Perloff’s Clinical Recognition of Congenital Heart Disease: A Comprehensive Guide for Diagnosis and Treatment

Covering the full spectrum of congenital heart disease (CHD) from infants to adults, Perloff’s Clinical Recognition of Congenital Heart Disease, 7th Edition, is an authoritative resource for healthcare professionals seeking guidance on diagnosing and treating common and rare CHD conditions.

In this definitive resource, editors Dr. Ariane J. Marelli and Dr. Jamil A. Aboulhosn have maintained Dr. Joseph Perloff’s nuanced approach while incorporating the latest evidence and technological advances in the field. The result is a comprehensive, step-by-step guide that enables clinicians to detect CHD conditions early and effectively.

Comprehensive Coverage of CHD Conditions

This invaluable resource offers complete coverage of the signs, symptoms, and clinical manifestations of malpositioned, malformed, or absent cardiovascular chambers, vessels, and valves. Chapters are organized by disorder, providing in-depth coverage of:

• Pathophysiology and history
• Physical appearance and clinical symptoms
• Auscultation, phonocardiograms, and electrocardiograms
• Relevant imaging modalities, including radiographs, angiocardiographs, CT, MRI, and echocardiography (TEE and intracardiac)

State-of-the-Art Diagnostic Tools and Techniques

Perloff’s Clinical Recognition of Congenital Heart Disease features over 100 videos demonstrating echocardiography, MRI, and cardiac catheterization, providing clinicians with a more detailed understanding of CHD diagnosis and treatment.

New to the 7th Edition

This updated edition includes:

• Updated images throughout, including phonocardiograms, electrocardiograms, flow charts, and anatomic drawings
• Specific, integrated findings for individual patients with Dr. Perloff’s classic approach to diagnosis and treatment
• Streamlined review of sequelae and complications
• Historical Notes at the beginning of each chapter
• Tips on selecting among the increasing array of currently available procedures, helping foster and develop clinical judgment skills
• Update on genetic contributions to clinical recognition for a more complete presentation of patient diagnosis

With its comprehensive approach and state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, Perloff’s Clinical Recognition of Congenital Heart Disease, 7th Edition, is an indispensable resource for healthcare professionals seeking to improve their knowledge and skills in diagnosing and treating CHD conditions.

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication Date: June 25, 2022
Language: English
ISBN: 9780323529648, 9780323547826