Fundamentals of geriatric cardiology. Yakovlev V.M., Khait G.Ya.

This manual presents modern information on the biological development of aging of the body, etiology, pathogenesis, clinic, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the underlying heart and blood vessels in elderly and senile people. The issues of the psychology of relations “Heriatric patient”, the standards of counseling in geriatrics, social care and medical aspects of care for elderly patients are highlighted.

The manual is intended for cardiologists, geriatricians, general practitioners, precinct therapists, clinical ordinators, and senior students of medical universities.