Cardiovascular Surgery (Second Edition)

Author: Lan Xichun et al
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Publish Date: 2002-04-01
Features: The Cardiovascular Surgery is primarily written and revised by experts in cardiac and vascular surgery from Shanghai Second Medical University and its 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—cardiac surgery and vascular surgery—comprising eight sections. Section I covers cardiac summaries, Section II focuses on congenital heart diseases, Section III on acquired heart diseases, Section IV on vascular diseases, Section V on arterial diseases, Section VI on venous diseases, Section VII on combined arterial and venous diseases, and Section VIII on lymphatic diseases. First, it provides an overview of fundamental knowledge and methods, including embryological 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 procedural steps 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 well-illustrated. It serves as a valuable reference for cardiac and vascular surgeons as well as general surgeons.