Description: Returning for its fifth edition, the Oxford Handbook of Anaesthesia has been re-energized by new editors and a specialist contributor team, while still retaining its much-loved, clear and concise style. Written for anaesthetists at all stages of their careers, from trainees sitting exams through to experienced consultants as well as ODPs and nurses involved in theatre area work and pre-assessment, this comprehensive guide to the anaesthetic world is as indispensable as ever.
This new edition has been completely revised and brings you the most up-to-date guidance and information to keep pace with fast-moving areas of anaesthesia, including a completely revised regional anaesthesia chapter. Now in full colour and packed with enhanced illustrations throughout, including new ECG rhythm strips and illustrations of specialist equipment, the Handbook also includes colour coding for easier navigation. Designed for daily use, this Handbook is your essential companion to anaesthesia, with everything you need at your fingertips whether on the go or for revision.Review Quotes:
"The Oxford Handbook of Anaesthesia is a comprehensive, authoritative, and practical guide to the whole field of anaesthetic practice." -- Anticancer Research
"In conclusion, Oxford Handbook of Anaesthesia is a quick and manageable handbook with a didactic approach to basic principles and to the latest updates in perioperative medicine, patient safety and anaesthetic management for elective surgical procedures and emergency situations. This book is a useful resource not only for resident anesthesiologists but also for trainees" -- Chiara Cambise, European Journal of Anaesthesiology
"This book is extremely useful to students in anesthesiology. It is also helpful to those who are already in practice when confronted with an unfamiliar situation. It is the best handbook available EL" -- Robert R. Gaiser, Yale School of Medicine, Doody's Review Service