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Classic Blood & Heart Films DVD: 1930s – 1950s Blood Tests, The Heart, Circulation & Cardiovascular System History Pictures Films $12.99 This compilation features films about blood, the circulatory system and the heart. These vintage films are full of bizarre experiments based on quirky science. Table Of Contents: (1) Precipitins (1930) – A bizarre silent film that does experiments comparing the blood of rabbits and sheep the blood of humans – 8 Minutes (2) Heart and Circulation (1937) – A vivid film about the importance of the hea… |
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Partners of the Heart: Vivien Thomas and His Work with Alfred Blalock: An Autobiography $14.92 Visitors to the Blalock Building at the Johns Hopkins University Medical Center are greeted by portraits of two great men. One, of renowned heart surgeon Alfred Blalock, speaks for itself. The other, of highschool graduate Vivien Thomas, is testimony to the incredible genius and determination of the first black man to hold a professional position at one of America’s premier medical institutions.Th… |
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American Heart Association Fitting in Fitness: Hundreds of Simple Ways to Put More Physical Activity into Your Life $1.40 If you’re like most people, your life is so hectic that it’s hard to imagine squeezing in time for daily exercise. The good news is that you can get fit without an expensive gym membership or rigorous workout schedule. New research proves that you can “sneak up” on fitness by grabbing a little time here and there throughout the day so you total at least thirty minutes of moderate activity on most … |
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Coronary: A True Story of Medicine Gone Awry $3.18 A chilling real-life medical thriller, Coronary chronicles the story of two highly respected heart doctors who violated the most sacred principle of their profession: First, do no harm.In the summer of 2002, fifty-five-year-old John Corapi, a Catholic priest with a colorful background, visited Dr. Chae Hyun Moon, a celebrated cardiologist in Redding, California. Corapi had been suffering from exha… |

I am a 16 year old woman, why I have pain in your chest?
Today during school, I felt a sharp pain in my back upper. Later that day the pain was in my throat and now it's in my chest. It hurts when I yawn a deep breath and / or. It hurts when I bend over. The pain goes away for a little while, but it comes back, when I yawn. I do not have a history of cardiovascular problems and I have a good general Health. What is wrong? I feel a little better than me for a few hours before, but I'm still worried. My mother did not seem too worried. I would like really, that someone help me identify this problem, or call me for advice on what to do, such as. Thank you very much.
Well, if your pain in the chest, which go into the neck etc then you should really go to the ER too. Just because your only 16 do not mean that its not your heart or pulmonary embolism. I'm not trying to scare can not bee, but it's something that you do not play to with.
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Life History Of Cardiovascular Disease Pb $63.95 This book aims at contributing to the study of chronic diseases and the debate on compression versus expansion of morbidity by applying a new methodology that integrates demography and epidemiology and by deriving indicators of cardiovascular disease hist |
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The Cardiovascular System at a Glance (At a Glance) $43.48 This concise and accessible systems-based text provides an integrated overview which considers both the basic sciences and clinical applications of the cardiovascular system. A general introduction to the cardiovascular system is followed by anatomy and histology, blood and body fluids, biochemistry and excitation-contraction coupling, form and function, integration and regulation, and pathology and therapeutics. The Cardiovascular System at a Glance is a perfect introduction and revision aid to understanding the heart and circulation and now also features: * An extended section of self-assessment clinical cases to aid revision and illustrate clinical relevance * Up-to-date information on pharmacology of the cardiovascular system * Expanded material on history and examination and increased detail on ECG of arrhythmias * Highly visual colour presentation |
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The Cardiovascular System at a Glance $35.61 This concise and accessible systems-based text provides an integrated overview which considers both the basic sciences and clinical applications of the cardiovascular system. A general introduction to the cardiovascular system is followed by anatomy and histology, blood and body fluids, biochemistry and excitation-contraction coupling, form and function, integration and regulation, and pathology and therapeutics. The Cardiovascular System at a Glance is a perfect introduction and revision aid to understanding the heart and circulation and now also features: An extended section of self-assessment clinical cases to aid revision and illustrate clinical relevance Up-to-date information on pharmacology of the cardiovascular system Expanded material on history and examination and increased detail on ECG of arrhythmias Highly visual colour presentation |
