Applied Anatomy for Anaesthesia and Intensive Care

Applied Anatomy for Anaesthesia and Intensive Care is an invaluable tool for trainee and practiced anaesthetists and intensive care physicians seeking to learn, revise and develop their anatomical knowledge and procedural skills. Concise textual descriptions of anatomy are integrated with descriptions of procedures that are frequently performed in anaesthesia and intensive care, e.g. nerve blocks, focussed echo, lung ultrasound, vascular access procedures, front of neck airway access and chest drainage. The text is supported by over 200 high-quality, colour, anatomical illustrations, which are correlated with ultrasound, fibreoptic and radiological images, allowing the reader to easily interpret nerve block sonoanatomy, airway fibreoptic images and important features on CT and MRI scans. Useful mnemonics and easily reproducible sketch diagrams make this an essential resource for anyone studying towards postgraduate examinations in anaesthesia and intensive care medicine
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Moore's Clinical Anatomy Flash Cards Cards

This clinically relevant anatomy flash card set is based on the concepts and full-color images in Moore's Clinically Oriented Anatomy. The card set is a convenient, portable study tool for gross anatomy courses, exam preparation, clinical anatomy review during clerkships, and dental and allied health students. Organized and color-coded using the regional approach of Clinically Oriented Anatomy, the cards feature descriptions of structures, concise versions of the text's clinical "Blue Boxes," and correlating images. Realistic anatomic renderings, radiographs, and diagrams of common medical situations complement this clinically oriented material. Information on muscle attachments, innervations, and main actions are also included. New to this edition: 16 introductory cards that give an overview of the major systems; new and improved artwork from the 7th edition of Clinically Oriented Anatomy; additional diagrams, illustrations, and clinical photos; and a hole punch and metal key ring for easy organization and studying on the go.
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Seeley's Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology

Designed for the one-semester course, Seeley's Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology is written to allow instructors the ability to accomplish one overall goal: to teach the basics of A&P while fostering the skill of problem solving. Through learning how to solve problems and think critically, students learn A&P based on two themes: the relationship between structure and function, and homeostasis.
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Atlas of Functional Anatomy for Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine: Human Structure, Ultrastructure and 3D Reconstruction Images

This is the first atlas to depict in high-resolution images the fine structure of the spinal canal, the nervous plexuses, and the peripheral nerves in relation to clinical practice. The Atlas of Functional Anatomy for Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine contains more than 1500 images of unsurpassed quality, most of which have never been published, including scanning electron microscopy images of neuronal ultrastructures, macroscopic sectional anatomy, and three-dimensional images reconstructed from patient imaging studies. Each chapter begins with a short introduction on the covered subject but then allows the images to embody the rest of the work; detailed text accompanies figures to guide readers through anatomy, providing evidence-based, clinically relevant information. Beyond clinically relevant anatomy, the book features regional anesthesia equipment (needles, catheters, surgical gloves) and overview of some cutting edge research instruments (e.g. scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy).

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Sonoanatomy for Anaesthetists

The accuracy with which clinicians can locate nerves and blood vessels has increased greatly with the development of portable handheld ultrasound scanners, and no specialty has felt the benefit more than anesthesia. This practical atlas of ultrasound anatomy addresses the two main challenges for anyone learning ultrasound-guided techniques: 1. Where do I place the probe? 2. What exactly am I looking at? Each nerve block or vascular access site is illustrated with: • An anatomical line illustration • A clinical photograph showing the correct ultrasound probe position • The ultrasound scan • A line illustration of the scan labelled to indicate the salient anatomical features All relevant anatomic regions are included: upper limb, lower limb, neck, thorax and abdomen. Concise notes for each entry indicate scan landmarks and give useful tips and advice on potential complications. Sonoanatomy for Anesthetists is an essential resource for anesthetists, intensivists and chronic pain specialists.

