Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Atlas of Uncommon Pain Syndromes 3rd ed.

Steven D. Waldman MD JD (Author)


Obtain optimal diagnostic results from the field's foremost pain expert! Noted authority Steven D. Waldman, MD, JD, offers complete, concise, and highly visual guidance on the diagnosis of more than 100 uncommon pain syndromes less frequently encountered in daily practice. Vivid illustrations depict the physical symptoms and anatomy of each pain site as well as key imaging findings involving techniques such as MRI, CT, and conventional radiograph. It's the effective, easy-access resource you need to evaluate uncommon pain syndromes and sharpen your diagnostic skills.
  • Uses a consistent format to explore each pain syndrome, progressing through diagnostic codes . signs and
    • Accurately diagnose and treat uncommon pain syndromes by following a step-by-step approach that progresses from signs and symptoms through physical findings, laboratory and radiographic testing, treatment options, and clinical pearls.
    • Recognize the visual manifestations of pain with help from nearly 400 vivid illustrations-more than 100 new to this edition, many in color-depicting the physical symptoms and anatomy of each pain site, and diagnostic images demonstrating key findings from MRI, CT, and conventional radiography.

      • Effectively apply the latest techniques and approaches with complete updates throughout including new chapters on SUNCT Headache, Primary Thunderclap Headache, Hypnic Headache, Nummular Headache, Atypical Odontalgia, Burning Mouth Syndrome, Nervus Intermedius Neuralgia, Red Ear Syndrome, Clival Chordoma Syndrome, Glomus Tumor of the Shoulder, Osteonecrosis of the Elbow Joint, Driver's Elbow, Boxer's Knuckle, Trigger Wrist, Superior Cluneal Nerve Entrapment Syndrome, Clitoral Priapism, Breaststroker's Knee, Glomus Tumor of the Knee, and Fabella Syndrome.
    • Quickly and easily find the information you need thanks to highly templated chapters.
    • Confidently overcome the clinical challenges you're likely to face with well-rounded guidance from this companion volume to Dr. Waldman's Atlas of Common Pain Syndromes, 3rd Edition.
    • Access the complete text and illustrations online at expertconsult.com, fully searchable.
  • Features updated chapters throughout, and 19 new chapters to keep you abreast of the conditions presenting in today's practice.
  • Presents over 350 illustrations-175 in full color and more than 100 new to this edition-as well as x-rays, CTs, and MRIs, helping you to confirm your diagnoses and confidently implement techniques.
Brand new chapters include:
SUNCT Headache
    Primary Thunderclap Headache
     Hypnic Headache
  Nummular Headache
Atypical Odontalgia
Burning Mouth Syndrome
  Nervus Intermedius Neuralgia
Red Ear Syndrome
Clival Chordoma Syndrome
Glomus Tumor of the Shoulder
Osteonecrosis of the Elbow Joint
Driver's Elbow
Boxer's Knuckle
Trigger Wrist
Superior Cluneal Nerve Entrapment Syndrome
Clitoral Priapism
Breaststroker's Knee
Glomus Tumor of the Knee
Fabella Syndrome

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Monday, October 28, 2013

Textbook of Anaesthesia, 4e

Textbook of Anaesthesia, 4e (Frca Study Guides) 
Graham Smith BSc(Hon) MD FRCA (Editor), Alan R. Aitkenhead BSc MD FRCA (Editor), Iain Moppett (Editor), David J. Rowbotham MD MRCP FRCA (Editor)

This is a New Edition of a very successful textbook aimed at trainee anaesthetists taking the Fellowship examination of the Royal College of Anaesthetists and similar exams. The examination has changed since the current edition was published moving from a three part exam to a two part one, with Part 1 now having a much greater basic science content. The New Edition should consolidate the book's position as the dominant teaxt for Part 1 of the FRCA. It is also highly suitable for exams such as the Diploma of Anaesthesiology of the European Academy of Aneaesthesiology.

