Publisher's Synopsis
This book, from two of the world's leading authorities on the subject, gives comprehensive, clinical guidance on all aspects of hypertension management. The text begins with an overview of the practical assessment of the patient, and the general principles of diagnosis and treatment. Next is a detailed discussion of essential hypertension, including predisposing lifestyles and environmental factors. 10 authors then provide a concise, but thorough description of how to identify and manage the rarer secondary forms of hypertension. Also includes fascinating case studies, and excellent appendices covering the drugs available for treatment and appraising the international guidelines for managing hypertension.
