by Jean-Louis Vincent, Frederick A. Moore, Rinaldo Bellomo, John J. Marini
Bridging the gap between medical
and surgical specialties in critical care, Textbook of Critical Care,
8th Edition, offers a practical, multidisciplinary approach to the
effective management of adult and pediatric patients in the ICU. An
outstanding editorial team, led by world-renowned intensivist Dr.
Jean-Louis Vincent, assisted by Dr. Frederick A. Moore and new editors
Drs. Rinaldo Bellomo and John J. Marini, provides the evidence-based
guidance you need to overcome a full range of practice challenges. A
full-color art program, relevant basic science and key summary points
in every chapter, and expert contributing authors from all over the
world make this an indispensable resource for every member of the
critical care team.
- Provides a
concise, readable understanding of the pathophysiology of critical
illness and new therapeutic approaches to critical care.
- Addresses
both medical and surgical aspects in critical care for adult and
pediatric patients in one comprehensive, easy-to-use reference.
- Shares
the knowledge and expertise of the most recognized and trusted leaders
in the field, with more international contributing authors than in
previous editions.
- Covers new information on procedural and diagnostic ultrasound, prone positioning, ECMO, and VADs.
- Discusses
key topics such as organ support, telemedicine, echocardiography,
antibiotic stewardship, antiviral agents, coagulation and
anti-coagulation, and more.
- Features
a wealth of tables, boxes, algorithms, diagnostic images, and key
points that clarify important concepts and streamline complex
information for quick reference.
- Includes companion videos and exclusive chapters online that cover commonly performed procedures.
- Takes
a multidisciplinary approach to critical care, with contributions from
experts in anesthesia, surgery, pulmonary medicine, and pediatrics.
