Perioperative Critical Care

Perioperative care is the care given before and after surgery, and this textbook is a comprehensive guide to the anaesthetic and critical care management of patients undergoing complex surgeries in all organ systems. It covers airway management, pain, fluid and electrolyte therapy, shock, arterial blood gas analysis, respiratory failure and mechanical ventilation, and thromboembolism, and is divided into 11 sections covering surgeries in different organ systems and patient groups.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 700 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2020
Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers

Perioperative care encompasses the comprehensive care provided to patients before and after surgery. This comprehensive textbook serves as a valuable guide for the anaesthetic and critical care management of patients undergoing complex surgeries across various organ systems within the body. It caters to patients of all age groups, including neonates, children, and adults. The book is organized into 11 sections, beginning with a general overview of critical care during the perioperative period. This section covers essential topics such as airway management, pain control, fluid and electrolyte therapy, shock management, arterial blood gas analysis, respiratory failure, mechanical ventilation, and thromboembolism.

The subsequent sections delve into surgeries specific to different organ systems and patient groups. These include cardiothoracic and vascular surgery, neuroscience, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, gastrointestinal surgery, genitourinary surgery, orthopedics, head and neck surgery, and transplantation. Each section provides detailed information on the surgical procedures, patient considerations, and critical care management strategies.

The final section covers miscellaneous topics that are relevant to perioperative care, such as nutrition, haemodynamic monitoring, echocardiography, renal replacement therapy, and antibiotic use. The book is extensively illustrated with clinical photographs, diagrams, and tables, enhancing its accessibility and understanding.

With its extensive coverage and comprehensive approach, this textbook serves as a valuable resource for healthcare professionals involved in perioperative care, including anaesthesiologists, intensivists, surgeons, and nurses. It provides a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of perioperative critical care, enabling practitioners to deliver optimal care to their patients during this critical phase of their medical journey.

Weight: 1722g
Dimension: 283 x 217 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789390020508