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Cancer Prevention - Medical Information

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:54:00 +0000

Publisher: Springer
Number Of Pages: 250
Publication Date: 2007-02
Sales Rank:
ISBN / ASIN: 354037695X
EAN: 9783540376958
Binding: Hardcover

Book Description:
This volume contains the main proceedings of the fourth international conference on "Cancer Prevention 2006," which was held during February 16–18, 2006, in St. Gallen, Switzerland. Written by international experts in the field, the book comprises a comprehensive update on the most recent developments in the upsurging fields of molecular biology and cancer genetics and their interactions with clinical epidemiology and cancer prevention at various levels: genetic/biologic predisposition and definition of high-risk groups; preclinical models and tumor prevention; prospects of surrogate endpoints and biomarkers; progress in imaging and detection of neoplastic precursor lesions; problems with Cox-2 inhibitors in tumor chemoprevention; primary and secondary prevention of gynecological, breast, gastrointestinal and genitourinary cancers. In addition, the future prospects of cancer chemoprevention are discussed.

Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:53:00 +0000

Publisher: Springer
Number Of Pages: 430
Publication Date: 2007-03-06
Sales Rank:
ISBN / ASIN: 1846284627
EAN: 9781846284625
Binding: Hardcover
Book Description:

The aim of the Textbook of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation is to provide practical guidance for all cardiologists and other health personnel engaged in the management of cardiac patients. The book will follow the concept of "seamless care service", i.e. a streamlined combination of preventive and rehabilitative methods in order both to add years to life and life to years. It will consist of eight sections.
Commencing with an introductory section it will focus on guidelines, prevention, risk stratification and the evidence base of cardiac rehabilitation. In the following three sections different models for exercise testing and training, nutritional counselling and smoking cessation will be presented. The behavioral section contains health-related quality of life and psychological issues, patient education, compliance and adherence to the treatment program. In the social section the return to work, the role of relatives, heart foundations etc. will be discussed.
Groups with special needs will be highlighted in the seventh section, which will address children with cardiac disease, elderly, women, heart failure and cardiac transplantation patients, patients with ICD or after valve surgery. The final section comprises evaluation options. quality assurance and organisational matters i.e. program design, staff training, safety, documentation and a health-economic cost review; even national program differences will be debated.
Each section will contain a short summary and tables with practical guidance statements. Furthermore, all sections will be formatted as to follow the natural course of cardiovascular disease, starting off with focus on primary preventive care and finishing with the demands on rehabilitation of the patient with advanced disease, thus following the "seamless care" concept.
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DNA Repair in Cancer Therapy

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:51:00 +0000

Publisher: Humana Press
Number Of Pages: 376
Publication Date: 2004-03-19
Sales Rank: 104544
ISBN / ASIN: 1588292983
EAN: 9781588292988
Binding: Hardcover

Book Description:
A comprehensive review of the recent developments in DNA repair that have potential for translational and clinical applications. The authors explain in detail the various mechanisms by which cancer cells can circumvent anticancer therapy and limits its usefulness in patients. They also review the clinical impact of such novel inhibitors of DNA repair mechanisms as methylguanine-DNA-methyltransferase. Also examined are inhibitors of other DNA repair enzymes such as PARP and DNA-PK, now under development and close to clinical trials. The book captures-for both cancer researchers and practicing oncologists dealing with hallmark "relapse" or "drug resistance" phenomena on a daily basis-the many exciting new uses of DNA repair inhibitors, either alone or in combination with anticancer therapies.

Benson & Pernoll’s Handbook of Obstetrics & Gynecology

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:50:00 +0000

Product Details
Book Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional (11 January, 2001)
ISBN: 0071356088
Book author: Martin L. Pernoll

Book Description:
* A compact, quick reference revised and expanded with practical, clear illustrations
* Provides classification, clinical findings, pathophysiology, lab findings, differential diagnosis, complications, prevention, treatment and prognosis for many ob-gyn problems
* Explains drug therapy, anesthesia and surgical procedures

Obstetric Medicine: A Problem-Based Approach

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:49:00 +0000

By Catherine Nelson-Piercy, Joanna Girling,
Publisher: Springer
Number Of Pages: 192
Publication Date: 2007-02-02
Sales Rank: 1543124
ISBN / ASIN: 1846285631
EAN: 9781846285639

Obstetric and Gynecologic Emergencies: Diagnosis and Management, 2003

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:48:00 +0000

By Mark D. Pearlman,&nbspJudith E. Tintinalli,&nbspPamela L Dyne,
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional
Number Of Pages: 590
Publication Date: 2003-09-24
ISBN / ASIN: 0071379371

Book Description:
A well-illustrated quick-reference guide to the complete management of emergent medical problems occurring in women. Formatted to lead the clinician from signs and symptoms to differential diagnosis. Includes a bulleted list of high-yield key facts at the start of each chapter and highlighted diagnostic and treatment guidelines.

