Perioperative Critical Care Cardiology (Topics in Anaesthesia and Critical Care)

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In this book are discussed topics of particular importance to critical care cardiovascular diagnosis and management in the perioperative period. Chapter topics are the causes for heart failure; the pathophysiology of heart failure; coronary heart disease and ischemic preconditioning; hypertensive urgencies and emergencies; diagnosis of heart failure; preoperative cardiac risk assessment; hemodynamic monitoring in patients with heart failure; electrocardiography of heart failure - features and arrhythmias; pharmacologic management for patients with heart failure; devices for management of heart failure; pacemaker and internal cardioverter-defibrillator therapies; management of cardiopulmonary arrest; circulatory shock - anaphylactic, cardiogenic, haemorrhagic, septic; prevention and management of cardiac dysfunction during and after cardiac surgery; vasodilator therapy - systemic and pulmonary; and, thromboembolism and anticoagulation. This work represents an important update for anaesthesiologists, cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, emergency care physicians and intensivists caring for patients with acute, life-threatening cardiovascular afflictions.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #1417956 in Books
Published on: 2007-02-02
Number of items: 1
Binding: Paperback
282 pages
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Univ. of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Update for cardiologists, anesthesiologists, cardiac surgeons, and intensivists. Different aspects of cardiovascular dysfunction are presented, including diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment in the perioperative period. Softcover.

Inflammatory Atherosclerosis: Characteristics of the Injurious Agent by Richard J. Frink

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* Amazon Sales Rank: #782555 in Books
* Published on: 2002-11
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Hardcover
* 111 pages

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Text provides information on the nature and characteristics of the injurious agent through study of the gross and microscopic changes taking place in the coronary arteries of patients with and without clinical coronary disease. Characterized by agents to gain a deeper understanding of the processes involved. Includes high-quality color photographs.

Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (Contemporary Cardiology) From Humana Press

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This updated and expanded edition of a much-praised classic survey comprehensively reviews the many innovations and changes that have occurred in the practice of minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS). The authors summarize the latest findings and results regarding such new techniques as robotic surgery, hybrid revascularization, the use of OPCAB in high-risk populations, and new less invasive surgical approaches to the treatment of atrial fibrillation. They also provide a medium term update on the current status of MICS in dealing with valvular and congenital heart disease and offer a more comprehensive understanding of procedures like mid-CABCs with longer term follow-up and randomized data to help tease out real benefits and limitations.
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* Amazon Sales Rank: #943637 in Books
* Published on: 2003-09-01
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Hardcover
* 496 pages

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"This second edition begins with an overview of the pathophysiology of cardiopulmonary bypass and the endothelial injury that occurs during minimally invasive coronary artery bypass surgery. The remainder covers all aspects of minimally invasive bypass grafting, valvular, congenital, pericardial, arrhythmia, and robotic surgery. Every conceivable aspect of minimally invasive surgery, including quality of life and its economic impact, is included. The book pays particular attention to the available different technologies by devoting individual chapters to different companies and their advancements. This previous edition was published in 1999. . .All areas of clinically relevant minimally invasive techniques in cardiac surgery are thoroughly covered. New technologies that may still be considered experimental by some are sensibly and honestly reviewed here. The photographs of emerging technologies are extremely helpful to the reader, but many would be clearer and significantly improved by presenting them in color. . .This is a very important addition to the literature because it presents an update of a rapidly changing field. New technologies are covered extensively. This book stimulates the always-learning surgeon to become interested and involved in the cutting edge of cardiac surgery.ery."-Doody's Health Sciences Book Review Journal

Reviews of the First Edition:
"The strength of this book is the excellent quality of the contributors. It is also unique in that it not only covers present minimally invasive techniques, but provides the physiologic justification for their development, with excellent chapters on the pathophysiology of cardiopulmonary bypass and endothelial injury. There is also an excellent chapter comparing minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting with percutaneous interventions. . . There are also chapters looking into the future, particularly into alternative approaches to vascular anastomoses and device-supported myocardial revascularization. . .This is a superb contribution to the literature and is perhaps the most concise and comprehensive review of the field of MICS to date. It is must reading for surgeons interested in this field. "-4 Stars, Doody's Health Sciences Book Review Journal

"Mehmet Oz and Daniel Goldstein have succeeded in providing a timely review of an important new arena in cardiac surgery. . .The book is divided into 3 major sections. The 1st contains an excellent review of the pathophysiologic reactions to cardiac bypass, ischemia and reperfusion, and endothelial cell injury. . .In the 2nd section, the authors present a broad overview of subjects pertaining to less invasive approaches to coronary bypass grafting. . .The final section of the book explores the application of less-invasive approaches to valvular and congenital heart operations by means of limited sternal or thoracic incisions. . .Each contribution is authoritative, well-illustrated, and supported by clinically relevant patient information. . .We are indebted to Drs. Oz and Goldstein for providing this timely resource."-Texas Heart Institute Journal

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Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Newark, NJ. Reviews the many innovations and changes in the practice of minimally invasive cardiac surgery. Summarizes latest findings and results regarding the use of robotic surgery, hybrid revascularization, and off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting. Previous edition: c1999. DNLM: Cardiac Surgical Procedures.

