Clinical Application of Markers in Cardiology: A Case-Oriented Approach (American Heart Association Monograph Series)

With the rapid development of the field of cardiac biomarkers comes a need for updated guidance on how to use them clinically. Drs. Adams, Jaffe, and Apple meet that need with this timely reference.

Taking a case-oriented approach for the greatest clinical relevance, the book bridges the gap between science and practice. If you use – or want to use – cardiac markers such as BNP and troponin to help your patients, you will find this clear and comprehensive reference provides a dependable source of valuable information.

The 19 chapters are divided into three parts:

• Cardiac Troponins
• Natriuretic Peptides
• Contemporary Markers of Risk

The authors cover the technical, clinical, and outcome assessments for each marker used in clinical practice. After each case scenario, an extensive discussion explains the clinical decisions and provides valuable context.

Jesse E. Adams, MD FACC
University of Louisville
Division of Cardiology
100 Mallard Creek
Louisville, KY 40202
USA

Fred Apple, PhD
Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology
Hennepin County Medical Center and University of Minnesota School of Medicine
Minneapolis, MN
USA

Allan S. Jaffe, MD
Cardiovascular Division and Cardiovascular Research Institute and Division of Laboratory Medicine
Mayo Clinic and Medical School
Rochester, Minnesota
USA