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Cardiovascular Drug Development[eBook] $156.53 pThese multidisciplinary presentations provide information essential to devising effective drug protocols in cardiovascular drug development, facilitating the approval process. br /Guides researchers and developers through the government drug approval process, facilitating development, minimizing costs, and harmonizing international standards employed in the creation of vital new cardiovascular therapies! br /Cardiovascular Drug Developmentbr /liexplores the delicate balance of efficacy and safety that cardiovascular therapy must achieve to gain regulatory approval br //lilidiscusses the search for surrogates and the need in some areas for natural history endpoints br //lilireviews optimum strategies for protocol design in the development of drugs to treat hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias, heart failure, coronary artery disease, and hypercholesterolemia and other lipid disorders br //lilicompares and contrasts the varying standards of evidence for drug a… |
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Cardiovascular Nursing Secrets $49.98 Part of the Nursing Secrets Series, Cardiovascular Nursing Secrets is designed to be helpful for both new and experienced nurses in the cardiovascular field. New graduates, novice nurses, or those nurses returning to work in the cardiovascular field will find the book especially helpful in learning the "pearls" or "secrets" of practice. Written in a question & answer format.Section I: Assessment provides a guide to assessment skills, such as history taking and conducting a focused cardiovascular physical exam. Includes common questions that new or experienced nurses may have about history taking and completing a physical exam in a timely manner. "Pearls" of the trade are included regarding heart auscultation. Other aspects of physical assessment, such as hemodynamic monitoring (both invasive and non-invasive) are also included.Section II: Diagnostic Procedures discusses the various types of diagnostic studies that are pertinent to the CV patient population, indications for each, and includes tips on result interpretation. Patient preparation instruction and tips for patient education for each procedure are also addressed.Section III: Symptoms and Disease States includes a discussion on common etiologies of the symptoms or disease states, differential diagnoses, the most common treatments and introduces any controversies therein.Section IV: Therapeutic Options covers some of the major categories of treatment options for CV patients. Includes patient preparation and education tips.Section V: Cardiovascular Pharmacology covers some of the major categories of pharmacological treatment options for CV patients, including indications for use, potential side effects, patient education, and any current controversies in the field of each treatment option.Section VI: Cardiovascular Risk Reduction covers areas of cardiovascular risk reduction that nurses commonly address when conducting assessments, educating for primary/secondary prevention of CV events, and completing patient discharge planning. Common strategies and "pearls" of the trade are given to optimize patient adherence.Section VII: Special Patient Populations covers selected special patient populations that are commonly seen in practice. The unique characteristics of each sub-population in the relationship to CV disease are also briefly reviewed. Includes common questions asked by new and experienced nurses.Section VIII: Current Topics in Cardiology covers issues of family presence during invasive or resuscitative procedures, end of life patient care and genetics as they relate to the cardiovascular patient.Uses an effective 2-color format to provide answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding cardiovascular nursing.Lists 75 "Top Secrets" of cardiovascular nursing in the front matter for quick reference.Features Key Points boxes to emphasize the most important material in the chapter.Provides Internet Resources in each chapter for fu… |
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Cardiovascular Therapy (cardiovascular Clinics) $2.98 Cardiovascular Therapy (cardiovascular Clinics) |
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Management of Complex Cardiovascular Problems $25 Current trends predict that, by the year 2020, cardiovascular disease (CVD) will be the most common cause of death in the history of the human species. This century alone has seen the rise and recognition of CVD as a global problem, affecting both Western and Eastern populations in ever-increasing numbers. While modern research methods have lead to great strides in understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and decreasing its mortality, CVD still remains a major medical, social, and economic problem.<p>In thirteen chapters, this book identifies clearly the most common cardiovascular problems encountered at the bedside by the consultant cardiologist. It then describes the possible different practical options in the management of these problems. These strategies incorporate data from recent clinical trials, with particular attention paid to specific subsets of patients who may (or may not) benefit from the suggested treatment. The intelligent application of these treatment modalities, tailored to a particular patient and maximized by the personal approach of the individual cardiologist consultant, will hopefully bring about the long-projected better outcome.<p>In addition to common medical management, indications and practical suggestions for catheter-based interventions, endovascular pharmacologic manipulation, and atrial and ventricular pacing or defibrillation, are also addressed. Clinical cardiologists, internists or family physicians, as well as fellows and cardiovascular nurses, will find this book a valuable evidence-based medicine resource in the ongoing, global battle against complex cardiovascular problems.Foreword.<p><i>Eugene Braunwald.<p></i>Preface.<p><i>Thach Nguyen</i>.<p>1. Acute Coronary Syndromes: Unstable Angina and Non-ST Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction.<p><i>Allen Solomon and Bernard Gersh</i>.<p>2. Management of ST Elevation Acute Myocardial Infarction.<p>@9 |
