Anesthesiologists in time of disaster, An Issue of Anesthesiology Clinics, E-Book


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This issue of Anesthesiology Clinics, guest edited by Drs. Lee Fleisher and Jesse Raiten, focuses on This issue of Anesthesiology Clinics, guest edited by Drs. Alison Perate and Vanessa Olbrecht, focuses on Anesthesiologists in time of disaster. This is one of four issues each year selected by the series consulting editor, Dr. Lee Fleisher. Articles in this issue include, but are not limited to: Development of an Anesthesiology Disaster Response Plan; The Initial Response to a Pandemic- Anesthesiology Experiences from China at the Onset of Covid19; Development of a Critical Care Response- Experiences from Italy during the Covid19 Pandemic; Anesthesiology and Critical Care Response to Covid19 in resource limited settings: Experiences from Nepal; Anesthesiology in Times of Physical Disasters- Earthquakes, Typhoons, Tsunamis; Mass Casualty and the Role of the Anesthesiologist; Anesthesiology in the Active War Zone/ Special Operations; Regional Anesthesia in the Field for Trauma Victims; Clinical Research Redirection and Optimization during a Pandemic.




Regional Anesthesia, An Issue of Anesthesiology Clinics


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This issue of Anesthesiology Clinics, edited by Dr. Nabil Elkassabany and Dr. Edward Mariano, focuses on Regional Anesthesia, with topics including: Current evidence related to regional analgesia and hip surgery; Updates on billing and coding and establishing an acute pain service in private practice; Establishing a home catheter program for orthopedic surgery in pediatric patients or more broadly: updates on regional anesthesia for pediatric orthopedic surgery; Enhanced recovery after shoulder arthroplasty; Perioperative management of patient on opioid agonist antagonist therapy; Outcome metrics to be considered for regional anesthesia and acute pain medicine; Updates on multimodal analgesia (intransal ketorolac, IV acetmenophen, newer NSAIDS) for orthopedic surgery; Updates in enhanced recovery pathway for knee replacement versus updates outpatient knee replacement; Updates on new technology for regional anesthesia (peripheral nerve stimulators and cryotherapy); and Regional anesthesia and analgesia for the poly trauma patients.




Complications in Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine


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This short text addresses complications of regional anesthesia and pain medicine. Each chapter is written by an expert in the area and follows a strict format: Definition of the complication, Scope of the problem, Pathophysiology or proposed mechanism of causation, Risk factors, Diagnostic evaluation, Prevention, Treatment and rehabilitation, Summary. Emphasis in each chapter is placed around what levels of evidence the recommendations in the chapter carry. The complications covered in regional anesthesia include complications in neuraxis and peripheral nerve blocks. There is also a section on complications associated with unintended local anesthetic destinations. The complications in pain medicine include complications of acute pain management, of sympathetic blocks, of neuraxis approaches and device placement. The first edition was published by Elsevier. They have returned copyright to Rathmell and Neal, who will turn it over to us. The audience includes anesthesiologists, pain medicine specialists, and neurologists.




Disease Control Priorities, Third Edition (Volume 1)


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Essential Surgery is part of a nine volume series for Disease Control Priorities which focuses on health interventions intended to reduce morbidity and mortality. The Essential Surgery volume focuses on four key aspects including global financial responsibility, emergency procedures, essential services organization and cost analysis.




Atlas of Regional Anesthesia


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The 2nd Edition of this popular text is revised and updated to provide the information readers need to deepen their understanding and to better apply regional techniques to the full range of patients, surgical operations, and diagnostic and therapeutic pain procedures. Expert contributors emphasize regional anesthesia and analgesia techniques and their practical clinical application. This edition includes a number of new techniques and the addition of 5 new chapters on facet block, sacroiliac block, superior hypogastric plexus block, infraclavicular block, and cervical, thoracic, and prolonged catheter block. Features new and revised illustrations! Covers upper extremity blocks such as the intersclene and supraclavicular, the stellate ganglion block, the celiac plexus block, and much more. Organises blocks by regions to provide quick and easy access to techniques. Suggests what drugs to use and their dosages to attain the best results. Includes a chapter on local anaesthetic agents and equipment used for regional anaesthesia. Arranges information under 3 headings for easy reference and applications: Perspectives (patient selection criteria and pharmacologic choices), Placement (anatomy, position, needle puncture, and potential problems), and Pearls(tips from experienced practitioners). Features colour illustrations of cross-sectional, gross, and surface anatomy, as well as CT and MRI scans. Presents new chapters on infraclacicular block, cervical epidural block, thoracic epidural block, facet injections, superior hypogastric plexus block, and sacroiliac block.




