Part of the renowned Braunwald family of references, Valvular Heart Disease, 6th Edition: A Companion to Braunwald’s Heart Disease, offers an essential resource for clinicians seeking comprehensive insights into the diagnosis and treatment of valvular heart disease. This scholarly volume, crafted by internationally acclaimed authors Drs. Catherine M. Otto and Brian Lindman, alongside a team of expert contributors, delivers clear, authoritative guidance for applying the latest evidence-based approaches in daily practice.
From cover to cover, this sixth edition is packed with up-to-date information on the latest procedures, imaging modalities, basic science, diagnostic criteria, and treatment guidelines in valvular heart disease. New content includes insights on transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), intervention timing for mitral regurgitation, and management of complications in valvular diseases.
- Delve into the underlying mechanisms of valvular heart disease, including molecular pathways, clinical and genetic risk factors, with new chapters focused on the screening and early detection of valve disease.
- Discover detailed, disease-oriented chapters that emphasize the latest interventional approaches and surgical advances, complemented by imaging guidance for patient selection and monitoring.
- Access summaries of ACC, AHA, and ESC guidelines for best practices.
- Benefit from the latest imaging modalities to gain a comprehensive understanding of diagnostic tools.
- Explore over 80 videos that vividly illustrate heart valve anatomy and dysfunction, along with critical procedures.
Authors:
Catherine M. Otto MD (Editor)
Edition:
6th
Publication Date:
April 2, 2026
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