Cardiovascular disorders sourcebook : basic consumer health information about heart and blood vessel disorders, such as cardiomyopathy, heart attack, heart failure, heart rhythm disorders, heart valve disease, aneurysms, atherosclerosis, stroke, peripheral arterial disease, varicose veins, and deep vein thrombosis, with details about risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment : along with information about cardiovascular concerns of special significance ...

pt. I. Understanding Cardiovascular Risks and Emergencies. How the heart works
Risk factors for cardiovascular disorders
Conditions that increase the risk of cardiovascular disorders
Aging and cardiovascular risk factors
Research regarding genetics and heart disease
Warning signs of cardiovascular emergencies
What to do in a cardiac emergency
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Automated external defibrillators
pt. II. Heart Disorders. Problems with the heart's blood supply
Angina
Heart attack (myocardial infarction)
Sudden cardiac arrest
Cardiogenic shock
Cardiomyopathy
Heart failure
Arrhythmias
Heart valve disease
Heart murmurs
Infectious diseases of the heart
Cardiac tumors
pt. III. Blood Vessel Disorders. Atherosclerosis
Carotid artery disease
Stroke
Aortic disorders
Disorders of the peripheral arteries
Peripheral venous disorders
Vasculitis
pt. IV. Cardiovascular Disorders in Specific Populations. Cardiovascular disease in children
Cardiovascular disease in men
Cardiovascular disease in women
Cardiovascular disease in minority populations
pt. V. Diagnosing Cardiovascular Disorders. Recognizing signs and symptoms of heart disease
Blood tests used to diagnose cardiovascular disorders
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Echocardiography
Carotid ultrasound
Holter and event monitors
Stress testing
Tilt table testing
Coronary angiography
Cardiac computed tomography (CT)
Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging
Coronary calcium scan
Nuclear heart scan
Heart biopsy
Intracardiac electrophysiology study
pt. VI. Treating Cardiovascular Disorders. Medications for treating cardiovascular disorders
Procedures to treat narrowed or blocked arteries
Procedures to treat heart rhythm disorders
Procedures to treat heart valve problems
Aneurysm repair
Heart defect repair
Total artificial heart
Heart transplant
Rehabilitation after heart attack or stroke
pt. VII. Preventing Cardiovascular Disorders. Preventing heart disease at any age
Controlling high blood pressure
Treating high cholesterol
Steps to control diabetes
Heart-healthy eating
Dietary supplements and heart health
Weight management and heart health
Physical activity key to a healthy heart
Managing stress for a healthy heart
Quitting smoking: why it is important and how to do it
Other interventions to help reduce risk of cardiovascular disease
pt. VIII. Additional Help and Information. Glossary of terms related to cardiovascular disease
Directory of resources providing information about cardiovascular disease.