Protein-Coupled Receptors as Drug Targets: Analysis of Activation and Constitutive Activity

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:47:00 +0000

Publisher: Wiley-VCH
Number Of Pages: 304
Publication Date: 2006-01-09
Sales Rank: 488335
ISBN / ASIN: 3527308199
EAN: 9783527308194
Binding: Hardcover
Book Description:

With its particular emphasis on the constitutive activity of G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs)s, this book comprehensively discusses an important biological process that has not yet been covered in such depth in any other existing books on GPCRs. The international team of highly distinguished authors addresses in detail current models and concepts, to introduce medicinal chemists, physiologists, pharmacologists, and medical researchers into the advances in the understanding of GPCR activation and constitutive activity. In addition, the book provides an overview on methods of investigating constitutive GPCR activity. The text is well illustrated by selected experimental data and schemes._The chaptes are all cross-referenced with each other and cover general mechnisms, methodological approaches and cover selected important GPCR sysstems, the consequences for drug action, including, side effects, and rational drug design for GPCR targets. A highly recommended reference for researchers in academia and industry. authors addresses in detail current models and concepts, so as to introduce pharmaceutical chemists, physiologists and medical researchers to the advances in the understanding of GPCR activation and constitutive activity, and provides an overview of the methods of investigating GPCR activity. The text is backed by abundant case studies and methodological advice for analyzing GPCRs, covering selected pharmacologically relevant GPCR systems, the consequences for drug action, including unwanted side effects, and rational drug design for GPCR targets.
A highly practical reference for researchers in academia and industry.

Toxicological Testing Handbook: Principles, Applications and Data Interpretation, Second Edition

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:45:00 +0000

Publisher: Informa Healthcare
Number Of Pages: 499
Publication Date: 2006-07-11
Sales Rank: 532537
ISBN / ASIN: 0849338581
EAN: 9780849338588
Binding: Hardcove

Book Description:
Furnishing essential data on all areas of toxicity testing, this Second Edition provides guidance on the design and evaluation of product safety studies to help ensure regulatory acceptance. Every chapter highlights regulatory requirements specific to the United States, Europe, and Japan, and in addition to expanded information on data interpretation, hazard assessment, carcinogenicity studies, and Good Laboratory Practices, new chapters regarding safety pharmacology, juvenile studies, the health safety assessment of pharmaceuticals, and health assessment strategies in the food and cosmetic industry have been added to reflect changes to regulatory requirements. Toxicological Testing Handbook, Second Edition is a must-have reference for individuals responsible for assuring the safety of new pharmaceutical, biotechnical, and chemical products and materials.

Analgesia, Anaesthesia and Pregnancy: A Practical Guide

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:42:00 +0000

Product Details
Book Publisher: Cambridge University Press (11 June, 2007)
ISBN: 0521694744
Book author: Steve Yentis, Anne May, Surbhi Malhotra
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Book Description:
A thoroughly updated edition of this well-established practical guide to obstetric analgesia and anaesthesia originally published by W. B. Saunders. All aspects of obstetric medicine relevant to the anaesthetist are covered, from conception, throughout pregnancy, to after birth care. The emphasis is on pre-empting problems and maximising quality of care. The authors have identified over 150 potential complications each covered in two sections: issues raised and management options, with key points extracted into boxes for quick reference. A section on organisational aspects such as record keeping, training, protocols and guidelines makes this an important resource for any labour ward or hospital dealing with pregnant women. Presented in a clear, structured format, this book will be invaluable to trainee anaesthetists at all levels and to experienced anaesthetists who encounter obstetric patients. Obstetricians, neonatologists, midwives, nurses and operating department practitioners wishing to extend or update their knowledge will also find it highly beneficial.