Thursday, October 24, 2013

Handbook of Drugs in Intensive Care: An A-Z Guide

Henry Paw (Author), Rob Shulman (Author)

Numerous treatment options are available to intensive care staff; this requires detailed knowledge of routes of administration and contra-indications to use in certain clinical conditions. Now in its fourth edition, this concise, practical handbook to drugs and prescribing for intensive care gives up-to-date advice on established drugs as well as providing advice on those recently approved. The book is divided into two sections: an A-Z guide to many of the drugs available, with concise information on each drug, including uses, limitations, administration directions and adverse effects. The second section contains topics relevant to the critically ill patients, including factors that may affect drug prescribing and management of medical emergencies. There is also a key data section showing weight conversions, BMI and corresponding dosage calculations, and an invaluable chart indicating drug compatibility for IV administration. This is an invaluable resource for doctors, nurses, and pharmacists caring for critically ill patients.

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Anesthesia: A Comprehensive Review 4th

Brian A. Hall MD (Author), Robert C. Chantigian MD (Author)

Anesthesia: A Comprehensive Review is an invaluable study tool for certification and recertification as well as a superb way to ensure mastery of all the key knowledge in anesthesiology. Brian A. Hall and Robert C. Chantigian present nearly 1000 completely updated review questions-vetted by Mayo residents-that cover the latest discoveries and techniques in physics, biochemistry, and anesthesia equipment; the newest drugs and drug categories; and the most recent information on all anesthesia subspecialties. They cover everything from the basic sciences to general anesthesia and subspecialty considerations, with an emphasis on the most important and clinically relevant principles. Access discussions of each question as well as page references to major anesthesia texts. With online access to the text at expertconsult.com, you'll have the ultimate review guide for the ABA written exam.
  • Tests your knowledge of anesthesia through the most comprehensive coverage of basic science and clinical practice for an effective review.
  • Features questions vetted by Mayo residents to ensure a consistent level of difficulty from trustworthy sources.
  • Features the full text online at expertconsult.com for convenient reference.
  • Presents 997 thoroughly revised questions for the most current and comprehensive review of board material, covering the latest discoveries and techniques in physics, biochemistry, and anesthesia equipment; the newest drugs and drug categories; and the most recent information on all anesthesia subspecialties.
  • Complies with the new ABA format so you have an accurate representation of the new question style and can prepare effectively.
  • Includes discussions after each question, along with references to major anesthesia texts so it's easy to find more information on any subject.

Monday, October 21, 2013

Principles and Practice of Anesthesia for Thoracic Surgery

Peter Slinger MD FRCPC (Editor)

Principles and Practice of Anesthesia for Thoracic Surgery will serve as an updated comprehensive review covering not only the recent advances, but also topics that haven't been covered in previously published texts: extracorporeal ventilatory support, new advances in chest imaging modalities, lung isolation with a difficult airway, pulmonary thrombo-endarterectomy, and chronic post-thoracotomy pain. Additionally, the book features clinical case discussions at the end of each clinical chapter as well as tables comprising detailed anesthetic management.

Saturday, October 19, 2013

Clinical Anesthesia 6th

Paul G. Barash (Editor), Bruce F. Cullen MD (Editor), Robert K. Stoelting MD (Editor), Michael Cahalan MD (Editor), M. Christine Stock MD (Editor)

The premier single-volume reference in the field of anesthesia, Clinical Anesthesia is now in its Sixth Edition, with thoroughly updated coverage, a new full-color design, and a revamped art program featuring 880 full-color illustrations. More than 80 leading experts cover every aspect of contemporary perioperative medicine in one comprehensive, clinically focused, clear, concise, and accessible volume. Two new editors, Michael Cahalan, MD and M. Christine Stock, MD, join Drs. Barash, Cullen, and Stoelting for this edition.
A companion Website will offer the fully searchable text, plus access to enhanced podcasts that can be viewed on your desktop or downloaded to most Apple and BlackBerry devices.

Examination Anaesthesia, 2e

Christopher Thomas BMedsc MBBS FANZCA (Author), Christopher Butler MBBS FANZCA MPH & TM CertDHM PGDipEcho (Author)

The updated guide to the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists final fellowship examination
The format of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) final examination has evolved in recent years. This updated exam guide keeps pace with these developments and assists anaesthetic trainees in preparation for the exam.
Examination Anaesthesia, 2nd Edition is a comprehensive study guide that focuses solely on the anaesthetic exam, eliminating confusion between this and the intensive care exams.
This invaluable medical text itemises all requirements of the Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA) training scheme.
Components of the final examination are also detailed, including a breakdown of the marking scheme and recent results.
Helpful resources outlined in Examination Anaesthesia, 2nd Edition include new developments on the ANZCA website, textbooks, journals and exam courses along with a broad list of anaesthesia reference and review articles.
Trainees will also benefit from separate chapters based on the major components of the written and clinical ANZCA examinations, plus practical strategies for restructuring life around exam preparation.