A Practical Approach to Regional Anesthesia


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Completely updated and now in full color throughout with many new illustrations, the Fourth Edition of this practical manual is a step-by-step guide to performing regional anesthesia procedures. This edition's improved and expanded program of illustrations includes detailed full-color anatomical drawings and clinical photographs correlated to drawings of needle placements. The state-of-the-art coverage includes the latest advances in ultrasound-guided procedures and continuous catheterization. A consistent outline format throughout this edition makes the text accessible and easy to use. Chapters cover all areas of regional anesthesia, including peripheral, central, obstetric, pediatric, ophthalmic, head and face, ambulatory anesthesia, and postoperative pain management.




Evidence-Based Practice of Anesthesiology, E-Book


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Addressing both routine and complex situations with practical decision-making tools, Evidence-Based Practice of Anesthesiology, 4th Edition, helps anesthesiologists make sound decisions in everyday practice. World-renowned authority, Dr. Lee A. Fleisher, takes an evidence-based approach to a variety of high-impact topics related to effective perioperative patient management: preoperative assessment; monitoring and administration of anesthesia during surgery; postoperative intensive care management; and postoperative pain management. The 4th Edition has been updated from cover to cover, helping you make informed clinical decisions based on reliable, up-to-date guidance in every aspect of patient care. - Explores important issues in perioperative management, discussing the available options, examining the relevant research, and presenting practical recommendations. - Features concise, to-the-point chapters with numerous quick-reference tables for fast and effective decision making. - Includes decision trees throughout to provide visual guidance and a logical flow of key decision points. - Contains nine new chapters on how to identify patients at risk for postoperative neurocognitive disorder; the best strategy for perioperative ACE and ARB agents; emergency laparotomy; optimal postoperative analgesia and the opiate naïve patient; the best method for perioperative handoffs; myocardial injury after non-cardiac surgery (MINS); and more. - Helps you master the current best practices you need to know for successful day-to-day practice and oral board review. - Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.




World Clinics: Anesthesia, Critical Care & Pain - Analgesia & Anesthesia in Labor and Delivery - 1


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Analgesia is the relief of pain. It can take a variety of forms including pain medication, local anaesthesia or regional block. Anaesthesia implies either unconsciousness (general anaesthesia) or complete absence of sensation (regional anaesthesia) (Healthtap.com). Part of the World Clinics: Anesthesia, Critical Care & Pain series, this book presents evidence-based reviews of current protocols in the management of labour and delivery using analgesia and/or anaesthesia. Divided into three sections, the book begins with an introduction to the basic anatomical and physiological changes in pregnancy, practical pharmacology and neonatal physiology. Section two discusses obstetric analgesia, including non-pharmacological options. The third section describes obstetric anaesthesia, including airway management in general anaesthesia, regional anaesthesia for caesarean section, and management of failed spinal block. Key points Part of World Clinics: Anesthesia, Critical Care & Pain series Evidence-based reviews of obstetrical analgesia and anaesthesia Contributions from specialists in the USA, Europe and Asia




Military Advanced Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia Handbook


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A longtime standard for military healthcare personnel, the second edition of Military Advanced Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia Handbook (MARAA) has been thoroughly revised and updated. Although the MARAA handbook initially gained its reputation as a useful resource for managing pain associated with battlefield trauma, its beautifully illustrated step-by-step guidance provides pertinent and practical guidance for managing vital acute pain services in all civilian and military clinical settings. Opening chapters review equipment, local anesthesia and additives, and physics of ultrasound and nerve stimulation. Much of the book is devoted to step-by-step guidance on performing various regional anesthesia nerve blocks organized by pertinent neuroanatomy, use of nerve stimulation, and use of ultrasound. The concluding group of chapters discusses organization of the acute pain service and staff, a review of multidisciplinary care, basics of pediatric regional anesthesia, first-aid acupuncture, and more.




Pediatric Regional Anesthesia


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This book provides a precise description of safe and reliable procedures for regional anesthesia in children. It covers the advantages and disadvantages, specific features related to the pediatric range of ages, and the practical importance of the described procedures. Written in two main parts, emphasis is placed on scientific basis and technical approach. It includes both anatomical and psychological aspects of pain, as well as detailed viewpoints of parents, children, surgeons, and anesthetists. This book is a must for all anesthesiologists and will be particularly useful to students of medicine and anesthesiology and nurses working with intensive care units.