Historie katetrizací srdce – Aschermann Michael (2025)

Cardiac catheterization is now one of the most common procedures in cardiology, yet few people know its dramatic and often adventurous history. Professor Michael Aschermann guides readers from the first attempts to insert cannulas into the venous system to modern interventions in the coronary arteries, structural heart defects and arrhythmology. The book brings to life the stories of pioneers from around the world and figures in Czech cardiology, recalls the Czech contribution to the development of coronary interventions, and maps the current network of catheterization centers in the Czech Republic. It follows not only technical progress but also the atmosphere of each period, from pioneering experiments and the era of “heroic” procedures to today’s highly standardized care. Historical facts are interwoven with the author’s personal memories and those of his contemporaries, giving the book an exceptionally vivid and readable character. It is intended for people working in catheterization laboratories who want to understand the tradition behind their daily practice, as well as medical students and anyone interested in medicine and the story behind one of modern cardiology’s greatest developments. The contents are in Czech.