Medical Management of the Thoracic Surgery Patient

• Author : Michael I. Lewis,Robert J. McKenna
• Publisher : Saunders
• Release : 13 April 2021

As an Expert Consult title it includes convenient online access to the complete contents of the book, fully searchable, along with video clips of thoracic procedures, patient information sheets, all of the images downloadable for your personal use, and references linked to Medline at www.expertconsult.com. Includes access to a companion website at expertconsult.com where you can search the complete contents of the book, watch video clips of thoracic procedures, print out patient information sheets, download all of

• Author : Michael I. Lewis,Robert J. McKenna
• Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
• Release : 30 October 2009

Medical Management of the Thoracic Surgery Patient, by Michael I. Lewis, MD and Robert J. McKenna, Jr., MD, is a comprehensive pulmonary and thoracic reference that takes a practical approach to the diagnosis, workup and care of the thoracic surgery patient. It is geared towards pulmonary and critical care physicians and their trainees as well as all other specialties with whom thoracic surgeons consult and interact. It outlines the principles for understanding the underlying disease entities as well as the

• Author : Michael S. Firstenberg
• Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
• Release : 12 June 2013

The field of cardiothoracic surgery continues to evolve at a rapidly expanding rate. New technologies are under constant development and as patients present with more advanced pathophysiology and complex comorbidities, management becomes more dependent on multi-disciplinary Teams. While there are a variety of innovative and high-profile topics that dominate the literature and the interests of clinicians, sometimes is it the basics both in terms of acute and sometimes unusual problems that often challenge cardiothoracic surgeons on a day to day

• Author : Michael F. Lubin,Robert B. Smith,Thomas F. Dodson
• Publisher : Cambridge University Press
• Release : 11 February 2010

An authoritative account of all aspects of perioperative care for surgical patients.

• Author : Mert Şentürk,Mukadder Orhan Sungur
• Publisher : Springer
• Release : 10 March 2017

This book offers a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of optimal postoperative care in patients who have undergone thoracic surgery and discusses challenging issues that are of interest not only in the context of thoracic surgery but also more generally within the fields of anesthesia, intensive care, and pain medicine. The coverage ranges, for example, from use of non-invasive ventilation, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, and new monitoring devices to fluid management, pain control, and treatment of arrhythmias. A key feature of the book

• Author : Marco Ranucci
• Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
• Release : 26 February 2015

The new Oxford Textbook of Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia provides a comprehensive overview of and a thorough grounding in this challenging subspecialty. Both cardiac and thoracic anaesthesia demand high levels of knowledge and skill, as minimally invasive surgical techniques demand a sounder understanding of the specialties and as more patients with co-morbidities present for surgery Part of the Oxford Textbooks in Anaesthesia series, this resource covers the anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, post-operative complications, critical care, and all clinical aspects of cardiac and

• Author : Michael Argenziano,Mark E. Ginsburg
• Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
• Release : 15 October 2001

A panel of recognized authorities comprehensively review the medical, surgical, and pathophysiologic issues relevant to lung volume reduction surgery for emphysema. Topics range from the open technique and video-assisted thoracoscopic approaches to LVRS, to anesthetic management, to perioperative and nursing care of the patient. The experts also detail the selection of candidates for LVRS, the clinical results and clinical trials in LVRS, and the effects of LVRS on survival rates.

• Author : Claudiu E. Nistor,Steven Tsui,Kaan Kırali,Adrian Ciuche,Giuseppe Aresu,Gregor J. Kocher
• Publisher : Springer Nature
• Release : 05 October 2020

This book provides a guide to the anatomy and the surgical techniques required in thoracic and cardiothoracic surgery. It discusses the advantages and disadvantages of certain surgical procedures in relation to the lymphatic system, thyroid gland, chest wall and parathyroid glands, as well as pulmonary endarterectomy. Further, it addresses intraoperative and postoperative complications, and explores newer fields like microthymectomy, microlobectomy, and pain management for thoracic surgery patients. Providing an update on the latest advances in thoracic surgery, it appeals to

• Author : Geno J. Merli,Howard H. Weitz
• Publisher : W B Saunders Company
• Release : 13 April 1998

This 2nd Edition takes a problem-oriented approach to all aspects of the preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative medical care of the surgical patient. An easy-to-use format with tables, charts, and graphs makes reference simple. Features updated and expanded coverage throughout, plus much more. Brand new chapters on rheumatologic diseases, psychiatry, and substance abuse. Updated coverage of cardiologic, pulmonary, and gastrointestinal diseases and disorders. Emphasises cerebrovascular diseases, seizure disorders, and post-operative status changes. Includes discussion on the new American heart Association risk

• Author : Marco Scarci
• Publisher : Cambridge University Press
• Release : 30 September 2016

An accessible handbook covering thoracic surgery topics, with comprehensive guidance for trainees, cardiothoracic surgeons and consultants.

• Author : Amin Madani,Lorenzo Ferri,Andrew Seely
• Publisher : Springer
• Release : 29 June 2015

​This pocket manual is a quick-reference handbook for general thoracic surgery. It is organized into 9 chapters providing a concise, yet inclusive list of the most common pathologies seen in thoracic surgery: pre-operative evaluation, peri-operative care, lungs and airways (divided into 3 separate sections to cover the vast number of topics), pleural disorders, mediastinal disorders, chest wall disorders, thoracic trauma, and benign and malignant esophageal disorders. The content of each chapter was specifically structured to make the handbook a high-yield reference that

• Author : Atilio Barbeito,Andrew Shaw,Katherine Grichnik
• Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
• Release : 22 August 2012

What every resident and practicing anesthesiologist needs to know about thoracic anesthesia—in one concise handbook Thoracic Anesthesia is the definitive introduction for anesthesiologists in training and the must-have reference for anesthesiologists who do not practice thoracic anesthesia exclusively. Here, you’ll find a current, detailed review of the basic, need-to-know concepts of thoracic anesthesia, along with clear, practical suggestions for handling commonly encountered scenarios. Written by top specialists in the field, the book is filled with high-yield insights into

• Author : Geno J. Merli,Howard H. Weitz
• Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
• Release : 08 April 2008

This practical handbook delivers complete, to-the-point, evidence-based guidance on the preoperative, perioperative, and post-operative medical care of surgical patients. Each chapter focuses on a particular area of clinical concern, with concise presentations of pathophysiology, assessment and management options, the latest drug treatment information, and essential information on risk stratification and quality improvement. The result is an invaluable source on the management of surgical patients with co-existing medical problems that may be affected by surgery, as well as how to approach

• Author : David J. Sugarbaker,Raphael Bueno,Mark J. Krasna,Steven Mentzer,Lambros Zellos
• Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
• Release : 20 July 2009

The full spectrum of thoracic operative concepts and procedures at your fingertips Here, in a single all-inclusive volume, is the sum of clinical knowledge in chest surgery, primarily drawn from the perspectives of internationally known innovators in thoracic surgery. In this text you will find all of the concepts and procedures that comprise the core of the discipline, making it unique among all other general surgery textbooks. Completely up-to-date with the latest non-invasive techniques, Adult Chest Surgery features a logical

• Author : Christian von Heymann,Christa Boer
• Publisher : Springer
• Release : 03 June 2019

This book provides a multidisciplinary approach to the maintenance of hemostasis and minimisation of blood loss in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. All aspects of patient blood management are covered that may contribute to a reduction in perioperative bleeding and transfusion requirements in cardiac surgery. This is achieved through practical cases and a theoretical background that gives a better understanding of patient hemostasis and the occurrence of bleeding complications. This book is relevant to cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, clinical perfusionists, hematologists and