From the earliest days of medicine to the present, case reports have been a critical aspect of clinical education and knowledge development. In this comprehensive volume, Dr. William C. Roberts, a renowned expert in the field, explores the rich history and ongoing importance of case reports in cardiology.

Through engaging and insightful analysis, the book demonstrates how case reports have provided physicians with crucial insights into rare diseases, complex conditions, and ground-breaking treatments. Drawing on a vast range of sources, from ancient manuscripts to cutting-edge journals, it offers a unique perspective on the role of case reports in medical education and management of cardiovascular diseases with a special emphasis on diseases and complications related to aorta such as aortic valve stenosis, aortic aneurysm, and others. It underscores how case reports can be used to enhance diagnostic accuracy, identify new treatment options, and promote innovation in the field. In addition, the book provides valuable insights into the process of writing and publishing case reports, including tips for young physicians looking to break into the field.

The book will be an indispensable guide to the history, practice, and ongoing significance of case reports for medical students, physicians, and researchers alike.

Key features

• Provides a rich repository of diverse case reports in cardiology published by the editor and his colleagues over 61 years
• Features 46 clinical case studies related to broad cardiovascular diseases with focus on aortic diseases useful for medical students and practicing cardiologists
• Valuable resource for young physicians seeking to establish a foothold in medical research and academics