Main description:

This will serve primarily as a hardcover, library purchase with a short shelf life of 6 months and will also add to the exposure of other works by Jean-Louis Vincent, the Update in Intensive Care Medicine series, which was repackaged to suit the North American market. This book compiles the most recent, widespread developments of experimental and clinical research and practice in one comprehensive reference book. The chapters are written by well recognized experts in the field of intensive care and emergency medicine. It is addressed to everyone involved in internal medicine, anesthesia, surgery, pediatrics, intensive care and emergency medicine.

Contents:

PARTS: Cellular Reponses; Basic Mechanisms in Acute Respiratory Failure; Modulating Host Response; Myocardial Responses; Cardiovascular Management; Mechanical Ventilation; Management of Acute Repiratory Failure; Non-invasive Mechanical Ventilation; Infectious Challenges; Fluid Therapy; Metabolic Support; Cardiorespiratory Monitoring; Oxygen Delivery; Coagulopathies; Head Trauma; Neurological Challenges; Abdominal Crises; Renal Failure; Particular Aspects; Severity of Illness; Quality of Care