High Altitude Cardiology (PDF)

by Leonida Compostella

Optimize cardiac care for patients exposed to mountain altitudes
Millions of travellers, athletes, and residents face cardiovascular challenges at high altitude each year, yet clinicians often lack specialized guidance for these patients. High Altitude Cardiology provides a comprehensive review of cardiac physiology and pathology related to altitude exposure. Written by a specialist in preventive cardiology and mountain medicine education, this reference synthesizes current knowledge for optimal patient care.
The book examines cardiac adaptations in both normal and diseased hearts, covering hypertension, ischemic heart disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and valvular conditions at altitude. Specialized chapters address considerations for pregnancy, paediatric & geriatric patients, and congenital heart diseases.
Readers will find:

Clinical case studies illustrating real-world presentations and management decisions in high altitude environments
Evidence-based guidance on cardiovascular drug efficacy and safety in reduced oxygen environments
Pre-exposure screening protocols to identify at-risk individuals before travel, trekking, or altitude relocation
Synthesis of decades of research on cardiac physiology and disease management in mountain and high-altitude settings

High Altitude Cardiology serves cardiologists, sports medicine physicians, general practitioners, and nurses who care for mountaineers, altitude travellers, and residents of elevated regions. Students in mountain medicine and cardiology courses will discover authoritative guidance for navigating altitude-related cardiac challenges.