Positioning Techniques in Surgical Applications: Thorax and Heart Surgery - Vascular Surgery - Visceral and Transplantation Surgery-Urology-Surgery-Pe

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The success of an operation depends not only on careful clarification of the indications, selection of the right time for operating and proper operating techniques, but also correct preoperative preparation and positioning of the patient.

This work presents safe positioning techniques, which cover the various different surgical disciplines by means of detailed descriptions and more than 450 full-colored illustrations. New techniques, new instruments and devices, developed for example for minimally invasive surgery, or concealed surgical procedures with indirect visualization techniques, are considered.

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* Amazon Sales Rank: #1927514 in Books
* Published on: 2005-12-14
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Hardcover
* 313 pages

Inflammatory Atherosclerosis: Characteristics of the Injurious Agent by Richard J. Frin

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Amazon Sales Rank: #463787 in Books
Published on: 2002-11
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
111 pages
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Text provides information on the nature and characteristics of the injurious agent through study of the gross and microscopic changes taking place in the coronary arteries of patients with and without clinical coronary disease. Characterized by agents to gain a deeper understanding of the processes involved. Includes high-quality color photographs.

Of -Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (Medical Intelligence Unit) by Raymond Cartier

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Amazon Sales Rank: #2681810 in Books
Published on: 2005-03
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
154 pages

Cardiac Reconstructions with Allograft Tissues by Richard A. Hopkins

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Cryopreserved allograft tissues are now standard materials for the reconstructive cardiac surgeon. Since publication of the first edition ("Cardiac Reconstructions with Allograft Valves") in 1989, the field has progressed dramatically with increased clinical use of cardiovascular allograft tissues, with the development of new surgical techniques, and with advances in the understanding of the fundamentals of valve transplantation biology and cryopreservation. As a result, over two-thirds of the present volume represents new material. Fifty-six authors bring their expertise to thirteen comprehensive, lavishly illustrated sections which discuss the principles of the use of homograft valves, major clinical series of homograft valves for both left and right ventricular outflow tracts, cryopreserved allograft tissue for cardiac reconstruction, cell biology of heart valve leaflets, cryobiology of heart valve preservation, morphological, biochemical, and explant pathology studies of allograft heart valves, allograft valve banking, as well as detailed explanation of surgical techniques for valve and root methods for left and right ventricular outflow tract reconstructions, the Ross operation and variants, and complex reconstructions. A final section presents potential future directions for the field. Over 400 illustrations, created expressly for this book, depict the surgical techniques from the perspective of the surgeon standing at the operating table. All surgeons performing pediatric and/or adult valve replacements and reconstructive cardiac surgeries will benefit from the described methods. Cardiothoracic residents and cardiologists will also find the text useful. It will provide the surgeon with an enhanced understanding of the biological and material properties of allografts and increased familiarity with the range of surgical techniques applicable for the use of these valves, particularly in the successful management of challenging cardiac reconstructions.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #857384 in Books
Published on: 2004-12-07
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
320 pages

Arterial Grafting for Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery From Springer

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The second edition of this book provides updated knowledge about the biological characteristics and clinical use of arterial grafts for coronary artery bypass surgery. The reader will find first-hand information on arterial grafts as well as vein grafts with regard to biological characteristics, clinical use including off-pump coronary bypass grafting surgery, results, and future developments. Written by world-renowned cardiac surgeons and cardiovascular research scientists working in this area, the book will be invaluable both as a practical guide and as a stimulus for further improvement of arterial grafting techniques and technology.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #979051 in Books
Published on: 2006-09-14
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
356 pages

Positioning Techniques in Surgical Applications: Thorax and Heart Surgery - Vascular Surgery - Visceral and Transplantation Surgery-Urology-Surgery

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The success of an operation depends not only on careful clarification of the indications, selection of the right time for operating and proper operating techniques, but also correct preoperative preparation and positioning of the patient.

