The Cardiac Catheterization Handbook

by Morton J. Kern

Book Overview

This one-of-a-kind handbook again provides step-by-step instructions on what to expect, what to avoid, and how to manage complications in the cath lab, with valuable updates on safety requirements, new technology, and new techniques. It takes you through a detailed review of equipment, specific laboratory techniques, and lab safety, as well as the limitations, complications, and medical-surgical implications of cardiac catheterization and angiography...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0801662656
• ISBN13: 9780801662652
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Mosby Elsevier Health Science
• Length: 512 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

Shipping cost

The book I ordered was new and in good condition. I was a little surprised at how much I was charged to ship it.

Cardiac Nurse Educator....

Excellent source of material for new and experienced cardiovascular professionals. You can't go wrong with this text!!

great bargain

recently started a job in the cardiac cath lab. this book was a great find that will benefit me greatly .thanks!

Useful reference

This is an excellent concise introduction to cardiac catheterization. This book is now in its 4rth edition published in 2003 and includes a wealth of material on the basics of this field. 650 pages encompass 10 chapters on topics such as arterial and venous acess, hemodynamic data, angiographic data, EP studies and ablation, research techniques, special techniques, high-risk cardiac catheterization, and interventional techniques. The book includes specific, how-to information. However, this short text is not intended to fully teach such advanced techniques as catheter ablation or interventional cardiology. Very useful tables and clear diagrams are included (496 illustrations). This book is highly recommended for newcomers to the field and as a reference text.

A Cath Lab Staple

The cardiac catheterization handbook is the essential reference for the cardiac cath lab. The book covers a wide range of topics including the cath lab organization, hemodynamics, electrophysiology, angiography and interventions. There are some great diagrams that compare catheter shape and radiographic views which are very helpful for those new to cath lab.