From reviews of the previous editions:

"Dr. Picano, one of the pioneers of stress echo, describes the pathophysiological basis of the technique extremely well. In addition, both the advantages and the limitations of the method are covered in a clear and comprehensive way. The book will be useful to cardiologists and even "non-experts" such as echo technicians and students."
(Jos Roelandt, Cardiov Res; 1994; 28: 1: 143)

"A narrative and enjoyable style a ] An extremely valuable and important book for those who practise stress echo and are interested in clinical and scientific aspects of the method." (H.P. Kuhl, Der Internist, 1999; 9: 958)

"An extremely well written, unique Picano-style. This beautiful book is an essential part of every good cardiological library."
(A. Boccanelli, G Ital Cardiol; 1998; 28:81)