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This revision of the 1998 text edited by Dr. Jonathan Benumof presents new coverage of pediatric topics and updated information on less common cardiac, neurologic, genetic and metabolic diseases; morbid obesity; trauma and acute care; pregnancy complications; geriatric patients; and those taking herbal remedies. A chapter treats bioterrorism-induced infectious diseases. Fleisher (U. of Pennsylvania School of Medicine) introduces 21 chapters by US experts providing needed guidance on the specialized anesthetic management that may be required for such disorders. Chapters include preoperative and postoperative considerations to avoid complications, patient photos, and two-color graphics. Previous editions appeared between 1973 and 1990. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Avoid complications associated with unusual and complicated diseases with help from this classic source! Previously edited by Dr. Jonathan Benumof, Anesthesia and Uncommon Diseases, 5th Edition features new editorial leadership from Dr. Lee A. Fleisher, an acknowledged leader in the field of perioperative medicine and anesthesiology. Now with coverage of pediatric topics and fully revised chapters, most by new contributors, this edition brings you the latest knowledge and techniques. A new, more user-friendly page layout with algorithms, shaded boxes, and "Most Common" lists makes getting information much easier.Includes new information on congenital heart disease, morbid obesity, neurological diseases, infectious diseases, trauma and acute care, geriatric patients, genetic and metabolic diseases, and burn patients.Incorporates brand-new coverage of pediatric topics.Provides sweeping updates throughout from many new contributors.Offers a new, more user-friendly format with algorithms, shaded boxes, and "Most Common" lists.With 45 additional contributing experts.
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