Basics of Anesthesia

The undisputed leading text in its market Basics of Anesthesia 7th Edition provides comprehensive coverage of both basic science and clinical topics in anesthesiology. Drs. Manuel C. Pardo Jr. and Ronald D. Miller in conjunction with many new contributors have ensured that all chapters are thoroughly up to date and reflect the latest advances in todays practice. Unparalleled authorship concise text easy-to-read chapters and a user-friendly format make this text the #1 primer on the scope and practice of anesthesiology. Presents the combined expertise of two of the most prolific and renowned anesthesia experts worldwide along with more than 80 expert contributing authors. Uses a concise at-a-glance format to cover both the basic science and essential clinical aspects of the field including pathophysiology pharmacology regional anesthesia anesthetic management and special problems and patient groups. Features high-quality images that offer a detailed visual understanding of regional anesthesiology and much more. Includes new topics and chapters on Neurotoxicity of Anesthesia Palliative Care Sleep Medicine Perioperative Surgical Home Trauma and Natural/Human-Induced Disasters. Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text figures and references from the book on a variety of devices.