Interdisciplinary Concepts in Cardiovascular Health ─ Primary Risk Factors

This book is aimed at introduction of the principles of both cardiovascular epidemiology and molecular pathophysiology including the unique aspect of outlining and discussing molecular concepts underlying epidemiological observations. Thereby it promotes and stimulates interdisciplinary concepts in the field of preventive medicine based on recent knowledge in molecular and cellular pathophysiology. This title is intended to serve as a knowledge base for both researchers in basic biomedical fields as well as clinical scientists and as a guideline towards novel avenues for research in both basic pathophysiology and cardiovascular therapy and prevention.