Liver Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine 2nd Ed

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Liver Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine 2nd Ed

Liver Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, 2nd Edition is a comprehensive guide dedicated to the complex field of anesthesiology for liver surgery, with an emphasis on liver transplantation. As the only available book focused solely on this topic, it provides the latest advances in anesthesiology and critical care for patients undergoing liver surgery, including transplant procedures.

Liver transplant centers often rely on specialized anesthesia teams for these high-stakes surgeries. With substantial progress in the understanding of liver disease physiology and pathophysiology, this edition captures the latest refinements in anesthesiology and critical care techniques. It covers essential areas such as chronic liver failure, hepatic cirrhosis, and preoperative risk assessment, ensuring a comprehensive approach to patient care.

In addition, the book delves into the splanchnic and systemic circulation in liver disease, offering a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in managing anesthesia for liver patients. A special focus is given to analgesia for liver resection, particularly the use of regional techniques to enhance pain management.

Written for anesthesiologists and critical care physicians, this updated edition serves as an invaluable reference and review tool. As liver surgeries grow more complex, expertise in liver anesthesiology becomes increasingly essential. This book is indispensable for those seeking to provide the highest standard of care for patients undergoing liver surgery, including liver transplants.

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