QBase Anaesthesia 1: MCQs for the Anaesthesia Primary FRCA

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:40:00 +0000

Product Details
Book Publisher: Greenwich Medical Media (01 January, 1997)
ISBN: 1900151758
Book author: Mark Blunt, Andrew Cone, John Isaac, Andrew Scott, John Urquhart, Edward Hammond, Andrew McIndoe
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Book Description:
A major part of the FRCA examination is multiple choice questions. QBase Anaesthesia is much more than just a book giving five sets of examination papers, in groups of ninety questions, mirroring the format of the Primary Examination. It also comes with a free CD-ROM. This powerful electronic package can be installed in a matter of seconds and gives the reader an incredible range of options, greatly increasing the utility and value of the book. Not only can the reader practice the set exams, but the program will mark these exams, allow the reader to customize exams to focus in on areas requiring further revision, shuffle the question stems to set an inexhaustible number of different papers, and advise on examination strategy. It has the facility to print out and store test results for future comparison and re-analysis, and provides helpful notes on each question.

Anaesthesia Science

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:30:00 +0000

Product Details
Book Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell (28 November, 2006)
ISBN: 0727917730
Book author: Nigel R. Webster, Helen F. Galley
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Book Description:
Anaesthesia Science presents the scientific foundations upon which the clinical practice of anaesthesia and care of the critically ill are based.
Written on the basis that basic science underlies the practice of anaesthesia
Contributors include some of the world’s most eminent anaesthesiologists
Provides coverage on less well appreciated aspects of the subject, such as the microcirculation, multi-organ failure, and the theory of pain
Thoroughly integrates the clinical practice of anaesthesia with basic sciences, providing all the information needed in one convenient source
Based on the Fellowship of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (FRCA) syllabus and aimed at trainee anaesthetists preparing for the FRCA, the European Diploma of Anaesthesiology and other equivalent examinations.
| Tags: Anaesthesia |

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Clinical Anesthesia: Near Misses and Lessons Learned

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:29:00 +0000

Publisher: Springer
Number Of Pages: 164
Publication Date: 2007-10-18
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0387725199
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780387725192
Binding: Paperback

Book Description:
Although near-miss situations are relatively rare in anesthesiology, it is essential to know how to respond if the situation arises. This collection of actual cases, compiled from the authors 30+ years practice in major metropolitan hospitals in the US, Sweden and South Africa, is an excellent review of potential problems and solutions all anesthesiologists should be familiar with. The cases are succinct, with the problem and a solution described, then concluded by a retrospective analysis that examines whether the solution used was actually the best (or only) choice, or if other solutions might provide equally satisfactory outcomes. Also included in the analyses are tips to help avoid the problem altogether, when possible. This book is an excellent review for the ABA oral exam and is an easy and practical way to prepare for the unexpected in the daily practice of clinical anesthesia.
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Opioids in Medicine: A comprehensive review on the mode of action and the use of analgesics in different clinical pain states

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:29:00 +0000

Product Details
Book Publisher: Springer (April, 2008)
ISBN: 1402059469
Book author: Enno Freye
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Book Description:
Use of opioids in pain medicine is a rapidly expanding speciality especially since pain pharmacotherapy as a continuum of care is an essential asset in pain medicine.
The book has been conceived to fill the void for a comprehensive review of the theoretical knowledge and scope of opioid pharmacotherapy in pain medicine. While the information provided is obtainable in other major text already in print, the present format style plus the illustrations will make easy reading and fast accessibility of information on opioids available. Information provided is based on clinical practice rather than pure experimental data giving the clinician something at hand, which is useful in daily practice. Wherever required, the mechanisms of action of pain pharmacotherapy are described in detail and references are provided to give the reader further sources for additional information.
As a special feature of the book, self-explanatory figures result in an immediate clarification of the mode of action of central analgesics, thus avoiding the usual long and fatigueing text in common standard pain books.
A table of contents rapidly leads the reader from general issues of pain to specific pain syndromes and their management, putting the emphasis on the practical does and dont´s, with special reference to lawful prescribing and preventing diversion of opioid use.
| Tags: Pharmacology, Anaesthesia, Emergency & Critical Care |

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Handbook of Pain Assessment, Second Edition

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:28:00 +0000

Publisher: The Guilford Press
Number Of Pages: 798
Publication Date: 2001-07-10
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 157230488X
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9781572304888
Binding: Hardcover

