A thouroughly updated edition of the textbook "Cardiology", this book retains the clear two-colour design of previous editions. Additional chapters reflect contemporary developments in diagnosis and therapy, and the importance of clinical trials. There is also increased coverage of invasive and non-invasive investigations. Topics covered include: normal mycordial function; the symptoms of the heart; non-invasive investigations; rheumatic fever and its sequelae; psychological aspects of heart disease; clinical trials in cardiology.