Neonatal Anesthesia
Neonatal Anesthesia A Comprehensive Guide is the first major reference book in over a decade dedicated to the highly specialized field of neonatal anesthesia. Edited and written by a team of leading experts in neonatal anesthesia, surgery, and intensive care, this volume serves as the definitive clinical resource for perioperative care of neonates. With a focus on the unique physiological and pharmacological challenges involved in managing anesthesia in neonates, this book provides critical insights into this delicate and complex area of medical practice.
The text covers a wide range of topics, beginning with a detailed explanation of developmental physiology and pharmacology, which are essential for understanding how anesthesia affects these tiny patients. The book emphasizes the importance of tailoring anesthesia care and pain management based on these considerations, ensuring that neonates receive the safest and most effective care.
In addition to anesthesia care, the book addresses the management of surgical and medical procedures, including sedation and monitoring both in and out of the operating room. It provides thorough coverage of congenital disorders affecting all organ systems, highlighting their current management strategies and how anesthesia interacts with these conditions.
Special attention is given to the unique aspects of neonatal intensive care, with chapters devoted to current recommendations for fluid and nutritional needs, metabolic requirements, mechanical ventilation, and airway management. These sections ensure that anesthesiologists, pediatric surgeons, and neonatal intensivists are equipped with up-to-date knowledge on managing critically ill neonates in various settings.
Neonatal Anesthesia concludes with an important section on complications and ethical considerations, providing a balanced perspective on the potential challenges and decision-making processes involved in neonatal anesthesia care.
This comprehensive guide is an invaluable resource for neonatologists, pediatric anesthesiologists, residents, and intensivists, offering essential information and expert guidance to navigate the complexities of neonatal anesthesia and critical care.
Product details
- ASIN : B00S15CW7U
- Publisher : Springer; 2015th edition (December 29, 2014)
- Publication date : December 29, 2014
- Language : English
- ISBN-13 (978-1441960405)





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