A Surgeon's Guide to Anaesthesia and Peri-operative Care

This essential guide offers comprehensive insights into anaesthesia and peri-operative care, specifically designed for surgical trainees and professionals. A Surgeon's Guide to Anaesthesia and Peri-operative Care is a must-read.

In A Surgeon's Guide to Anaesthesia and Peri-operative Care, the authors unite critical principles of applied anaesthesia, encompassing physiology, pharmacology, and physics, specifically designed to align with the MRCS syllabus. This collaborative effort from a team of experts presents a thorough examination of all perioperative stages, making it an invaluable resource for surgeons, particularly those in training, junior anaesthetists, and Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs). The book addresses common challenges faced in the field, such as understanding diathermy, ventilation techniques, and the various roles of anaesthetists, offering insights that are often overlooked in other texts.

The structure of A Surgeon's Guide to Anaesthesia and Peri-operative Care is organized into three main sections. The first section delves into the applied basic sciences essential for surgeons, laying a solid foundation for understanding the complexities of anaesthesia. The second section focuses on the nuances of perioperative care, exploring specific considerations that arise within surgical specialties from both surgical and anaesthetic perspectives. Each chapter is crafted by specialists, providing current information on critical topics like damage limitation surgery, transfusion practices, and enhanced recovery protocols.

The final section, 'At a Glance', offers a concise and accessible format for quick revision or reference, covering topics such as post-operative cognitive dysfunction and coagulation. This comprehensive guide is a must-have for all surgical trainees, ensuring they have access to essential anaesthetic knowledge tailored to their needs.