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This classic, best-selling book has been completely updated and revised to reflect the latest knowledge in the field!  Basic Arrhythmias, Sevent Edition covers all the basics of arrhythmia interpretation and includes appendices on Clinical Implications, Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology, 12 Lead Electrocardiography, Basic 12 Lead Interpretation, and Pathophysiology of Arrhythmias. The author takes great care in presenting a difficult topic in an easy manner with a building block approach.  Some features to this updated edition include:

• Over 600 practice strips included in the book.
• Covers Clinical Implications, Cardiac Anatomy & Physiology, 12 Lead  Electrocardiography, Basic 12 Lead Interpretation, and Pacemakers, now includes a new section on Pathophysiology of Arrhythmias.
• Full color texts, along with full color, tear-out flash cards for learning practice.
• Flexible, self-instructional format allows for self-paced or classroom learning.
• Key points and self-tests in every chapter for quick review and self-evaluation.
• “Final Challenge” self-test at the end of book helps students evaluate their comprehension of material.
• Clearly written, well-organized, and easy to understand.

This is a perfect resource for any practicing health care professionals who need to learn or review basic EKG or arrhythmia concepts.

Customer Reviews (19)

great for new readers
I have used this book with new students learning to read EKG's.Result have been excellent.It is well thought out and easy for students to follow.Hundreds of strip allow them to practice what they have learned in the text.

basic arrythmias
This book came in excellent condition just as was stated. Item was shipped in a timely matter. I recommend this to everyone.

Great reference book
Helps you understand EKG rythms with an ease. Supplemental cd aids in showing a multitude heart rythms.

its everything basic arrythmias is supposed to be! simply the best.
I went to class in the telemetry floor where I work as a RN could not understand anything but a friend introduced me to this book and I am loving it.

Best Learning Tool!
Basic Arrhythmias by Gail Walraven is a life saver! Not only does it address the subject of arrhythmias but it also conquers the issue of teaching and learning the complex and abstract art of reading cardiac rhythms. Basic Arrhythmias made learning the skill easy.

As a firefighter mid-way through an on-line paramedic course, I highly recommend Basic Arrhythmias to everyone in the field - especially if you are teaching yourself! I wish Gail Walraven would edit (or re-write) "Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured" by Jones and Bartlet Publishers!
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I love LOVE this ECG book - great for ICU prep!
I recently graduated from nursing school and have started working in a medical ICU.ECGs are part of the job and I had zero background with this material from nursing school.The hospital has a pretty rigorous course of online modules to study and although they were thorough, at the end I was still left wondering what is the best way to remember these rhythms?Well, that's where this ECG Workout book comes in.There are 3 things that make it a great learning tool and resource:1)cheat sheets 2)tear out rhythm cards 3)practice strips divided by types of rhythm. Let me elaborate further...

Cheat Sheets - at the end of each rhythm section (ex. atrial arrhythmias) there would be a 1-page summary sheet of the key features to look for in each rhythm. I used these to help me identify the rhythms in the following pages of practice strips.

Rhythm Cards - these are like tear-out flashcards.Ironically I had planned to make some to help me remember the particulars of each rhythm, but this book did it for me!Nice formatting, very thorough.

Practice Strips - anyone who is working to learn ECGs knows that you can learn a rhythm, but none of the practice/test strips look like the "example" model you are shown. What I like in this book is that at the end of each section (atrial arrhythmias, ventricular arrhythmias, junctional arrhythmias...) each chapter has its own collection of 100 practice strips.So you take the 1-page cheat sheet for the section/chapter you are working in, and you know that the rhythms in the practice section will be one of those on the sheet.It takes away all the guessing of if the rhythm might be some other kind and it makes the study much more focused. The answers are easy to find in the back of the book and include all the analysis points of the strip to back up and strengthen your skills.

I used this book for a few days and got a 98% on my unit's ECG test.The only one I missed was because I circled the wrong answer (even though I knew the correct rhythm).Now I feel fairly confident that I can recognize rhythms in all shapes and sizes!This book was truly a significant part in bringing me to that level of understanding.