. details of the new examination format, including altered component weighting, spatial and temporal separation of medical and anaesthesia vivas
. upgraded information on ANZCA exam preparation courses
. an expanded chapter on approaching the exam's written components
. expansion of the medical viva chapter to include 21 case examples with increased representation of cardiovascular, endocrine and neurological conditions
. dissection of recent exams, listing short answer and viva questions under relevant topic headings to assist study
. a rewritten data interpretation section with a focus on anaesthetic practice - many new radiographs, electrocardiographs and other tabulated data, including echocardiography, arterial blood gas analysis, coagulation studies and sleep studies
. a completely updated reference and review article section
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Friday, October 18, 2013

Miller's Anesthesia 2 volume set


Ronald D. Miller MD (Author), Lars I. Eriksson (Author), Lee Fleisher MD (Author), Jeanine P. Wiener-Kronish MD (Author), William L. Young (Author)


 From fundamental principles to advanced subspecialty procedures, Miller's Anesthesia covers the full scope of contemporary anesthesia practice. It is the go-to reference for masterful guidance on the technical, scientific, and clinical challenges you face. Now new chapters, new authors, meticulous updates, an increased international presence, and a new full-color design ensure that the 7th edition continues the tradition of excellence that you depend on. Plus, with Expert Consult functionality, you'll have easy access to the full text online at www.expertconsult.com.
 Includes access to the full-text online for convenient referencing.
 Covers the full scope of contemporary anesthesia practice in just two volumes.
 Offers step-by-step instructions for patient management and an in-depth analysis of ancillary responsibilities and problems.
 Incorporates 'Key Points' boxes in every chapter that highlight important concepts.
 Extends the breadth of international coverage with contributions from prominent anesthesiologists from all over the world, including China, India, and Sweden.
 Features 30 new authors and 13 new chapters such as Sleep, Memory and Consciousness; Perioperative Cognitive Dysfunction; Ultrasound Guidance for Regional Anesthesia; Anesthesia for Correction of Cardiac Arrhythmias; Anesthesia for Bariatric Surgery; Prehospital Emergency and Trauma Care; Critical Care Protocols; Neurocritical Care; and Renal Replacement Therapy.
 Dedicates an entire section to pediatric anesthesia, to help you address the unique needs of pediatric patients.
 Presents a new full-color design -- complete with more than 1,500 full-color illustrations -- for enhanced visual guidance.

Thursday, October 17, 2013

The ICU Book, 3rd Edition (epub)

Paul L. Marino MD PhD FCCM (Author), Kenneth M. Sutin MD FCCM (Contributor)


This best-selling resource provides a general overview and basic information for all adult intensive care units. The material is presented in a brief and quick-access format which allows for topic and exam review. It provides enough detailed and specific information to address most all questions and problems that arise in the ICU. Emphasis on fundamental principles in the text should prove useful for patient care outside the ICU as well.
New chapters in this edition include hyperthermia and hypothermia syndromes; infection control in the ICU; and severe airflow obstruction. Sections have been reorganized and consolidated when appropriate to reinforce concepts.
Purchase The ICU Book, Third Edition and visit TheICUBook.com, which gives you free access to links from references to PubMed, updated regularly; and a directory of Websites handpicked by Dr. Marino.

