Overview
Encyclopedia of Heart Diseases is an accurate and reliable source of in-depth information on the diseases that kill more than 12 million individuals worldwide each year. In fact, cardiovascular diseases are more prevalent than the combined incidence of all forms of cancer, diabetes, asthma and leukemia. In one volume, this encyclopedia thoroughly covers these ailments and also includes in-depth analyses of less common and rare heart conditions to round out the volume's scope. Researchers, clinicians and students alike will find this resource an invaluable tool for quick reference before approaching the primary literature.