Heart Failure in the Child and Young Adult (2nd Edition)

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by Joseph Rossano, M.D. M.S., John Lynn Jefferies, Anthony C. Chang, Jeffrey A. Towbin, Robert E Shaddy, Shelley Miyamoto

Heart Failure in the Child and Young Adult: From Bench to Bedside, Second Edition provides an in-depth and authoritative look into the unique aspects of heart failure among pediatric and young adult populations. This updated edition bridges the gap between research and clinical application, integrating the latest discoveries with current diagnostic and management guidelines.

The book begins with the basic science of pediatric heart failure, progressing through diagnosis, clinical management, pharmacologic and surgical interventions, and concluding with advanced and emerging topics such as genetics, self-management, and nanomedicine.

Key Features:

• Combines state-of-the-art research with contemporary clinical guidelines.

• Covers the full continuum of pediatric heart failure — from molecular mechanisms to bedside management and long-term care.

• Includes new and expanded chapters on:

  • Biomarkers and their clinical applications

  • Neuromuscular disease and cardiac implications

  • Quality of life and palliative care considerations

  • The impact of COVID-19 on myocarditis and multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C)

• Highlights the roles of the immune system and inflammation in disease development and progression.

• Reviews recent randomized controlled trials shaping modern pediatric heart failure therapy.

Audience:
An indispensable reference for cardiologists, pediatric cardiologists, pediatricians, and cardiovascular researchers seeking a comprehensive understanding of heart failure in children and young adults.