Περιγραφή
Maximum oxygen uptake during exercise is one of the best predictors of operative mortality and of prognosis in chronic cardiac or respiratory disease. Cardiopulmonary exercise tests (CPET) are therefore an increasingly common component of pre-operative assessment and the management of patients with chronic
cardiopulmonary problems.
Part of the Oxford Respiratory Medicine Library (ORML) series, A Practical Guide to the Interpretation of Cardiopulmonary Exercise Tests, Second Edition provides readers with a practical, concise, and accessible approach to all aspects of cardiopulmonary exercise tests (CPET). CPET is often perceived as being incredibly complex to evaluate so this book breaks down interpretation to simple steps, allowing readers to rapidly understand the key points underpinning the application and interpretation of CPET. The text is focused and with the use of a substantial number of figures, learning points, and self-test questions helps readers to build confidence in undertaking and interpreting CPET.
The second edition has been extended and extensively revised in line with the latest international guidelines and evidence, and includes 16 fully updated chapters, 4 new chapters, and a new section of worked examples has been added.
- A practical and accessible guide for all those carrying out CPET tests, even with little prior knowledge
- Clinical scenarios, common patterns, key points, and practical tips all make this book easy to follow
- Guides the reader through the parameters of the test and how to interpret the results
- Includes a bank of questions to test knowledge
New to this Edition:
- 16 fully updated chapters, 4 new chapters, and a new section of worked examples has been added.