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Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Interventional Pain Medicine

 Anita Gupta (Editor)


The care of pain patients often requires a specialized knowledge base and skill set that goes beyond that of the general management of patients. Interventional Pain Medicine provides comprehensive, point-of-care information for providers of pain therapies in a portable, easy-to-navigate format. With continued advances made on interventions available to treat pain, this book offers up-to-date details and instructions on procedural techniques as well as concise yet informative discussions on anatomy, indications, preparation, and complications. Chapters are clustered into six different sections for easy review: Introduction, Cervical Spinal Injections, Lumbar Spinal Injections, Pelvic and Sacral Injections, Sympathetic Blocks, and Advanced Neuromodulation Interventions. A perfect resource for residents and fellows as well as a ready reference for practitioners, this book thoroughly covers the field of interventional management of pain patients.
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Tuesday, October 15, 2013

A Practical Approach to Anesthesia for Emergency Surgery

Manju N., M.D. Gandhi (Editor), Anila D., M.D. Malde (Editor), Amala G., M.D. Kudalkar (Editor), Hemangi S., M.D. Karnik (Editor)

A Practical Approach to Anesthesia for Emergency Surgery is a comprehensive guide to the use of anaesthesia in different medical emergencies. Beginning with the general principles of anaesthesia, each chapter focuses on a different condition and the use of anaesthesia in that emergency situation. Assisted by well-illustrated images and diagrams, this book fills a gap created by the lack of texts focusing on emergency anaesthesia.

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Benumof and Hagberg's Airway Management 3rd ed

Carin A. Hagberg MD (Author)

Enhance your airway management skills and overcome clinical challenges with Benumof and Hagberg's Airway Management, 3rd Edition. Trusted by anesthesiologists, residents, and nurse anesthetists, this one-of-a-kind anesthesiology reference offers expert, full-color guidance on pre- and post-intubation techniques and protocols, from equipment selection through management of complications.
  • Practice with confidence by consulting the only reference exclusively dedicated to airway management, and trusted by anesthesiologists, residents, and nurse anesthetists for up-to-date information on every aspect of the field.
  • Focus on the most essential and practical information with a concise, how-to approach, carefully chosen illustrations, and case examples and analysis throughout.
  • Apply the latest know-how with new chapters on video laryngoscopes and airway management during CPR, plus comprehensive updates throughout from Dr. Carin Hagberg and many new contributing experts on airway management.
  • Select the most appropriate techniques for difficult cases using the latest ASA guidelines.
  • Gain a rich visual perspective on complex procedures and monitoring techniques with hundreds of new full-color illustrations throughout.

Monday, October 14, 2013

Critical Care Management of the Obese Patient

Ali El Solh (Editor)

This book provides health professionals with sound clinical advice on management of the obese patient admitted into hospital. It addresses all aspects of the patient's care, as well as serving as a resource to facilitate the management of services, use of clinical information, and negotiation of ethical issues that occur in intensive care. As the number of obese patients in intensive care continues to grow, this book will serve as a comprehensive clinical resource for everyday use by both obesity specialists and emergency medicine physicians.

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Sunday, October 13, 2013

Cottrell and Young's Neuroanesthesia 5e

 James E. Cottrell MD (Author), William L. Young (Author)



Cottrell's Neuroanesthesia 5th Edition, edited by James E. Cottrell, MD, FRCA and William L. Young, MD, delivers the complete and authoritative guidance you need to ensure optimal perioperative safety for neurosurgical patients. Integrating current scientific principles with the newest clinical applications, it not only explains what to do under any set of circumstances but also why to do it and how to avoid complications. Comprehensive updates reflect all of the latest developments in neurosurgical anesthesia, and contributions from many new experts provide fresh insights into overcoming tough clinical challenges. Access to the complete contents online at expertconsult.com enables you to rapidly and conveniently consult the book from any computer.
    • New co-editor William L. Young, MD joins James E. Cottrell, MD, FRCA at the book's editorial helm, providing additional, complementary expertise and further enhancing the book's authority.
    • New chapters keep you current on interventional neuroradiology, anesthetic management of patients with arteriovenous malformations and aneurysms, awake craniotomy, epilepsy, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, and pregnancy and neurologic disease.
    • Comprehensive updates reflect all of the latest developments in neurosurgical anesthesia, and contributions from many new experts provide fresh insights into overcoming tough clinical challenges.
    • Access to the complete contents online at expertconsult.com enables you to rapidly and conveniently consult the book from any computer and follow links to Medline abstracts for the bibliographical references.
    • Comprehensive and broad coverage of all important aspects of neuroanesthesia, including special patient populations, enables you to find reliable answers to any clinical question.
    • Chapters written by neurointensivists, neurosurgeons, and radiologists provide well-rounded perspectives on each topic.
    • A consistent, logical organization to every chapter makes answers easy to find quickly.
    • Clear conceptual illustrations make complex concepts easier to understand at a glance.

