Publisher's Synopsis
Published in 1870, this pioneering work on cardiology details the symptoms, causes, and treatments for heart disease in older adults. Using case studies and his own clinical experience, Dr. George Balfour provides a comprehensive overview of the senile heart and the factors that contribute to its development. Though some of the medical terminology may be outdated, this book remains an important historical document in the field of cardiology.
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