Product Description

Written by eminent cardiac anesthesiologists and surgeons, this handbook is a complete, practical guide to perioperative care in cardiac surgery. The book addresses every aspect of cardiopulmonary bypass management and fast-track and traditional cardiac anesthesia and describes all surgical techniques, with emphasis on postoperative considerations. Close attention is also given to routine care and management of complications in the cardiac surgical recovery unit.

Coverage includes up-to-date information on cardiac and neurologic monitoring, off-pump surgery, new devices for anastomosis, robotic surgery, and neurologic complications and outcomes. Tables, algorithms, and 15 appendices summarize key facts, protocols, and clinical decisions.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #531227 in Books
• Published on: 2005-10-19
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: 9.25" h x 6.25" w x 1.25" l, 1.69 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 376 pages

Saudi Medical Journal 2000; Vol. 21 (10) p. 991
The book is very useful for medical personnel specializing in these areas..easy to follow..a good buy.

Book Info
Toronto General Hospital, Canada. Pocket-sized outline describing the perioperative management of adult patients undergoing cardiac surgery at Peter Munk Cardiac Centre at Toronto General Hospital and University of Toronto. For physicians and those involved in the management of patients undergoing open-heart surgery. Wirespiral binding. DNLM: Perioperative Care--methods.