Saturday, October 12, 2013

Chestnut's Obstetric Anesthesia: Principles and Practice

David H. Chestnut MD (Author), Linda S Polley (Author), Cynthia A Wong MD (Author), Lawrence C Tsen MD (Author)

The updated fourth edition of this comprehensive, highly respected reference covers all you need to know about obstetric anesthesia-from basic science to various anesthesia techniques to complications. The editorial team of leading authorities in the field now features Drs. Linda S. Polley, Lawrence C. Tsen, and Cynthia A. Wong and presents the latest on anesthesia techniques for labor and delivery and medical disorders that occur during pregnancy. This edition features two new chapters and rewritten versions of key chapters such as Epidural and Spinal Analgesia and Anesthesia. And, Expert Consult functionality allows you to access the entire contents of the book online.
  • Emphasizes the treatment of the fetus and the mother as separate patients with distinct needs to ensure the application of modern principles of care.
  • Delivers contributions from many leaders in the fields of obstetric anesthesia and maternal-fetal medicine from all over the world.
  • Offers abundant figures, tables, and boxes that illustrate the step-by-step management of a full range of clinical scenarios.
  • Presents key point summaries in each chapter for quick, convenient reference.
  • Features new chapters on Patient Safety and Maternal Mortality to address the latest developments in the field and keep you current.
  • Presents completely rewritten chapters on Epidural and Spinal Analgesia and Anesthesia, Anesthesia for Cesarean Section, and Hypertension Disorders, updated by new members of the editorial team-Drs. Linda S. Polley, Lawrence C. Tsen, and Cynthia A. Wong, for state-of-the-art coverage of key topics and new insights.
  • Covers all the latest guidelines and protocols for safe and effective practice so you can offer your patients the very best.
  • Allows you to access the entire contents of the book online, from any internet connection through Expert Consult.

Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Monitoring in Neurocritical Care



Peter D. Le Roux MD FACS (Author), Joshua Levine MD (Author), W. Andrew Kofke MD MBA FCCM (Author)

Ideal for neurosurgeons, neurologists, neuroanesthesiologists, and intensivists, Monitoring in Neurocritical Care helps you use the latest technology to more successfully detect deteriorations in neurological status in the ICU. This neurosurgery reference offers in-depth coverage of state-of-the-art management strategies and techniques so you can effectively monitor your patients and ensure the best outcomes.
  • Understand the scientific basis and rationale of particular monitoring techniques and how they can be used to assess neuro-ICU patients.
  • Make optimal use of the most advanced technology, including transcranial Doppler sonography, transcranial color-coded sonography, measurements of jugular venous oxygen saturation, near-infrared spectroscopy, brain electrical monitoring techniques, and intracerebral microdialysis and techniques based on imaging.
  • Apply multimodal monitoring for a more accurate view of brain function, and utilize the latest computer systems to integrate data at the bedside.
  • Access practical information on basic principles, such as quality assurance, ethics, and ICU design.
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Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Pain Management, 2e

Steven D. Waldman MD JD (Author)
Regarded as the premiere clinical reference in its field, Pain Management, 2nd Edition, edited by noted pain authority Dr. Steven Waldman, provides comprehensive, practical, highly visual guidance to help you effectively apply the most recent evidence-based advances in pain management. This popular text has been updated with 13 new chapters that include the latest information on interventional and ultrasound-guided techniques, acute regional pain nerve blocks, and more. A user-friendly format with lavish illustrations and complete online access at www.expertconsult.com enable you to access trusted guidance quickly...and apply the information easily...to bring effective pain relief to your patients.
  • Tap into the experience of the book's editor, Dr. Steven D. Waldman-author of numerous groundbreaking pain management references-and a diverse collection of leading international experts, many of whom are new to this edition.
  • Effectively diagnose and manage any type of pain by implementing the latest, evidence-based approaches including interventional and ultrasound-guided techniques, and acute regional pain nerve blocks.
  • Get extended coverage from bonus, online-only chapters.
  • Search the full text online at expertconsult.com including a downloadable image library and references linked to pub med abstracts.
  • Keep up with the most essential and latest topics with fully revised chapters and 13 new chapters that include information on central pain modulation, ultrasound-guided procedures, myelopathy, and more. 

