Despite advances during the last 2 decades in every aspect of cardiovascular research
(interventional cardiology, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and so forth), Western societies …

The need for appropriate animal models to conduct translational research is vital for
advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. The choice of animal model …

Swine are being chosen with increasing frequency as subjects for cardiovascular research.
Similarities to humans in their cardiovascular physiology, size, anatomy, and the perfusion …

This new edition of Animal Models in Cardiovascular Research describes historical and
recent advances in our understanding of the cardiovascular system from studies conducted …

Due to the biological complexity of the cardiovascular system, the animal model is an urgent
pre-clinical need to advance our knowledge of cardiovascular disease and to explore new …

To improve human health, scientific discoveries must be translated into practical
applications. Inherent in the development of these technologies is the role of preclinical …

A revolution began in my professional career and education in 1997. In that year, I visited
the University of Minnesota to discuss collaborative opportunities in cardiac anatomy …

Transgenic technology has potentially solved many of the immunological difficulties of using
pig organs to support life in the human recipient. Nevertheless, other problems still remain …

Because of its similarity to humans in important respects, sheep (Ovis aries) are a common
animal model for translational research in cardiovascular surgery. However, some unique …

The most effective, practical approach to the recognition and management of cardiovascular
and cardiopulmonary medicine, MANUAL OF CANINE AND FELINE CARDIOLOGY, 4th …