This book addresses consequences on the cardiovascular system that arise from iatrogenesis- the occurrence of untoward effects resulting from actions of health care providers, including medical errors, medical malpractice, practicing beyond one's expertise, adverse effects of medication, unnecessary treatment, inappropriate screenings, and surgical errors.

Iatrogenesis is the occurrence of untoward effects resulting from actions of health care providers. Edited by two renowned cardiology experts, Iatrogenicity addresses both the iatrogenicity that arises with cardiovascular interventions, as well as non-cardiovascular interventions that result in adverse consequences on the cardiovascular system.