Description

The Oxford Handbook of Anaesthesia is a comprehensive, authoritative, and practical guide to the whole field of anaesthetic practice. It encompasses all ages, from neonates to the elderly, and all surgical specialties, including cardiac surgery, interventional radiology, and weight-reduction surgery. Local, regional, and neuraxial techniques are described, including ultrasound guidance. The entire patient journey is covered, from preoperative assessment and investigation, through informed consent, to post-operative analgesia. There are substantial sections dealing with acute pain and the management of intra-operative emergencies. A comprehensive drug formulary is provided