Summary: | Reflecting rapid innovations in the field, Acute Coronary Syndromes, Second Edition uncovers the structural, physiological, and functional foundations of acute coronary syndromes-including the latest advances in the causes of inflammation and embolization, therapeutics, intravenous and oral antiplatelet agents, and anticoagulants.<br> <br> Presents original theories in the cost-effectiveness of diagnostic therapies of acute coronary syndromes!<br> <br> Providing seven new chapters demonstrating the most up-to-date information on invasive and conservative management strategies, aspirin resistance, and public health implications, Acute Coronary Syndromes, Second Edition<br> illustrates current approaches to bedside platelet function testing<br> considers novel ideas in combined fibrin and platelet-lysis for myocardial infarction<br> describes recent treatments with tirofiban, eptifibatide, clopidogrel, and low-molecular- weight heparins<br> and more!<br> Written by over 40 international experts in the field, Acute Coronary Syndromes, Second Edition is a monumental reference for cardiologists; internists; epidemiologists; molecular and cell biologists; pharmacologists; emergency room personnel; and graduate and medical school students in these disciplines.
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