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Title Differential diagnosis of cardiopulmonary disease : a handbook / Charles V. Pollack, Jr., editor
Published Cham, Switzerland : Springer, [2019]

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Description 1 online resource (xiii, 1134 pages)
Contents Intro; Preface; Contents; Contributors; Chapter 1: Achalasia; Name and Synonyms; Incidence/Epidemiology; Differential Diagnosis; Pathophysiology and Etiology; Presentation; Typical/"Classic"; Atypical; Primary Differential Considerations; History and Physical Exam; Findings That Confirm Diagnosis; Factors That Suggest Diagnosis; Factors That Exclude Diagnosis; Ancillary Studies; Laboratory; Imaging; Special Populations; Age; Pitfalls in Diagnosis; Critical Steps Not to Miss; Mimics; Time-Dependent Interventions; Overall Principles of Treatment; Disease Course; Related Evidence
Practice GuidelineReview; Cohort Study; Chapter 2: Acute Coronary Syndrome: Non-ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction; Name and Synonyms; Incidence/Epidemiology; Differential Diagnosis; Pathophysiology and Etiology; Presentation; Typical/"Classic"; Atypical; Primary Differential Considerations; History and Physical Exam; Findings That Confirm Diagnosis; Factors That Suggest Diagnosis; Factors That Exclude Diagnosis; Ancillary Studies; Laboratory; Electrocardiography; Imaging; Risk Scoring; Special Populations; Age; Co-morbidities; Pitfalls in Diagnosis; Critical Steps Not to Miss; Mimics
Time-Dependent InterventionsOverall Principles of Treatment; Disease Course; Related Evidence; Practice Guideline; Review; Clinical Trial; Cohort Study; Case Study; Chapter 3: Acute Coronary Syndrome: ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction; Name and Synonyms; Incidence/Epidemiology; Differential Diagnosis; Pathophysiology and Etiology; Presentation; Typical/"Classic"; Atypical; Primary Differential Considerations; History and Physical Exam; Findings That Confirm Diagnosis; Factors That Suggest Diagnosis; Factors That Exclude Diagnosis; Ancillary Studies; Laboratory; Electrocardiography
ImagingSpecial Populations; Age; Pediatric Considerations; Co-morbidities; Pitfalls in Diagnosis; Critical Steps Not to Miss; Mimics; Time-Dependent Interventions; Overall Principles of Treatment; Disease Course; Related Evidence; Practice Guideline; Review; Clinical Trial; Cohort Study; Comparative Study; Case Study; Chapter 4: Acute Coronary Syndrome: Unstable Angina; Name and Synonyms; Incidence/Epidemiology; Differential Diagnosis; Pathophysiology and Etiology; Presentation; Typical/"Classic"; Atypical; Primary Differential Considerations; History and Physical Exam
Findings That Confirm DiagnosisFactors That Suggest Diagnosis; Factors That Exclude Diagnosis; Ancillary Studies; Laboratory; Electrocardiography; Imaging; Risk Scoring; Special Populations; Age; Comorbidities; Pitfalls in Diagnosis; Critical Steps Not to Miss; Mimics; Time-Dependent Interventions; Overall Principles of Treatment; Disease Course; Related Evidence; Practice Guideline; Review; Cohort Study; Chapter 5: Acute Pericarditis; Name and Synonyms; Incidence/Epidemiology; Differential Diagnosis; Pathophysiology and Etiology; Presentation; Typical/"Classic"; Atypical
Summary This clinical handbook is designed to aid with the fast and accurate diagnosis of cardiopulmonary disease. Chapters are structured to support the clinical decision-making process and cover key points such as differential diagnosis, typical and atypical presentation, co-morbidities, and critical steps that should not be missed. The text also outlines time-dependent interventions, overall principles of treatment, and disease course. Abundant images and links to external audio and video resources reinforce understanding. Although the chapters are organized to provide ready access to essential information, the scope of the book is comprehensive and addresses topics including acute coronary syndrome, heart failure, pulmonary embolism, primary and secondary lung diseases, and relevant upper gastrointestinal and neuromuscular diseases. Both adult and pediatric considerations are presented. The book is intended for diagnosticians in emergency medicine, critical care, internal medicine, primary care, and related fields. Medical students, residents, and other medical professionals will appreciate the concise and clear approach
Notes Online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on August 16, 2019)
Subject Cardiopulmonary system -- Diseases -- Diagnosis -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
Diagnosis, Differential.
Pulmonary Heart Disease -- diagnosis
Diagnosis, Differential
Diagnosis, Differential
Genre/Form handbooks.
Handbooks and manuals
Handbooks and manuals.
Guides et manuels.
Form Electronic book
Author Pollack, Charles V., Jr., editor.
ISBN 3319638955
9783319638959