Book Description:
Now in a revised and expanded second edition, this classic text provides comprehensive coverage of the most advanced methods for assessing the person in pain. The volume addresses the full range of issues--physical pathology, psychosocial factors, and behavioral variables--that influence patients' perception and reporting of pain, as well as their responsiveness to treatment. Leading authorities describe the available instruments and best procedures, review their limitations and advantages, and provide practical information and guidelines for assessing prevalent pain syndromes. The volume has been updated throughout to reflect the latest research findings, conceptual developments, innovative methods, and directions for future investigation.
| Tags: Anaesthesia |

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Lippincott's Interactive Cardiac Anesthesia Library on CD-ROM

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:28:00 +0000

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Number Of Pages:
Publication Date: 2003-12-01
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0781751055
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780781751056
Binding: CD-ROM

Product Description:
This CD-ROM provides instant access to the full content of four leading cardiac anesthesia texts: Estafanous, Barash and Reves' Cardiac Anesthesia, Second Edition; Hensley, Martin and Gravlee's A Practical Approach to Cardiac Anesthesia, Third Edition; Gravlee, Davis, Kurusz and Utley's Cardiopulmonary Bypass, Second Edition; and Perrino and Reeves' A Practical Approach to Transesophageal Echocardiography. Also included are Alpert and Ewy's Manual of Cardiovascular Diagnosis and Therapy, Fifth Edition, relevant multiple-choice questions from Connelly and Silverman's Review of Clinical Anesthesia, Third Edition, and relevant cases from Yao and Artusio's Anesthesiology, Fifth Edition--plus interactive self'testing software and over 30 minutes of video. Windows / Macintosh Compatible
| Tags: Anaesthesia, Cardiology, CDs & Softwares |

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Complications in Surgery and Trauma (Cohn, Complications in Surgery & Trauma)

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:05:00 +0000

Publisher: Informa Healthcare
Number Of Pages: 688
Publication Date: 2006-09-26
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0824758986
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780824758981
Binding: Hardcover

Product Description:
The only in-depth source to focus specifically on surgical complications, this reference provides practical information on the incidence, management, and avoidance of complications encountered during and after surgical procedures. Spanning the vast array of complications related to a wide variety of preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative events such as organ transplant, amputations, nerve and fracture repair, wound repair, and skin grafting, this guide offers detailed guidance and techniques to recognize and control complications in the operating room, emergency ward, and intensive care unit.
| Tags: Anaesthesia, Surgery, Traumatology |

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Geriatric Anesthesiology

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:05:00 +0000

Publisher: Springer
Number Of Pages: 440
Publication Date: 2007-10-31
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0387725261
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780387725260
Binding: Hardcover

Product Description:
Geriatric anesthesia is a rapidly growing and evolving field. The last few years have seen significant advancements in and important new modalities for addressing the needs of an aging population. The editors of Geriatric Anesthesiology's second edition are uniquely situated to put together a text highlighting both essential knowledge and recent breakthroughs of importance to any who work with the elderly. For the second edition, the editors have introduced a streamlined chapter format and have assembled a selection of chapters intended to deepen the understanding of anesthesic management of the geriatric patient.
| Tags: Anaesthesia |

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Pain Medicine and Management: Just the Facts

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:04:00 +0000

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional
Number Of Pages: 416
Publication Date: 2004-05-07
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0071411828
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780071411820
Binding: Paperback

Product Description:
A quick reference to the management of pain for specialists as well as general medical practitioners and residents. Written in a concise bulleted format, the content is limited to only the essential facts necessary for assessment and treatment of common pain conditions and presentations. A perfect review tool for both the anesthesia and pain medicine board exams.
| Tags: Anaesthesia, Neurology, Family Medicine |

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Acute pain management: scientific evidence

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:03:00 +0000

This publication summarises the evidence currently available to assist health professionals in the management of acute pain. The field of acute pain medicine is a rapidly changing one.
Acute Pain Management: Scientific Evidence1 was first published by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) of Australia in 1999. An editorial2 published the same year in the British Journal of Anaesthesia assessed the importance of this document along with Guidelines on the Use of NSAIDs in the Perioperative Period.3 It was noted that ‘there is still a need for properly conducted controlled clinical studies evaluating most areas of therapy in acute pain’ and that ‘guidelines can only remain valid for a relatively short period’ as the field of pain management is a rapidly evolving one.

