This book is a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis and management of acute cardiovascular disorders. Divided into four sections the text provides detailed guidance on cardiac arrest, acute myocardial infarction and acute coronary syndrome, acute heart failure, and arrhythmias. Individual chapters cover cardiac imaging, biomarkers, and drug therapy. Written by renowned experts in the field, led by US-based Alan S Maisel and W Frank Peacock, the text is further enhanced by more than 300 clinical photographs, radiological images, tables and figures.