  • Find the critical answers you need quickly and easily thanks to a templated format, with all content solely reviewed by Dr. Waldman to insure consistency throughout.
  • Make more accurate diagnoses and perform nerve blocks successfully with unmatched guidance from 1100 full-color, large-scale illustrations.
Evidence based procedurally focused content from Dr. Waldman.
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Ultrasound Guided Regional Anesthesia


Stuart A. Grant (Author), David B. Auyong (Author)

Ultrasound technology is enabling anesthesiologists to perform regional anesthetic procedures with greater confidence in accuracy and precision. With improvements in visualizing neural anatomy and needle movement, ultrasound guidance improves patient safety and operating room efficiency. This book offers a detailed, stepwise approach to this technique, identifying pearls and pitfalls to ensure success. Chapters are organized into four sections. The first section provides the basic principles behind ultrasound guided regional anesthesia, setting a strong context for the rest of the book. The last three cover the nerve blocks: upper limb, lower limb, and trunk and spine. Each nerve block is comprehensively explained, divided up by introduction, anatomy, clinical applications, technique, alternate techniques, complications, and pearls. This book provides authoritative, in-depth coverage of ultrasound guided regional anesthesia for the anesthesiologist beginning to use ultrasound and makes a great reference for the more seasoned.

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Monday, October 7, 2013

Evidence-Based Practice of Anesthesiology, 3e

Lee Fleisher MD (Author)

Make informed clinical decisions with reliable, up-to-date guidance from Evidence-Based Practice of Anesthesia, 3rd Edition! Leading authority Lee A. Fleisher, MD expertly explores the full range of important issues in perioperative management, discussing the available options, examining the relevant research, and presenting practical recommendations.
  • Make sound, evidence-based decisions on every aspect of patient care: preoperative assessment, monitoring and administration of anesthesia during surgery, postoperative intensive care management, and postoperative pain management.
  • Master the current best practices you need to know for day-to-day practice and oral board review.
  • Access the entire text and images online, fully searchable, at www.expertconsult.com.
  • Confidently navigate the latest issues thanks to new chapters on optimal airway management in GI endoscopy, the role of Ketamine for perioperative management, fast-track surgery, and hypothermia after intraoperative cardiac arrest, plus many other vital updates.
  • Efficiently translate evidence into practice with numerous quick-reference tables and short, well-organized chapters that promote fast and effective decision making.
  • Get practical decision-making tools you can use in both routine care and complicated or special situations.


Saturday, October 5, 2013

Textbook of Critical Care 6e


Jean-Louis Vincent MD PhD (Author), Edward Abraham MD (Author), Patrick Kochanek MD (Author), Frederick A. Moore MD FACS FCCM (Author), Mitchell P. Fink MD (Author)

Textbook of Critical Care, by Drs. Jean-Louis Vincent, Edward Abraham, Frederick A. Moore, Patrick Kochanek, and Mitchell P. Fink, remains your best source on effective management of critically ill patients. This trusted reference - acclaimed for its success in bridging the gap between medical and surgical critical care - now features an even stronger focus on patient outcomes, equipping you with the proven, evidence-based guidance you need to successfully overcome a full range of practice challenges. Inside, you'll find totally updated coverage of vital topics, such as coagulation and apoptosis in certain critical care illnesses, such as acute lung injury and adult respiratory distress syndrome; sepsis and other serious infectious diseases; specific organ dysfunction and failure; and many other vital topics. At www.expertconsult.com you can access the complete contents of the book online, rapidly searchable, with regular updates plus new videos that demonstrate how to perform key critical care procedures. The result is an even more indispensible reference for every ICU.
  • Access the complete contents of the book online at www.expertconsult.com, rapidly searchable, and stay current for years to come with regular online updates.
  • Practice with confidence by consulting with a "who's who" of global experts on every facet of critical care medicine.
  • Implement today's most promising, evidence-based care strategies with an enhanced focus on patient outcomes.
  • Effectively apply the latest techniques and approaches with totally updated coverage of the importance of coagulation and apoptosis in certain critical care illnesses, such as acute lung injury and adult respiratory distress syndrome; sepsis and other serious infectious diseases; specific organ dysfunction and failure; and many other vital topics.
  • See how to perform key critical care procedures by watching a wealth of new videos online.
  • Focus on the practical guidance you need with the aid of a new, more templated format in which basic science content has been integrated within clinical chapters, and all procedural content has been streamlined for online presentation and paired with videos.
The leading title in its field, the Textbook of Critical Care is now entirely focused on clinical care issues with brand-new topics and supplemental videos and the entire procedures section is now located online.




