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Congenital Heart Disease: A Clinical, Pathological, Embryological, and Segmental Analysis
Authored by the leading figure in the standard nomenclature of congenital heart disease (CHD), this comprehensive text serves as a pivotal resource for understanding the multifaceted aspects of CHD. The book delves into the historical context, anatomical features, and physiological ramifications of this complex spectrum of disorders.
The Van Praagh approach, a segmental classification system forged by Dr. Richard Van Praagh in the 1960s at Boston Children’s Hospital, has stood the test of time and is integral to the dialogue among radiologists, cardiologists, surgeons, and pediatricians engaged in the diagnosis, characterization, and management of congenital heart anomalies.
This unique atlas provides an exhaustive exploration of the widely recognized Van Praagh “language” of CHD, including a thorough examination of the signs, symptoms, and clinical manifestations associated with malpositioned, malformed, or absent cardiovascular chambers, vessels, and valves. Utilizing both traditional and cutting-edge imaging technology, this resource equips medical professionals with crucial insights.
Structured around the systematic and widely accepted Van Praagh three-part notation, this text illustrates how to effectively describe the visceroatrial situs, the orientation of the ventricular loop, and the relationships of the great vessels, enriching the understanding and reporting accuracy of cardiac imaging through CT, MR, and ultrasonography—extending even to fetal cardiac imaging.
The book further elucidates the pathological anatomy essential for both pediatric and adult cardiologists, radiologists, and echocardiographers in making precise diagnoses of complex congenital heart disease. Additionally, it highlights the critical anatomical insights that interventionists, pediatric cardiac surgeons, and adult congenital heart surgeons need for optimal patient care.
Featuring over 550 high-quality images, this atlas aids in the visualization and recognition of malformations, enhancing the learning experience. Compiled by a world-renowned authority on congenital heart disease—a master teacher and originator of the Van Praagh segmental classification system—this resource explores the collaborative synergy between the various disciplines that manage patient care, from surgeons and radiologists to cardiologists, pathologists, and pediatricians.
To further enrich your experience, an enhanced eBook version is included with your purchase, providing seamless access to the text, figures, and references on a variety of devices, ensuring that vital information is always at your fingertips.
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