An essential resource for all cardiologists, internists, and medical residents, Hypertension and Dyslipidemia Management Essentials assists clinicians in the treatment of hypertension and high cholesterol, the two most easily diagnosed and treatable risk factors for cardiovascular disease. This concise yet complete handbook includes the scientific background for each drug class presented, and includes a review of the science supporting the utilization of the agents in particular patient situations. The medications and their doses and dosage forms are presented in easy to use tables, so that the practitioners can quickly access the information to make their treatment decisions, whether they are in the hospital or in an outpatient setting.
 

Key features:

• The format is designed for quick and easy use in patient care situations, either in a hospital or outpatient setting.
• The medications discussed are arranged in order of prominence, so that the commonly used agents are found first in the text.
• There are very clear discussions of the major research projects that support the use of the various agents.
• Tables at the back are readily available for quick and efficient use.
• This text covers the treatment of both of the major risk factors for cardiovascular disease, hypertension and hyperlipidemia, that are seen in primary care practice.