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Cardiovascular/Pulmonary Essentials $67.48 Cardiovascular/Pulmonary Essentials: Applying the Preferred Physical Therapist Practice Patterns(SM) answers the call to what today’s physical therapy students and clinicians are looking for when integrating the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice as it relates to the cardiopulmonary system in clinical care. As a part of Essentials in Physical Therapy led by Series Editor Dr. Marilyn Moffat, Cardiovascular/Pulmonary Essentials: Applying the Preferred Physical Therapist Practice Pattern(SM) is edited by Dr. Donna Frownfelter in a user-friendly format that not only brings together the conceptual frameworks of the Guide language, but also parallels the patterns of the Guide. In each case, where appropriate, a brief review of the pertinent anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and imaging is provided. Each pattern then details two to three diversified case studies coinciding with the Guide format. The physical therapist examination, including history, systems review, and specific tests and measures for each case, as well as evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, plan of care, and evidence-based interventions are also addressed. Sample Cases in Some of the Practice Patterns Include: • Primary Prevention/Risk Reduction for Cardiovascular/Pulmonary Disorders: A junior high student status post hospitalization for pneumonia with personal and familial cardiovascular and pulmonary risk factors; A weekend warrior status post ACL repair with significant cardiovascular and pulmonary risk factors; A medically frail elderly female with CHF in failing health. • Impaired Ventilation Respiration/Gas Exchange, and Aerobic Capacity / Endurance Associated with Airway Clearance Dysfunction: A child with CF exacerbation and failure to thrive; a forty year old patient with CF experiencing a pulmonary exacerbation; A patient with bronchitis and emphysema who has Organic Toxic Dust Syndrome. • Impaired Ventilation and Respiratory/Gas Exchange Associated With Ventilatory Pump Dysfunction/Failure: A child with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy who has acute shortness of breath with possible aspiration; A patient with Guillain Barre Syndrome, pneumonia and shortness of breath. • Impaired Circulation and Anthropometric Dimensions Associated With Lymphatic System Disorders: A female two years status post lumpectomy and lymph node dissection for breast cancer with secondary lymphedema of her right upper extremity; A male with lower extremity lymphedema following surgery for prostate cancer. At long last, Dr. Marilyn Moffat and Dr. Donna Frownfelter have created a book that will integrate the parameters of the Guide, as it relates to the cardiopulmonary system, into the practice arena, that not only covers the material but also allows for a problem-solving approach to learning for educators and students. |
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Therapeutic Strategies in Cardiovascular Risk $89.95 The multi-factorial nature of cardiovascular disease has important implications for the planning of effective treatment strategies. Lifestyle factors such as diet, smoking history and exercise combine with endogenous predictors such as ethnicity and family history to give every individual a unique risk profile. To achieve a better outcome for the patient, we first need to understand how these factors work, singly and in combination, to cause or accelerate progression of disease. With this knowledge we can then develop more effective strategies for management that incorporate changes in lifestyle as well as pharmacological combination therapy for hypertension, dyslipidaemia, diabetes and other related conditions. In this volume the authors demonstrate how an ability to measure and quantify risk enables us to isolate key predictors of morbidity and informs the formulation of appropriate treatment strategies. |
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Neuropsychology of Cardiovascular Disease: 2nd Edition $42 Cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States and many other countries, confers substantial risk for cerebrovascular events, such as stroke and vascular dementia. The neuropsychological sequelae of such conditions are well documented and can have a devastating impact on individuals’ quality of life. However, prior to the development of overt cerebrovascular complications, persons with cardiovascular disease or its risk factors may display mild to severe neuropsychological difficulties. Medical and surgical treatments for cardiovascular disease have also been found to affect neuropsychological function. <br<brThis landmark volume offers the first comprehensive overview of the neuropsychological consequences of cardiovascular disease, tracking its natural history, epidemiology, and treatments. It encourages researchers and clinicians to consider all relevant facets of vascular disease processes in their evaluation, study, and treatment of affected patients and indicates a need for primary and secondary prevention efforts. <iNeuropsychology of Cardiovascular Disease</iwill be welcomed as an invaluable resource by neuropsychologists, specialists in behavioral medicine, neurologists, cardiologists, epidemiologists, gerontologists, and many other health professionals whose work brings them into contact with these challenging patients.<br |
