Intensive Care in Neurosurgery

Intensive Care in Neurosurgery
Brian T. Andrews (Author)

Book Description
Publication Date: October 1, 2002 | ISBN-10: 9781588901255 | ISBN-13: 978-1588901255 | Edition: 1
Advances in the management of head and spinal cord injury, stroke, brain tumors, and other disorders have improved dramatically in recent years -- and have led to improved care in the neurosurgical intensive care unit. In this must-have book, an expert team of authors integrate these advances into clinical practice by providing valuable tips and advice on the most current and up-to-date treatment strategies. The text covers all important topics in neurosurgical intensive care, from stroke and non-traumatic hemorrhage to intracranial hypertension, epilepsy management, and withdrawing life support. Plus, you'll find analysis of the newest clinical science on all topics, as well as a key discussion of how advanced bedside monitoring techniques can lead to improved patient care.
Key features of Intensive Care in Neurosurgery:
- Provides the newest clinical science on such timely topics as metabolic and nutritional monitoring, ventilator management, and cerebrovascular and cardiovascular physiology
- Describes how specific techniques can reverse the abnormal physiology of disease processes
- Written by top neurosurgeons who are experts in intensive care
- Addresses controversial topics in the field, including withdrawal of care and declaration of brain death



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