Cover has some wear; pages have very light wear; pages appear to be unmarked aside from writing on inside front page. #62-13252
Principles of Clinical Electrocardiography by Mervin J. Goldman is a foundational medical text designed to teach the interpretation of electrocardiograms (ECGs) by linking basic electrophysiological principles to clinical application. The book is widely regarded for its clear, concise, and practical approach, making it an essential reference for medical students, house staff, and practicing clinicians. Key aspects of the text include:
--Physiological Basis: It explains the electrical activity of the heart, focusing on depolarization and repolarization, to help readers understand why ECG patterns appear as they do, rather than relying on rote memorization. --Visual Learning: The text is profusely illustrated with simplified drawings that correlate electrocardiographic patterns with their underlying electrophysiologic mechanisms. --Clinical Application: It covers the recognition of normal and abnormal ECG patterns relevant to hospital wards, outpatient clinics, and intensive care units, including arrhythmias, myocardial ischemia, and drug toxicities. --Focused Theory: Goldman deliberately avoids controversial theoretical discussions, emphasizing widely accepted concepts such as accelerated conduction and the utility of unipolar leads.
