An accessible and engaging review of board exam essentials Cardiology Board Review lays the groundwork for board exam success with its instructive and easy-to-read explanations of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with cardiovascular disease. Breaking topics down into case 'unknowns,' this innovative revision aid provides examples of everyday cardiological issues and then explains how best to address the problem at hand. All content is complemented by clinical images and illustrations, as well as helpful summaries and key points. Featuring 56 different cases, this essential text: Places learning in a practical context. Information about disease states is presented in case-based format which leads to better retention. Covers topics including congenital heart disease, coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathies, valvular heart disease, arrhythmias, heart failure, peripheral vascular disease, and more Designed to present important concepts and information in a unique way to complement textbook learning Features electrocardiograms, angiograms, and pressure tracings Is applicable to those working towards certification in Cardiovascular Disease from the American Board of Internal Medicine or preparing for board examinations in other countries Is also suitable for those requiring MOC recertification Features cases on aortic insufficiency, atrial fibrillation, Brugada syndrome, carotid artery disease, myocardial bridging, congenital heart disease, electrolyte abnormalities, apical HCM, mitral regurgitation, RV outflow tract tachycardia, pulmonary hypertension, arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia, aortic stenosis, atrial myxoma, atrial tachycardia, pulmonic insufficiency, Takotsubo, tricuspid regurgitation, Wolfe-Parkinson-White syndrome, pulmonic stenosis, coronary anomalies, ECG changes of hypothermia, endocarditis, pulmonary embolus, ventricular septal defect, hemodynamics of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, complete heart block, heart failure, coronary artery disease, atrial septal defect, constrictive pericarditis, fractional flow reserve, dextrocardia, STEMI, early repolarization, giant cell myocarditis, peripheral arterial disease, pericardial tamponade, peripheral arterial disease, pericarditis, myocarditis, long QT syndrome, mitral stenosis, tetralogy of Fallot, and supraventricular tachycardia among others. Cardiology Board Review offers fellows a fresh and engaging approach to the information required to achieve success in board examinations.

An accessible and engaging review of board exam essentialsCardiology Board Review lays the groundwork for board exam success with its instructive and easy-to-read explanations of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with cardiovascular disease. Breaking topics down into case unknowns, this innovative revision aid provides examples of everyday cardiological issues and then explains how best to address the problem at hand. All content is complemented by clinical images and illustrations, as well as helpful summaries and key points.Featuring 56 different cases, this essential text:* Places learning in a practical context. Information about disease states is presented in case-based format which leads to better retention.* Covers topics including congenital heart disease, coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathies, valvular heart disease, arrhythmias, heart failure, peripheral vascular disease, and more* Designed to present important concepts and information in a unique way to complement textbook learning* Features electrocardiograms, angiograms, and pressure tracings* Is applicable to those working towards certification in Cardiovascular Disease from the American Board of Internal Medicine or preparing for board examinations in other countries* Is also suitable for those requiring MOC recertification* Features cases on aortic insufficiency, atrial fibrillation, Brugada syndrome, carotid artery disease, myocardial bridging, congenital heart disease, electrolyte abnormalities, apical HCM, mitral regurgitation, RV outflow tract tachycardia, pulmonary hypertension, arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia, aortic stenosis, atrial myxoma, atrial tachycardia, pulmonic insufficiency, Takotsubo, tricuspid regurgitation, Wolfe-Parkinson-White syndrome, pulmonic stenosis, coronary anomalies, ECG changes of hypothermia, endocarditis, pulmonary embolus, ventricular septal defect, hemodynamics of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, complete heart block, heart failure, coronary artery disease, atrial septal defect, constrictive pericarditis, fractional flow reserve, dextrocardia, STEMI, early repolarization, giant cell myocarditis, peripheral arterial disease, pericardial tamponade, peripheral arterial disease, pericarditis, myocarditis, long QT syndrome, mitral stenosis, tetralogy of Fallot, and supraventricular tachycardia among others.Cardiology Board Review offers fellows a fresh and engaging approach to the information required to achieve success in board examinations.

List of ContributorsPreface1. A 31-year-old man with fever and rapidly progressive dyspnea2. A young man with palpitations after a party3. A 45-year-old man with chest pain after an automobile accident4. A 67-year-old man with left sided weakness5. A 54-year-old woman with exertional angina but no atherosclerotic coronary artery disease6. A 34-year-old woman with fatigue7. An elderly woman with a loud murmur8. A middle aged woman who passes out while running after her grandchildren9. A 31-year-old man with palpitations and dizziness10. An unexpected finding on a coronary angiogram11. A 26-year-old man who collapses while talking with friends12. An elderly gentleman who passes out while working on his farm13. A 46-year-old woman with dyspnea on exertion and daily emesis14. A pregnant woman with palpitations15. Is this a positive Brockenbrough sign?16. Dyspnea in a woman who is 5 months post-partum17. Can you identify this coronary anomaly?18. Why is this patient short of breath?19. A clinical application of coronary physiology20. An asymptomatic patient with a very unusual ECG21. Is this a STEMI?22. Rapidly progressive dyspnea, abdominal fullness, and nausea23. A 40-year-old man with dyspnea on exertion24. A recent immigrant from Mexico with complaints of dyspnea25. New onset of hypertension with dyspnea and ECG changes26. A 52-year-old woman on hemodialysis who presents with shortness of breath and new ECG changes27. A 42 year old man with hypotension, diarrhea, vomiting and ECG changes28. A 58-year-old male with worsening dyspnea29. A 68-year-old woman with chest pain and a normal stress test30. A 29-year-old woman with shortness of breath and leg swelling31. An ECG finding you don't want to miss32. An unusual ECG in a homeless man who is unconscious33. An 18-year-old student with fever, chest pain and ST elevation34. Recurrent endocarditis in a 26-year-old woman35. A 23-year-old man with a loud systolic murmur36. A 66-year-old woman with dyspnea for two weeks which has now abruptly worsened37. An unusual ventriculogram38. A 68-year-old male with generalized weakness and dyspnea39. A 66 year old woman with chest pain during a hurricane40. A 39-year-old woman who is found unconscious41. An unusual right atrial pressure tracing42. A 20-year-old man with a heart rate of 250 bpm43. A 46-year-old man with heart failure and new onset palpitations44. Palpitations and dizziness in a young adult with a very abnormal ECG45. A 36-year-old man with long standing hypertension and an abnormal ECG46. A 46-year-old man with fatigue47. A 28-year-old runner with exercise induced palpitations48. A 43-year-old man with chest pain and an episode of syncope49. A 50-year-old man with worsening cough and dyspnea50. Unsuspected congenital heart disease in a 26 year old woman51. How likely is this patient to have a bad outcome?52. A 55-year-old man with leg pain53. An 18-year-old high school student with an abnormal ECG and a nervous parent54. Could this cardiac arrest have been prevented?55. Why is this patient tachycardic?56. A 31-year-old woman with palpitations while at workIndex