Myocardial Laser Revascularization

Bridges, Charles; Horvath, Keith; Chiu, Ray Chu-Jeng

Finally, there is a dependable guide to transmyocardial laser revasculariztion (TMR). In this groundbreaking volume, clinicians who pioneered the use of this innovative treatment share their insights on the indications, results, mechanisms, and limitations of the technique.

Under the careful editorial guidance of Drs. Bridges, Horvath, and Chiu, contributing authors explain:

• the evolution, science, rationale, and limitations for TMR
• how to select suitable candidates
• anesthetic considerations and the role of transesophageal echo
• TMR as a sole or combination therapy

Whether you are already practicing TMR or contemplating its addition to your therapeutic armamentarium, this concise reference will answer all your questions about this important new procedure.

Details

Published by: Wiley-Blackwell

Publication Date: 2006-09-01

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781405122108

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Dimensions: 236.20cm x157.50cm

Pages: 192