The NET-Heart Book: Neglected Tropical Diseases and other Infectious Diseases affecting the Heart 1st Edition

Explore the impact of infectious and neglected tropical diseases on cardiovascular health with Neglected Tropical Diseases and Other Infectious Diseases Affecting the Heart.

This authoritative resource offers a comprehensive, evidence-based review of how infectious and neglected tropical diseases influence cardiac function and pathology. Written by the Emerging Leaders of the Interamerican Society of Cardiology (SIAC), it presents the latest research and clinical insights into the cardiovascular effects of viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections—including COVID-19, HIV, Zika, Influenza, and Lyme Disease.

Key Features:

• Provides in-depth coverage of cardiac involvement across a wide spectrum of infectious and neglected tropical diseases.
• Discusses epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic methods, and treatment strategies for each condition.
• Includes clear illustrations, figures, and tables that enhance understanding and clinical application.
• Structured chapters follow a consistent, practical format: Introduction, Epidemiology, Cardiovascular Pathophysiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, Discussion, and Conclusions.
• Written in a clear and accessible style by leading experts, bridging the gap between research and clinical practice.

Neglected Tropical Diseases and Other Infectious Diseases Affecting the Heart is an indispensable reference for cardiologists, infectious disease specialists, clinicians, and researchers seeking to understand and manage the cardiovascular complications of infectious diseases worldwide.