FYI, there are also the basic intro to strips and wave forms in the book.It is a full-service ECG book - I just didn't cover all of that (I focused on my favorite, most useful parts).After looking at a bunch of other ECG books, this was THE ONE.

Very good
Not too much to say except that it was well worth the money. Many slides so it's cool..

Good practice book
I bought this to help some medical students who were struggling with ECG basics. I feel like it may be a bit too detailed in some of the interpretations, but overall, I was very impressed with the quality and variety of the strips. My students all passed their ECG exam.

Excellent with Dubin
I teach Cardiovascular Tech at a community college.I use "ECG Workout" in conjunction with Dubin's "Rapid Interpretation of EKG's" to teach my students. Huff's text is clearly written in simple English. I prefer Dubin's step-by-step explanations in some instances, but there is no better practice book than Huff's "ECG Workout."The strips are clearly printed and her interpretations are on the money.

ECG Workout
This is what I needed. Many ECG practice strips with blanks for PR, QRS, interpretations, etc. Great review material for paramedics. ... Read more

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Arrhythmia Recognition: The Art of Interpretation is a graphics intensive training manual on arrhythmia recognition.The text uses hundreds of four-color graphics to easily communicate the complex topics related to arrhythmia recognition.This book focuses on the pathophysiological mechanisms involved in the formation and maintenance of complex arrhythmias and on their clinical recognition ... Read more

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Best EKG book - Hands Down
This text is excellent for the beginner or novice to EKG. As a Paramedic I use the skills I learned through this book daily. It is not dry at all, has humorous comments, and it gives plenty of examples to sharpen your skills.

Book came late and torn; repacked by us postal
The product came in very poor condition with front cover torn in the middle and was repacked by the us postal service.Book condition inside was poor (pages wrinkled/bent/dog-eared/dirty) NOT "like-new" as falsely listed on AMAZON.Order was placed 01/12/2010.Book did not came until 2/08/2010, almost 4 weeks later!!!Very disappointed and will not be ordering from this seller or AMAZON again. I have ordered from other book sites and never had this happened when book came damaged and torn like this!

Look no further to master arrhythmia recognition
Arrhythmia recognition is the toughest part of EKG interpretation. Most books that teach it do so by illustrating each arrhythmia with a strip or two, usually using ideal examples. This approach leaves the reader ill prepared to recognize the variations that crop up in practice. The philosophy of this book is "you can't really know an arrhythmia unless you see it over and over".
This book covers all the atrial and ventricular arrhythmias. Each brief but thorough chapter concisely explains the electrophysiology of the abnormal rhythm, well illustrated by copious full color graphics, and ends with a series of analyzed strips and EKGs that show the arrythmia in all its possible presentations. As an example, I've always had a problem with recognizing atrial flutter at 2:1 conduction (anybody can recognize the 'saw tooth' pattern at higher ratios). After reading the chapter on the subject, I had it down cold.
There are also quizzes and practice EKGs to drive home the skill, and the book has a corresponding Web site with further resources. Highly recommended. ... Read more

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Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation of Cardiac Arrhythmias has been so extensively updated for its third edition that the book now features a new title: Catheter Ablation of Cardiac Arrhythmias: Basic Concepts and Clinical Applications. The editors bring you 21 polished chapters, each updating the fundamentals and progressing to advanced concepts, providing state-of-the-art knowledge with highly relevant material for experienced electrophysiologists as well as fellows in training.

This streamlined new edition features:
• Two new editors, both widely published and leaders in the field of catheter ablation
• 21 instead of 39 chapters, achieved by focusing on primary topics of broad interest and assimilating information from a wide range of sources
• Fewer authors, chosen for their recognized contributions to the topics under discussion, providing a more integrated and coherent approach
• Anatomic insights from leading pathologist Siew Yen Ho, integrated with new information from imaging technologies

Each chapter dealing with ablation of a specific arrhythmia features the author's personal approach to ablation of the arrhythmia, including practical "how-to" tips, and a review of potential pitfalls. Alternate approaches and variations are succinctly summarized. Original figures and drawings illustrate specific approaches to improve the usability of the book. ... Read more

