Oxford Textbook of Obstetric Anaesthesia


Book Description

This textbook provides an up-to-date summary of the scientific basis, assessment for and provision of anaesthesia throughout pregnancy and labour. It is divided into nine sections including physiology, assessment, complications and systemic disease.




Textbook of Obstetric Anaesthesia


Book Description

The modern obstetric anaesthetist must not only provide safe and effective pain-relief in labour and anaesthesia for Caesarean section, but also understand the wider role of the anaesthetist in the management of the pregnant woman. Textbook of Obstetric Anaesthesia provides information on the breadth of obstetric anaesthesia and the role of the obstetric anaesthetist in the delivery suite. It provides useful, practical, evidence-based information on all aspects of labour ward management. Coverage of all subject areas is comprehensive, and a multidisciplinary group of expert contributors examine the key issues in normal labour and routine analgesia, routine fetal monitoring and basic interpretation of the CTG. Later chapters go on to cover in detail what happens, and how to manage patients, in difficult situations that extend beyond the routine.




Obstetric Anesthesia Handbook


Book Description

This handbook appeals to a wide audience, as it was written with the practicing anesthesiologists in mind, as well as nurse anesthetists, obstetricians, housestaff, and residents. The Obstetric Anesthesia Handbook supplies expert advice on every facet of anesthesia for childbirth and related obstetric procedures. The text is authoritative, succinct, and highly practical. It is accompanied by over 100 illustrations and tables making the text a convenient reference to the busy practitioner. The handbook is also a natural companion to the recently published, Anesthetic and Obstetric Management of High-Risk Pregnancy, by the same author




A Practical Approach to Obstetric Anesthesia


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Successfully combining the comprehensive depth of a textbook and the user-friendly features of a practical handbook, A Practical Approach to Obstetric Anesthesia, 2nd Edition, is a portable resource for both experienced and novice clinicians. Focusing on clinical issues in obstetric anesthesia, it uses an easy-to-follow outline format for quick reference, enhanced with numerous tables, figures, and photographs. The use of color in this edition highlights key information and improves readability for daily practice and study.




Textbook of Obstetric Anesthesia


Book Description

Featuring the work of more than 80 internationally respected contributors from around the world, this reference comprehensively explores all of the issues and techniques that pertain to the practice of obstetric anesthesia. In addition to anesthesia for labor and delivery, it also addresses operative anesthesia, obstetric and anesthetic complications, and systemic disease during pregnancy. A disease-oriented approach guides readers step by step through preoperative evaluation, intraoperative management, and postpartum care for both healthy and high-risk patients.




Obstetric Anesthesia and Uncommon Disorders


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A thoroughly revised third edition of the acclaimed textbook for caregivers involved in the management of pregnant women with uncommon diseases or an unusual or rare condition. The book offers valuable case reports and experience collated by an international team of editors and contributors who are leading experts in the field. This edition contains five additional chapters covering topics like cardiac and neuraxial point of care ultrasound, substance abuse, rare inherited conditions, and anesthesia for rare fetal and placental conditions. Clear, concise management guidelines and algorithms are provided, and each chapter is written from the viewpoint of the obstetric anesthesiologist. Numerous tables, figures and photographs provide visual aids and each chapter contains valuable clinical insights highlighting the essential facts. Featuring updated figures and references, links to useful websites for further reading and a list of commonly used abbreviations. A valuable resource for obstetric anesthetists, perinatologists and other obstetric care providers.




Obstetric Anesthesia


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With 32 engaging and dramatic cases and 174 colorful, insightful and innovative graphics, this book takes a fresh, creative and highly visual approach to the fundamentals of obstetric anesthesia as well as emerging knowledge and three emerging technologies: 1) pre-procedural ultrasound to facilitate neuraxial block placement, 2) point-of-care transthoracic echocardiography to guide maternal resuscitation, and 3) electrical cardiometry to trend maternal cardiac output and avoid fetal hypoxia. Besides discussing the threats to fetal oxygenation presented by labor and the avoidance of maternal and fetal complications while providing excellent anesthesia, the book also explores the psychological and behavioral dimensions of obstetric anesthesia practice and promotes the obstetric anesthesiologist as a valued member of the obstetric care team who makes unique, insightful and empathic contributions to the overall excellent care of pregnant patients. Obstetric Anesthesia: A Case-Based and Visual Approach is an indispensable resource for medical students, residents, fellows, anesthesiologists, nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives, and obstetricians.




Obstetric Anesthesia


Book Description

Understand the anesthetic management challenges of the obstetric patient with this complete primer and review Obstetric Anesthesia is a clear, concise, and practical manual covering the basics of obstetric anesthesiology and the principles of basic management at the point of care. This essential introductory text covers the fundamental topics in an efficient and highly clinical manner. Numerous tables, bulleted lists, and text boxes highlight key issues such as common co-existing diseases and conditions that may affect anesthetic management. Obstetric Anesthesia features thirty chapters grouped into six logical sections: Pregnancy Providing Anesthesia Anesthetic Complications Obstetric Complications Common Co-Morbidities During Pregnancy Trauma During Pregnancy Enriched by contributions from practicing obstetrical anesthesiologists and renowned instructors, Obstetric Anesthesia includes the most up-to-date practice guidelines. It is a valuable clinical refresher and an outstanding board review.




Handbook of Obstetric Anesthesia


Book Description

A portable, user-friendly distillation of Dr. Norris' best-selling text, Obstetric Anesthesia, Second Edition, this handbook provides practical guidance on all aspects of obstetric anesthesia. Lists, tables, and illustrations are used extensively to highlight key clinical points.




Oxford Textbook of Anaesthesia


Book Description

This new definitive resource addresses the fundamental principles of anaesthesia, underpinning sciences and the full spectrum of clinical anaesthetic practice. An international team of experts provide trustworthy, effective, and evidence-based guidance enabling clinicians to provide the very best clinical care to patients.