Book details:
Author:Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists
Publisher:Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists
| Tags: Anaesthesia |

Anaesthesia, Pain, Intensive Care and Emergency

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:03:00 +0000

Anaesthesia, Pain, Intensive Care and Emergency A.P.I.C.E.: Proceedings of the 22st Postgraduate Course in Critical Medicine Venice-Mestre, Italy - November 9-11, 2007
By A. Gullo

Publisher: Springer
Number Of Pages: 424
Publication Date: 2007-12-20
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 8847007720
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9788847007727
Binding: Paperback

Product Description:
Improving standards of care is a real challenge in Intensive Care Medicine. Bettering clinical performance, patient safety, risk management and audit represents the cornerstone for raising the quality of care in ICU patients. Communication is the platform from where to start to reach a consensus in an extremely crowded area, a unique multidisciplinary and multiprofessional environment in which quality of care and, ultimately, patient survival need to be ameliorated.
| Tags: Anaesthesia, Emergency, Journals |

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Emergency Sedation and Pain Management (Cambridge Concise Histories)

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:02:00 +0000

Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Number Of Pages: 296
Publication Date: 2008-01-14
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0521870860
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780521870863
Binding: Hardcover

Product Description:
Presented in an easily accessible, clinically oriented format, Emergency Sedation and Pain Management is a comprehensive medical text addressing emergency sedation and analgesia with specific emphasis on treatment of the emergency department patient. The text presents a clinical approach to the treatment of pain in emergency patients, including pediatric and adult populations. Analgesia, sedation, and anesthetic techniques are presented in an informative, authoritative, and concise format - written and edited by physicians with extensive research as well as clinical emergency medicine expertise. The chapters are richly supplemented with tables, photographs, and step-by-step illustrations.
| Tags: Anaesthesia, Emergency |

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Injury: International Journal of the Care of the Injured - May 2008

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:01:00 +0000

Injury was founded in 1969 and is an international journal dealing with all aspects of trauma care and accident surgery. Our primary aim is to facilitate the exchange of ideas, techniques and information among all members of the trauma team.
Topics covered include: trauma systems and management; surgical procedures; epidemiological studies; surgery (of all tissues); resuscitation; biomechanics; rehabilitation; anaesthesia; radiology; basic science of local and systemic response to trauma and tissue healing.
Regular features include: original research papers; review articles; case reports; ideas and innovations detailing novel and effective solutions to surgical problems; book reviews; calendar of world-wide meetings.
Letters that comment on an article previously published in Injury are particularly encouraged, and the authors will be given the opportunity to respond. Please submit letters to the editor by e-mail where possible to editor@injuryjournal.com.
The journal also publishes a series of scientific supplements documenting the work of the AO/ASIF Research, Development and Clinical Studies, and occasionally supplements detailing the work of other groups.
| Tags: Journals, Traumatology, Orthopaedics |

Airway Management in Emergencies (Red & White Emergency Medicine Series)

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:01:00 +0000

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional
Number Of Pages: 320
Publication Date: 2007-10-01
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0071470050
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780071470056
Binding: Paperback

Product Description:
Learn the clinical skills necessary to treat any emergency airway problem
Written by international experts in a style that's concise, practical and to the point, Airway Management in Emergencies covers all the options-both medical and surgical-for managing any patient's airway in an emergency. Here, you'll find the core knowledge and accompanying management protocols necessary to assess, oxygenate, intubate, and monitor patients requiring emergency airway management.
In each chapter, this high-yield coverage is supported by evidence-based algorithms, synoptic tips, and real-world case studies that show you how to resolve any difficult airway scenario you would likely encounter in clinical practice.
| Tags: Emergency, Anaesthesia |

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Obstetrics for Anaesthetists

noreply@blogger.com (Medical Information) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:00:00 +0000

Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Number Of Pages: 184
Publication Date: 2008-04-14
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0521696704
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780521696708
Binding: Paperback

Product Description:
Anesthetists are a crucial part of the multi-disciplinary team helping mothers have safe, successful pregnancies and deliveries. Obstetrics for Anaesthetists is a practical manual designed to give clinicians a clear knowledge of obstetrics and its implications for their anesthetic practice. Edited by an obstetric anesthetist and an expert obstetrician, this volume provides readers with relevant information on the procedures, terminology, and conditions unique to obstetrics.
| Tags: Obstetrics, Anaesthesia |

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