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Anatomy for Anaesthetists 9th

Anaesthetists require a particularly specialized knowledge of anatomy
The anaesthetist must know intimately the respiratory passages, the major veins and the peripheral
nerves to deliver safe and effective pain control.
As one of the great teachers of anatomy, Professor Harold Ellis is eminently qualified to elegantly
provide the anatomical detail required of anaesthetists. Modern approaches to practice, including
the use of imaging to guide anaesthetic practice, add further depth to the fine full-colour anatomical
illustrations.
Designed for anaesthetists, Anatomy for Anaesthetists covers:
• The Respiratory Pathway, Lungs, Thoracic Wall and Diaphragm
• The Heart and Great Veins of the Neck
• The Peripheral Nerves
• The Autonomic Nervous System
• The Cranial Nerves
• The Anatomy of Pain
Clinical Notes throughout provide the clinical context for the anatomical detail. Designed for trainees, but of continuing relevance to practicing anaesthetists, and now in its Golden Jubilee edition, Anatomy for Anaesthetists provides a central pillar of anaesthetic knowledge.

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Color Atlas of Physiology

The 5th English edition has been thoroughly revised in terms of content and organization of the didactic material; almost all of the color illustrations have been drawn anew for improved clarity. The extensive introductory chapter focuses on aspects of cytophysiology. Owing to the considerably expanded text and improved illustrative material, functional connections are easily recognized; new concepts and current advances in research are taken fully into account. Main features are: General and cellular physiology; Nerve and muscle; Autonomic nervous system; Blood; respiration; Acid-base balance; Kidney salt and water balance; Heart and circulation; Thermal balance and thermoregulation; Nutrition and digestion; Hormonal control; Central nervous system and senses

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Author: av / Silbernagl, S / Despopoulos, Agamemnon
Publisher:Thieme Medical Publishers; 4th edition
Pages:448
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Sodium Channels and Neuronal Hyperexcitability



Recent progress has led to a better understanding of the molecular structure of sodium channels, how they work and the mechanisms that restrict their expression to particular cell types.
This book explains how these channels are modulated in various pathological states to enable the development of therapeutic strategies based on sodium channel
restoration. The authors present the most current research on sodium channels andneuronal function.
Brings together both the basic biology and biophysics with detailed consideration of the medical applications in chronic pain and epilepsy. Includes coverage of channelopathies, sodium channel gene expression, the modulation of sodium channels, and molecular mechanisms of gating and drug block of sodium channels.

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Author:Novartis Foundation
Publisher:John Wiley & Sons
Pages:267
Size:1.75 MB
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Aspirin and related drugs



This much anticipated volume reviews over a century of aspirin research and use. Providing a comprehensive source of information on the history, chemistry, absorption in the body, therapeutic effects, toxicology, elimination, and future uses of aspirin, it is the most definitive reference currently available. Aspirin and Related Drugs includes the commercial use of aspirin and outlines the chemical properties and synthesis of aspirin and its derivatives developed over the last 100 years. Physicians, pharmacists, pharmacologists, toxicologists, and chemists will find this definitive reference an invaluable insight into this popular and fascinating drug.

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Author:K.D. Rainsford
Publisher:Taylor & Francis
pages:800
Size:5,28MB
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Cardiovascular Physiology (Lange Physiology Series)



Thoroughly revised, this text provides a concise yet complete presentation of the basic principles of cardiovascular physiology for beginning medical and physiology students. This book places particular emphasis on describing how the operation of the intact cardiovascular system is governed by the basic principles of cardiovascular physiology. New material covered is on the cardiovascular effects of aging; fetal circulation and changes at birth; cardiac membrane ion channel gating mechanisms; and cardiovascular adaptations to zero gravity. The book's successful format utilizes learning objectives and study questions to encourage self-sufficiency in mastering the material.
CLEAR, CONCISE, AND UP TO DATE Here is a direct, highly-readable way for students to gain a fundamental knowledge and basic understanding of cardiovascular physiology. Experienced practitioners will find this versatile reference to be the perfect refresher course and a convenient way to stay up-to-date on the latest research and developments in this ever-changing field.

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Author:David E. Mohrman
Publisher:McGraw-Hill Medical
Pages:241
Size:6.59
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Functional Neuroanatomy of Pain



Pain is defined by the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP)
as an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or
potential tissue damage, or described in terms of such damage or both.
Pain is an unpleasant but very important biological signal for danger. Nociception is
necessary for survival and maintaining the integrity of the organism in a potentially
hostile environment (Hunt and Mantyh 2001; Scholz andWoolf 2002).
Pain is not a monolithic entity. It is both a sensory experience and a perceptual metaphor for damage (i.e., mechanically, by infection), and it is activated by noxious stimuli that act on a complex pain sensory apparatus.
However, sustained or chronic pain can result in secondary symptoms (anxiety,
depression), and in a marked decrease of the quality of life. This spontaneous
and exaggerated pain no longer has a protective role, but pain becomes a ruining
disease itself (Basbaum 1999; Dworkin and Johnson 1999; Woolf and Mannion
1999; Dworkin et al. 2000; Hunt and Mantyh 2001; Scholz andWoolf 2002). If pain
becomes the pathology, typically via damage and dysfunction of the peripheral
and central nervous system, it is termed “neuropathic pain.”
Here, we present an updated review of the functional anatomy of normal and neuropathic pain.

