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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex relationship between cardiac ailments and unexpected death, challenging conventional wisdom about the role of mitral valve issues. The author meticulously examines an extensive history of nearly 1000 autopsies, arguing that many sudden cardiac deaths are wrongly attributed to faulty mitral function. Instead, the spotlight falls on disease affecting the cardiac muscle itself, particularly a hardening and thickening process due to rheumatic fever. The book emphasizes the critical role of the heart's chordae tendineae, often overlooked but crucial in preventing mitral valve prolapse. It also highlights the significance of aortic valve disease, especially calcification, in leading to sudden death. Exploring cases where sudden death occurs in the presence of apparently healthy heart valves, the author sheds light on the role of coronary artery disease and obstruction, leading to weakened heart muscle unable to withstand strain. The book provides valuable insights into the intricate dynamics between cardiac health and unexpected death, offering a fresh perspective that challenges established assumptions and enriches our understanding of sudden cardiac mortality. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781527795761_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781527795761
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781527795761
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)