnosis, acupuncture and acupoints, herbal formulas, and medicinal research. The appendix introduces common diagnostic techniques for cardiovascular diseases.
At the end of the book, there is an index of herbal formulas for clinical reference. This book features an innovative structure, rich content, and strong practicality, making it a valuable reference for clinical practitioners, educators, and researchers in TCM, Western medicine, and integrated Chinese and Western medicine, especially for clinicians in hospitals at all levels.