An introductory text covering the fundamental science and practice of cardiology. Revised and updated to cover new therapeutic and technological developments, this book addresses both normal function and the full spectrum of cardiovascular pathology encountered worldwide. Features include a new chapter on the management of emergencies; an appendix of commonly used cardiovascular drugs; and well-structured text to allow easy access to all information. The book is aimed at medical students, cardiac and critical nurses, general practitioners and junior hospital doctors. An ELBS/LPBB edition is available.