Iatrogenicity: Causes and Consequences of Iatrogenesis in

Iatrogenicity: Causes and Consequences of Iatrogenesis in Cardiovascular Medicine

Iatrogenesis is the occurrence of untoward effects resulting from actions of health care providers, including medical errors, medical malpractice, practicing beyond oneâ€™s expertise, adverse effects of medication, unnecessary treatment, inappropriate screenings, and surgical errors. This is a huge public health issue: tens to hundreds of thousands of deaths are attributed to iatrogenic causes each year in the U.S., and vulnerable populations such as the elderly and minorities are particularly susceptible.Â

Edited by two renowned cardiology experts, Iatrogenicity: Causes and Consequences ofÂ Iatrogenesis in Cardiovascular Medicine addresses both the iatrogenicity that arises with cardiovascular interventions, as well as non-cardiovascular interventions that result in adverse consequences on the cardiovascular system. The book aims to achieve three things: to summarize the available information on this topic in a single high-yield volume; to highlight the human and financial cost of iatrogenesis; and to describe and propose potential interventions to ameliorate the effects of iatrogenesis. This accessible book is a practical reference for any practicing physician who sees patients with cardiovascular issues. .
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Country USA
Brand Rutgers University Press
Manufacturer Rutgers University Press Medicine
Binding Paperback
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780813590400
ReleaseDate 2017-10-13

Country	USA
Brand	Rutgers University Press
Manufacturer	Rutgers University Press Medicine
Binding	Paperback
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780813590400
ReleaseDate	2017-10-13

Iatrogenicity: Causes and Consequences of Iatrogenesis in Cardiovascular Medicine

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