Health Reference: Cardiovascular Disorders Sourcebook, 8th Edition (Hardcover)

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 805,000 people in the United States have a heart attack every year. Yet, cardiovascular disease is often preventable. With careful attention to diet; an active lifestyle; and control of contributing factors, such as diabetes, cholesterol levels, blood pressure, tobacco use, and weight, Americans can reduce their chances of facing heart disease, stroke, or other blood vessel disorders. Furthermore, advances in our understanding of how to treat cardiovascular conditions make it possible to reduce the disabling health consequences frequently associated with these disorders. Cardiovascular Disorders Sourcebook, Eighth Edition provides information about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of heart and blood vessel disorders, including cardiomyopathy, heart attack, heart rhythm disorders, heart valve disease, atherosclerosis, stroke, peripheral arterial disease, and deep vein thrombosis. It offers details about the conditions associated with increased risks, explains the methods used to diagnose and treat them, and offers suggestions for steps men and women can take to decrease their likelihood of developing these disorders. The book also includes a discussion of cardiovascular concerns specific to men, women, children, and minority populations, and concludes with a glossary and a directory of resources for further help and information.