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Author:K.G. Usunoff · A. Popratiloff ·,O. Schmitt · A.Wree
Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (November 14, 2005)
Pages:126
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Central Line Placement:Procedure guide

Indications:

Venous access is needed for intravenous fluids or antibiotics and a peripheral site is unavailable or not suitable
Central venous pressure measurement
Administration of certain chemotherapeutic drugs or total parenteral nutrition (TPN)For hemodialysis or plasmapheresis

Contraindications:

Uncooperative patient
Uncorrected bleeding diathesis
Skin infection over the puncture site
Distortion of anatomic landmarks from any reason
Pneumothorax or hemothorax on the contralateral side

Relative contraindications:

Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) mechanical ventilation
Only one functioning lung
Procedure Step-by-Step
Explain the procedure to the patient and obtain a written informed consent, if possible.
Explain the risks, benefits and alternatives (RBA).
Get to know the equipment in the standard central line placement kit.

Do not forget to put the needles in the sharp objects collector box. Order a CXR to rule out a pneumothorax and write a procedure note.

Complications:
Pneumothroax
Hemothorax
Arrhythmias
Air embolism
Introduction of infection

Write a procedure note which documents the following:

Patient consent
Indications for the procedure
Relevant labs, e.g INR/PTT, platelet count
Procedure technique, sterile prep, anesthetic, amount of fluid obtained, character of fluid, estimated blood loss
Any complicationsTests ordered




Click here to see slide show of the procedure
Slideshow details:
Authors: V. Dimov, M.D., The Cleveland Clinic, B. Altaqi, M.D.,
Trover Foundation Health Care
Photos: 48
Jun 20, 2006
Size: 4 MB

Other links for central line placement:
Video show central venous catheterization
Internal Jugular Vein Cannulation - The UCSF Hospitalist Handbook
Central Venous Access. eMedicine, July 29, 2005.
Central Venous Line Placement:University at Buffalo.
Central Line Placement Algorithm :madigan army medical center
Emergency procedures:central line placement on youtube
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Cardiovascular Physiology


This uniquely readable, compact, and concise monograph lays a foundation of knowledge of the underlying concepts of normal cardiovascular function. Students welcome the book's broad overview as a practical partner or alternative to a more mechanistically oriented approach or an encyclopedic physiology text. Especially clear explanations, ample illustrations, a helpful glossary of terms, tutorials, and chapter-opening learning objectives provide superb guidance for self-directed learning and help fill the gap in many of today's abbreviated physiology blocks. A focus on well-establish- ed cardiovascular principles reflects recent, widely accepted cardiovascular research.
The textbook consists of nine chapters (235 pages, 123 illustrations). Each chapter begins with an outline and a list of learning objectives. Chapters contain problems and clinical cases that reinforce physiologic principles. Each chapter concludes with a summary of key concepts followed by self-assessment questions in a multiple choice format. The answers, with explanations, are found in the appendix.
The textbook chapter headings are listed below:
Chapter 1 Introduction to the Cardiovascular System
Chapter 2 Electrical Activity of the Heart
Chapter 3 Cellular Structure and Function
Chapter 4 Cardiac Function
Chapter 5 Vascular Function
Chapter 6 Neurohumoral Control of the Heart and Circulation
Chapter 7 Organ Blood Flow
Chapter 8 Exchange Function of the Microcirculation
Chapter 9 Cardiovascular Integration and Adaptation

Book details:
Author: Dr. Richard E Klabunde
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2004
Pages:253
Size:6.262 MB
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Basic Procedures of the Anesthesiologist

These are some basic procedures which are performed to one degree or another in all patients having surgery.

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Endotracheal Intubation
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Fiberoptic Intubation
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