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Pollock’s Textbook of Cardiovascular Disease and Rehabilitation $87.39 Dedicated to Michael Pollack (1936-1998), a preeminent scientist in the field, and intended as an up-to-date reference to both scientific and clinical topics, this volume comprises 34 contributed chapters combining the expertise of physicians with that of specialists in exercise and behavioral science. Early chapters discuss the history of cardiovascular rehabilitation, the epidemiology of cardiovascular disease, exercise as medicine from antiquity to the present, risk factor intervention, and clinical practice guidelines. Following are chapters on pathophsiology, diagnosis, and medical management; lifestyle management; common comorbidities and complications; and rehabilitation. The four editors are affiliated, respectively, with the U. of South Carolina, Healthy Living & Exercise Medicine Associates, the U. of Buffalo, and William Beaumont Hospital. |
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Cardiovascular MRI in Practice $103.5 This book and DVD package represents a new and fundamentally different way of learning cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR). The entire project is encoded on a single (dual-layer) DVD as a series of web pages that can be displayed offline in any web browser (eg. Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari). Unlike previous CMR textbooks containing a few pre-selected views for each case, this book and DVD contains the entire scan for each of the 150 clinical cases (totalling more than 88,000 CMR images). Within each case, all the necessary tools to make the diagnosis are presented in exactly the same format as they are used every day at leading CMR clinical centers, including side-by-side movies, image magnification, single stepping, and even measurement tools (measurements require an internet connection). This format provides the student of CMR with the unprecedented opportunity to review all of the data and attempt to reach their own conclusion, and then reference an expert opinion simply by clicking on the "Case Discussion" web link. The cases demonstrate the utility of CMR for the entire spectrum of cardiovascular pathology. Straightforward cases are presented, along with more unusual entities. The first few cases are designed to introduce the reader to the display format and to the techniques used in CMR, including the mechanics and nuances of image acquisition. The cases that then follow can be sorted by category (congenital heart disease, cardiomyopathies, etc) if desired, but are otherwise presented in a random format to allow readers to test themselves in interpreting "unknowns." In the initial presentation of the images, the history is withheld, but clicking the "history" button atthe top of the page will reveal it. Through this presentation of unknown cases, the reader can encounter the unfiltered "raw data" of real patient scans, and can formulate their own opinion, then obtaining immediate feedback by reading the discussion. Th |
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Complementary and Integrative Therapies for Cardiovascular Disease $24.99 Edited by a world-renowned clinical cardiologist, pharmacologist and clinical researcher, along with two major figures in complementary medicine practice, Complementary and Integrative Therapies for Cardiovascular Disease is the first text to discuss all the major Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) practices that have been used for cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment. The book includes discussions of the potential benefits and risks of alternative therapies for treatment and prevention of cardiovascular disease, as well as their integration into standard medical care. Therapies covered include the use of nutriceuticals (vitamins, amino acid, and natural antioxidants and minerals), herbal remedies (plus potential herbal remedy-drug interactions), various psychological and relaxation approaches (mind/body therapies, hypnosis, biofeedback and cognitive therapy, etc.), various alternative medicine disciplines (including QiGong and TaiChi, Ayurveda and Yoga), Native American practices, homeopathy, osteopathy, and specific modalities (such as acupuncture, auriculotherapy, chelation, aromatherapy, music therapy, sauna, meditation and prayer, animal-assisted therapy, Shiatsu and massage, magnetotherapy, and spinal cord stimulation). Chapters on specific approaches and therapies are organized to discuss the history and rationale behind each alternative practice, the strengths and weaknesses of the available clinical studies, the potential risks and benefits, and how the therapy might be integrated into a conventional medical practice.<br><br><ul><li>Edited by a prominent clinical cardiologist and researcher, each chapter provides authoritative and evidence-based assessment of CAM practice in relation to cardiovascular medicine.</li><li>This is the first comprehensive text on CAM as used in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease.</li><li>Provides professionals with all the appropriate inform@8ýp£×ÿ¾Úð |
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Cardiovascular Pathophysiology $58.5 Cardiovascular Pathophysiology |
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Cardiovascular Disease $12.6 Cardiovascular Disease |
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The Cardiovascular System $43.65 The Cardiovascular System |
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Cardiovascular Physiology $39.72 Cardiovascular Physiology |
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Cardiovascular Disorders $38.75 Cardiovascular Disorders |
Persons whose bodies are not required amount of insulin and / or they are in an appropriate manner, diabetic. Everything in the life of a diabetic person is bitter. Although certain hereditary and environmental reasons, such as obesity and no movement is seen as the root causes of this disease, still secret, the exact cause of it goes on. Scientific Brotherhood is found in the entire working to establish the exact cause behind it, but so far not come to a concrete outcome (Weiss 2007).
