Braunwald’s Heart Disease, 13th Edition, stands as the preeminent source of trustworthy cardiology information for practitioners and trainees worldwide. This authoritative two-volume text, expertly authored and edited by leading figures in the field, is recognized as the most reliable reference in cardiology. It meticulously addresses advancements in therapeutics, clinical guidelines, advanced imaging technologies, and developments in precision medicine that collectively propel the advancement of cardiovascular care and enhance patient well-being. This comprehensive multimedia reference is indispensable for contemporary cardiologists, cardiology fellows, and those preparing for certification or recertification.
The text delivers well-rounded, reliable content reflecting the rapidly evolving landscape of clinical science, clinical and translational research, and evidence-based medicine, alongside thorough explanations of various disease entities and their differential diagnoses.
Key topics encompassed within the volume include management strategies for obesity—spanning lifestyle, medical, and surgical approaches; the relationship between COVID-19, influenza, and the cardiovascular system; Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR); diabetocardiology; and cardio-oncology, among others.
Significantly, an updated chapter is devoted to the intersection of artificial intelligence and wearable technology in cardiovascular medicine, complemented by revisions in AI-related sections throughout the relevant chapters.
The text is augmented by extensive bimonthly online updates curated by Dr. Eugene Braunwald, incorporating “Hot Off the Press” features and summaries of “Late-Breaking Clinical Trials.”
Newly formatted guidelines are presented to encapsulate diagnostic criteria and clinical implications, with concise summary boxes in print and flowcharts, algorithms, and tables aligned with the formal society guidelines, accessible via links in the eBook.
Additionally, new key points boxes in select chapters underscore crucial take-away messages. The work features 1,850 high-quality illustrations, radiographic images, algorithms, and charts, providing access to an expansive collection of over 200 videos highlighted in the print version, which address pressing topics such as physical examination in the context of telemedicine.
Offering flexibility, the resource is available in various formats for efficient reference: users may select either one or two volumes in print, as well as a searchable eBook that undergoes continual updates. Importantly, an eBook edition is included with each purchase, enabling access to the entirety of the text, figures, and references, along with features for searching, content customization, note-taking, highlighting, and text-to-speech functionality.
