This manual is a comprehensive guide to heart failure for clinicians. Beginning with an introduction to its epidemiology and diagnosis, the following sections provide in depth discussion on the most recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment of different aspects of heart failure. The final chapters cover cardiopulmonary exercise testing, and therapies and palliative care for end stage heart failure. Written by internationally recognised specialists from the University of Iowa, this practical guide includes more than 200 images and illustrations. Key points Comprehensive guide to heart failure for practising cardiologists Includes chapter on cardiopulmonary exercise testing Internationally recognised author team More than 200 images and illustrations.