We have from the production and use of insulin in the body in the preceding paragraph discussed without mentioning the role it plays in the functioning of the body. Insulin is the Indeed, a hormone that regulates the level of glucose in the blood. When the glucose in the body of a person rises above 125 mg / dL, it is sufficient to establish that the person suffers diabetes. It is divided into two types. In type 1 decreased production of insulin in the body whereas type 2 is, complete body insulin resistance. Loss of insulin in the beta cells of the pancreas causes type 1 diabetes mellitus. Both lead to hyperglycemia, which is producing excessive urine and abnormal Sweating takes place that causes a lack of fluids in the body. In addition to this vision of a burr person is diabetic, weight loss occurs and fluid intake have is abnormally increased. In case it is not diagnosed in time and can be adequately controlled because of possible kidney failure, nerve damage and / or cardiovascular disease be fatal. It leads to gangrene and amputation, because it disables the healing function of the body (NLM 2009).
Comparatively cheaper, faster and easy test for the diagnosis of diabetes is FPGT (fasting plasma glucose test). Oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) is another test that determines whether a diabetic or not.
Diabetes is treatable and controllable, because the discovery of insulin in 1921. The administration of insulin via syringe or pump, type 1 diabetes is whereas type 2 diabetes is treated mainly address of dietary supplements and insulin recommendations. In addition to the treatment of its risk factors may also be minimized through appropriate lifestyle changes and controlling blood pressure. Awareness of the severity of the disease is particularly important for patients. A diabetic person should be prepared to insulin in a regular and disciplined, but with due diligence during the implementation of daily activities to participate. Type 2 diabetes is mainly by reducing weight and increasing physical activity is treated with the use of oral antidiabetic agents. Oral medication attenuates Insulin resistance and insulin production is impaired. Regular inspections are for those who fall within the age group of 40 to 50 in the preamble, confirms Diabetics is recommended routine examination (ADA 2009).
It usually happens when a person is diagnosed as diabetic a lot of questions will run through the minds of all those who love that people like, what are the symptoms of this disease and how can be restricted if a currently experiencing the warning signs. No need to worry in case one has a strong health history, no history of diabetes in the family. It must be remembered also that most of the symptoms of the two forms of diabetes are nearly equal, and both show that a body is limited, the cells have access to glucose, which is used by them. Due to the overload of glucose in the blood, frequent urination is because extra-renal draw water from the blood to dilute glucose. In the event of experiencing a tingling sensation in the legs, feet and / or ranges it also indicates that the person may have diabetes. Tingling is due to the high level of glucose in the blood, which causes damage to the delicate nervous system of the body. Troubles with the vision of hunger and / or fatigue are the most frequent signals of diabetes.
Diabetes, especially type 2, an alarming increase in the American society and other Companies in the world, because so far, its exact cause is unknown. Except that most people are not aware of residents in the developed societies of the world his symptoms. About 23.6 million Americans have diabetes are provided. It's almost 8% of the total population. It includes over 24% of people who are not so far such as diabetes are diagnosed. It is estimated that there were approximately $ 174 billion for diabetes care in 2007 spent. Apparently the sixth was the main cause of diabetes for deaths in 2000. About 213,062 people died of diabetes-related deaths from throughout this year. Because it is a silent disease slowly damages the most sensitive Parts of the body such as heart and kidneys. Most people keep that in mind when it becomes difficult to control the damage. Obesity is identified as one of its Causes and fats because the body properly use the limited ability of the body to insulin. Most American children and adults have been diagnosed as Diabetes, because the obese. It is estimated that over the past three decades the number of overweight children is associated with diabetes nearly tripled. Lack of exercise and physical activity, with a lot of fats and processed sugar causes obesity. There is therefore need to be careful to eat what and how much go to. Share more healthy food choices and keep your diet varied. A food specialist can advise the best you about your diet, both you incase are diabetic or otherwise (NIDDK 2008: Whitaker, 2009).
Weiss, Michael (2007). The Little Diabetes Book You Need More to Read. New York: Running Press.
Whitaker, Julian (2009). Reversing Diabetes. San Diego: Wellness Central.