The History of Cardiology

This volume offers insights into the subject of history of cardiology, and helps to put present-day practice into its proper historical perspective. Based on research, and containing much new and original material, this book provides a comprehensive history. In addition, detailed and intimate portraits of the personalities involved in the various aspects of cardiology are presented together with their ideas and contributions to the overall evolution of cardiology as a specialty. This history adopts a matrix approach to cardiology, tracing the history of the subject separately through its anatomical, pathological, physiological and pathophysiological concepts. The result is a comprehensive account, providing an in-depth understanding of the principles underlying the modern clinical practice.