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The breadth and range of the topics covered, and the consistent organization of each chapter, give you simple but detailed access to information on anatomy, diagnostic criteria, differential diagnosis, mapping, and ablation. The book includes a unique section on troubleshooting difficult cases for each arrhythmia, and the use of tables, illustrations, and high-quality figures is unmatched among publications in the field. * Includes comprehensive and detailed coverage of all arrhytmias and ablation technologies. * Uses consistent chapter format to make accessing information easy. * Outlines a systematic approach to specific problems encountered in the laboratory along with solutions. * Utilizes extensive tables to summarize key information in each chapter. * Presents specific hard to remember numerical information used in diagnosis and mapping. ... Read more

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Outstanding book
Practical and mostly concise.Each chapter has a section called "troubleshooting the difficult case" which gives excellent advice, tips and tricks for dealing with common problems.For newly practicing EP physicians, I recommend re-reading the relevant chapter the night before each ablation, and especially suggest skimming over the "troubleshooting" section immediately before each case.I found this book indispensable in my first few months of EP practice. ... Read more

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This issue is a valuable tool to help electrophysiologists interpret complex ECGs so they can better understand arrhythmia mechanisms.  Organized by cases, this issue illustrates many of the classic electrocardiographic findings and phenomena that every electrophysiologist should know. Study of this issue demonstrates a systematic way to analyze arrhythmia mechanisms. ... Read more

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Cardiac Arrhythmias is a long-established and widely respected guide to the interpretation and treatment of cardiac rhythm disorders. Acting as a practical handbook to dip into when required, and also as a comprehensive textbook, it covers the basics and detail of cardiac arrhythmias at a realistic level without overwhelming the reader with unnecessary technical details and references.For this seventh edition, the content has been brought up to date throughout, incorporating results from recent major clinical trials, developments in the treatment of atrial fibrillation, greater sophistication in pacemaker technology and the increased availability of defibrillators.The book will provide invaluable advice to junior hospital doctors, coronary care nurses, cardiac technicians, higher level medical students and practising physicians requiring a ready reference to this important subject.Highly Commended at the 2002 BMA Medical Book Competition Awards (Sixth edition): 'A thoroughly usable handbook to dip into and practical textbook covering the area of the basics and detail of cardiac arrhythmias for trainee cardiologists, technicians, GPSI cardiology and cardiologists but without unnecessary technical detail and references' From the reviews of previous editions:I enjoyed reading it and would recommend it unreservedly to anaesthetists who wish to improve their knowledge of cardiac arrhythmias. My advice is to buy the book and read it. British Journal of Anaesthesiaa well conceived practical guide to the interpretation and treatment of the main cardiac rhythm disturbances.Many a medical registrar will be grateful for this clear, concise, up-to-date manual LancetThis book presents a concise and simplified approach to the diagnosis and management of abnormalities in cardiac rhythmOne of the books strengths is the number and quality of electrocardiographic tracings that are juxtaposed with the text to highlight important points New England Journal of MedicineThis book about cardiac arrhythmias is of much educational value and is written and edited simply and clearly European Heart JournalMy choice would be Bennetts Cardiac Arrhythmias which is rather more advanced and therefore suitable for junior hospital staff. This includes a list of key learning points at the end of each section and ends with a challenging ECG quiz British Medical Journal ... Read more

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Juan A. Fernandez Hospital, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Third author, David L. Hayes, is with Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN. Discusses Chagas' disease, the most common cause of atrioventricular block in South America. Provides complete, yet concise, information about arrhythmia in Chagas' myocardiopathy and its treatment. ... Read more

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Advanced Concepts in Arrhythmias covers all of the important and up-to-date advances in electrocardiography -- reflecting all of the state-of-the-art findings that have occurred over the last few years. It bridges the gap between basic ECG texts and the comprehensive texts that provide an overwhelming amount of information on cardiac electrophysiology. Readers will find new chapters covering the latest innovations in atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and polymorphic ventriculartachycardia (VT). ... Read more

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Quite weak
There's a few excellent books on cardiac rythms and arrhythmias, and this is not one of them. It simply doesn't explain things well, and the graphics are lousy.

great book for ecg understanding
This book goes deep into the world of ecg and arrhythmias.It shows a wide range of arrhythmias in different leads.Definitely interesting.

