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This book provides an overview of statin-associated muscle symptoms (SAMS) from clinical presentation to treatment and possible metabolic causes. It examines the risk factors, presentations, diagnosis and differential diagnosis, clinical management, and financial costs of SAMS. The book also highlights patients’ perspectives on SAMS such as the psychosocial, emotional, and societal factors influencing their perceptions and experiences. Finally, the book presents the results of observational and clinical trials on the prevalence of SAMS, clinical trials for treatments, and potential future research approaches for improving the understanding and treatment of SAMS. A key addition to the Contemporary Cardiology series, Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms is an essential resource for physicians, medical students, residents, fellows, and allied health professionals in cardiology, endocrinology, pharmacotherapy, primary care, and health promotion and disease prevention.

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9783030333034

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The quality of this book is excellent. It is a valuable resource for cardiologists, clinical physicians, scientists, fellows, and residents involved in the care of cardiac patients. (Tarun Bhandari, Doody's Book Reviews, April 24, 2020)

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Paul D. Thompson, MDChief of Cardiology EmeritusHartford HospitalHartford, CTProfessor of MedicineUniversity of Connecticut School of MedicineFarmington, CT Beth A. Taylor, PhDDivision of CardiologyHartford HospitalHartford, CTDepartment of KinesiologyUniversity of ConnecticutStorrs, CT 

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