Core Topics in Vascular Anaesthesia

Carl Moores (Editor), Alastair F. Nimmo (Editor)


Vascular surgery and anaesthesia have changed considerably in recent years and become recognised subspecialties, although non-specialist anaesthetists continue to provide much of the care for emergency vascular surgical patients. Core Topics in Vascular Anaesthesia brings together the clinical expertise of global leaders in the field in a comprehensive review of contemporary practice. Detailed discussion is included on every aspect of clinical management: • Preoperative risk assessment, including cardiopulmonary exercise testing and risk modification using pharmacological and cardiac interventions • Anaesthesia for major vascular operations including carotid endarterectomy, complex endovascular aortic surgery and repair of ruptured aortic aneurysms • Intraoperative management of high risk patients including advanced monitoring techniques, fluid management, blood conservation and transfusion, major haemorrhage and treatment of coagulopathy Practical and well illustrated, Core Topics in Vascular Anaesthesia is essential reading for anaesthetists, intensive care physicians and vascular surgeons.

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Liver Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine

Liver Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine


Gebhard Wagener (Editor)


Liver Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine emphasizes all aspects of this broad and important area and is the definitive textbook for anybody involved in the perioperative care of liver patients. The book is divided into three sections: Physiology and Pathophysiology, Anesthesiology, and Critical Care Medicine. The anesthesiology section contains information about liver transplantation and other liver surgeries and provides detailed practical direction and concise background information of all aspects of the anesthetic management of these patients based on the most recent evidence. The critical care section describes basic critical care management as it relates to liver surgical patients and addresses specific postoperative issues relevant for liver resection and liver transplant patients. The book combines practical guidance to the perioperative management with extensive background and clinical evidence to allow the reader gain an in –depth understanding of this complex and fascinating topic.

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Anesthesia for Urologic Surgery


Daniel M. Gainsburg (Editor), Ethan O. Bryson (Editor), Elizabeth A. M. Frost (Editor)

This is a concise, up-to-date reference on anesthesia for urological surgery.  Urological anesthesia is not recognized as a specialty, and a majority of anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists will provide anesthesia for these patients.  Advances in urological procedures, the advent of treatment of patients with strong anticoagulant and antiplatelet medications, and the demographics of urology patients (many of whom are young or elderly) present challenges for the anesthesiologist and have necessitated changes in anesthesia practice.  The last volume on this topic was published in 2000, and the time is right for a fresh presentation of contemporary expertise in anesthesia for urological surgery.
The book provides a brief review of renal physiology and pharmacology then addresses anesthesia for each major group of urological procedures (e.g., endoscopic, office-based, laparoscopic and robotic, nephrolithotripsy, renal transplantation, etc.) and in special populations, including the geriatric patient, the pediatric patient, and the pregnant patient.  Separate chapters discuss the unique challenges of positioning the patient, and of managing the patient taking anticoagulant and antiplatelet medication, and the chapter on pain management addresses common and important perioperative concerns.  
The book provides a brief review of renal physiology and pharmacology then addresses anesthesia for each major group of urological procedures (e.g., endoscopic, office-based, laparoscopic and robotic, nephrolithotripsy, renal transplantation, etc.) and in special populations, including the geriatric patient, the pediatric patient, and the pregnant patient.  Separate chapters discuss the unique challenges of positioning the patient, and of managing the patient taking anticoagulant and antiplatelet medication, and the chapter on pain management addresses common and important perioperative concerns.