Some chapters are very good
Fairly basic text but good chapters on abberration, SAEKG and a few others.

Advanced Concepts in Arrhytymias
Building on the solid foundation of Marriott's Practical Electrocardiography, this book provides in-depth understanding for the advanced practitioner.Conover and Marriott provide clarity in theirpresentation of challenging topics. ... Read more

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For decades clinical electrophysiology has been considered a discipline for adepts, able to interpret not so obvious intracardiac signals. With the advent of new technologies, offering a three-dimensional reconstruction of cardiac anatomy and generating colour-coded maps, the approach to the complex world of electrophysiology is changing: A three-dimensional colour-coded electroanatomic map of a left atrium could be a precise and self-explanatory representation based on intracavitary signals, on which correct diagnosis is made and successul ablation is performed. As expected, this makes the difference especially in cases exhibiting complex arrhythmias (atypical atrial flutters, postsurgical arrhythmias), in which the task could be really tough.

The book is based on a multicentre experience and describes the most difficult cases of each centre, as far as arrhythmia is concerned. For each case, the crucial role of electroanatomic mapping in providing unique information and new insights in a field still in evolution is very evident. The book will prove to be very a useful tool for all the operators working in this field.

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informative
this book explained EP procedures and testing in fine detail. I was banished to EP land 3 years ago with no formal training and have been looking for something like this for a while. Trying to self train without the proper tools is very frustrating, and u can end up buying books that r helpless or to technical, this book has kept me interested in my neew career and has made sense of procedures that I assist in daily basis. ... Read more

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Ventricular arrhythmias and sudden death are responsible for hundreds of thousands of deaths each year throughout the world. Covering the most recent developments in this field, this leading text serves as a guide to this area of increasing clinical importance, addressing a wide range of topics, including:

• basic mechanisms of ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation
• clinical syndromes and etiologies
• epidemiology and risk stratification
• pharmacologic therapy
• ablation and surgery
• implantable defibrillators

Ventricular Arrhythmias and Sudden Cardiac Death provides the information that cardiologists, cardiac electrophysiologists, cardiac electrophysiology fellows, scientists, industry, and associated professionals need to know about current and evolving Ventricular Tachyarrhythmia treatment and diagnosis. As the most comprehensive book on this topic, it will serve as the text that this readership will turn to first. ... Read more

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The information explosion in electrophysiology has turned cardiology from a diagnostic to a therapeutic specialty. This completely revised edition has been greatly expanded to deal with all the new aspects of interventional electrophysiology and discusses how physicians will treat arrhythmias in the future. This text also features three new ablation chapters and completely updated pharmacologic data. ... Read more

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This book with supporting CD is part of the ESC Education Series. The series is designed to provide medical professionals with the latest information about the understanding, diagnosis and management of cardiovascular diseases. Where available, management recommendations are based on the established European Guidelines, which encompass the best techniques to use with each cardiac disease. Throughout the series, the leading international opinion leaders have been chosen to edit and contribute to the books. The information is presented in a succinct and accessible format with a clinical focus.

Non-invasive imaging is developing at a frantic pace and is being implemented more and more in the diagnostic and prognostic work-up of patients with heart disease. Cardiovascular Imaging provides insight into the use of different imaging modalities in clinical settings, focusing on frequently observed diseases, rather than the image modalities themselves.

This logical approach provides basic information on the place of the imaging modalities in these various diseases, and then highlights each one in a clinical case that all cardiologists will frequently encounter. The CD contains moving images. ... Read more

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Cardiac arrhythmias produce rapid, slow or irregular heart beats and are extremely common and range in severity from benign to sudden, life-threatening emergencies. Some patients may be acutely conscious while others may be unaware. Whether you or a loved one suffers from heart rhythm disorders, You and Your Arrhythmia:A Guide to Heart Rhythm Problems for Patients and Their Families offers help. This book includes cases with simple explanations to provide patients and their families with a better understanding of heart rhythm disorders, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care. ... Read more