Etiology and Morphogenesis of Congenital Heart Disease

This volume focuses on the etiology and morphogenesis of Congenital Heart Disease. It examines in detail the early development differentiation and later morphologic events, covering a wide range of causes of the disease such as gene functions, growth factors, transcription factors and other cellular interactions. The book also presents recent advances in the technologies such as stem cells and cell sheet tissue engineering, which should be a breakthrough not only for future regenerative medicines but also for new disease models that represent specific phenotypes. This book offers the ideal resource for researchers and clinical professionals looking for updates on recent research and potential future therapies.