The Cardiac Recovery Handbook: The Complete Guide to Life After Heart Attack or Heart Surgery

by Paul Kligfield

Maybe a suspicious angiogram has the doctor suggesting bypass surgery. Maybe a major heart attack has you confined to the ICU. After a heart attack or heart surgery, you have a hundred questions and your family has more. How long will I be in the hospital? What are the side effects of that medication? Why do I feel so depressed? What can I eat? Can I exercise?

One of the nation's most respected cardiologists answers all your questions in The Cardiac Recovery Handbook . In clear, everyday language, the book covers all aspects of cardiac recovery—from the initial diagnosis of heart disease to medications and surgical options, from hospitalization to rehabilitation, from diet and exercise to keeping your spirits up. No question is left unanswered.

Filled with a wealth of vital information, The Cardiac Recovery Handbook is an invaluable resource for the millions of Americans suffering from heart disease, as well as their families, healthcare providers, and friends.

Genres: Health

296 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 2004

Reviews

[Galicius · Rating 3 out of 5]

Dr. Kligfield covers a lot of ground from a heart attack, angioplasty to bypass surgery. Some of this information or much may not pertain to individuals interested so I skipped chapters on obesity and smoking. I wonder how current this advice is with a publication date of 2004. It may be somewhat dated in 2018 when I see Prozac described among "Fortunately, a newer group of antidepressants …that have come along in the past decade." (p. 269) The author’s qualifications are impressive.

[Amy Gucci · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of great information here- I was looking for a book on open heart surgery and found good solid information, but felt this was geared for heart tracks more than OHS. Will definitely keep as a reference with my husbands upcoming g surgery for advice on recovery and overall health.

[Steve · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not much of a plot

[Robert Whelan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good overview of cardiac disease and medications. Very little about the actual process of recovery from surgery.

[Maryann Moffit · Rating 3 out of 5]

Easy reading. Finished in one night. But I never smoked and don't drink so I could gloss over those sections.