This work presents safe positioning techniques, which cover the various different surgical disciplines by means of detailed descriptions and more than 450 full-colored illustrations. New techniques, new instruments and devices, developed for example for minimally invasive surgery, or concealed surgical procedures with indirect visualization techniques, are considered.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #1912755 in Books
Published on: 2005-12-14
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
313 pages

Perioperative Critical Care Cardiology (Topics in Anaesthesia and Critical Care) From Springer

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In this book are discussed topics of particular importance to critical care cardiovascular diagnosis and management in the perioperative period. Chapter topics are the causes for heart failure; the pathophysiology of heart failure; coronary heart disease and ischemic preconditioning; hypertensive urgencies and emergencies; diagnosis of heart failure; preoperative cardiac risk assessment; hemodynamic monitoring in patients with heart failure; electrocardiography of heart failure - features and arrhythmias; pharmacologic management for patients with heart failure; devices for management of heart failure; pacemaker and internal cardioverter-defibrillator therapies; management of cardiopulmonary arrest; circulatory shock - anaphylactic, cardiogenic, haemorrhagic, septic; prevention and management of cardiac dysfunction during and after cardiac surgery; vasodilator therapy - systemic and pulmonary; and, thromboembolism and anticoagulation. This work represents an important update for anaesthesiologists, cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, emergency care physicians and intensivists caring for patients with acute, life-threatening cardiovascular afflictions.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #1657770 in Books
Published on: 2007-02-02
Number of items: 1
Binding: Paperback
282 pages
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Univ. of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Update for cardiologists, anesthesiologists, cardiac surgeons, and intensivists. Different aspects of cardiovascular dysfunction are presented, including diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment in the perioperative period. Softcover.

Color Atlas of Congenital Heart Surgery by S. Bert Litwin

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Color Atlas of Congenital Heart Surgery covers the full spectrum of congenital heart defects, first depicting the pathology in pre-repair photographs and then detailing step-by-step the operative procedure. Dr. Litwin depicts the most common procedures along with the most complex ones, providing a range of information vital to residents and fellows in training as well as clinicians in practice.

One of the key aspects of the utility and practicality of Color Atlas of Congenital Heart Surgery is the unique perspective of the operative photos. Using a special side-mounted flash, the author s photographs vividly capture the three dimensional spatial relations of congenital anomalies and surgical anatomy. Additionally, each illustration and photo is extensively labeled for clarity (indicating the patient s left, right, cephalad and caudad positions).

With over 100 new illustrations and many new procedures, the new edition of Color Atlas of Congenital Heart Surgery is both a textbook and an atlas, providing an indispensable reference for every surgeon, cardiologist, intensivist, or anesthetist who treats patients with congenital cardiac anomalies.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #1314270 in Books
Published on: 2007-06-12
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
480 pages

The Role of Surgery, Part II: An Issue of Heart Failure Clinics (The Clinics: Internal Medicine) by Stephen Westaby

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Amazon Sales Rank: #2890089 in Books
Published on: 2007-09-25
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
380 pages

Snapshots of Hemodynamics by Nico Westerhof

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Hemodynamics makes it possible to characterize in a quantitative way, the function of the heart and arterial system, thereby producing information about what genetic and molecular processes are of importance for cardiovascular function.

Snapshots of Hemodynamics: An Aid for Clinical Research and Graduate Education by Nico Westerhof, Nikos Stergiopulos and Mark I. M. Noble is a quick reference guide designed to help basic and clinical researchers as well as graduate students to understand hemodynamics. The layout of the book provides short and independent chapters that provide teaching diagrams as well as clear descriptions of the essentials of basic and applied principles of hemodynamics. References are provided at the end of each chapter for further reading and reference.

Nico Westerhof, PhD is affiliated with the Laboratory for Physiology at VU University Medical Center in Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Nikos Stergiopulos, PhD is affiliated with the Laboratory of Hemodynamics and Cardiovascular Technology at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Mark IM Noble, DSc, MD, PhD is affiliated with Cardiovascular Medicine at Aberdeen University, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary in Aberdeen, Scotland.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #899745 in Books
Published on: 2004-10-29
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
192 pages

The Role of Surgery, Part I: An Issue of Heart Failure Clinics (The Clinics: Internal Medicine) by Stephen Westaby

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Amazon Sales Rank: #3439956 in Books
Published on: 2007-08-21
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
240 pages

Current Advances in Heart Transplantation, An Issue of Heart Failure Clinics (The Clinics: Internal Medicine) by Mandeep R. Mehra

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Amazon Sales Rank: #2127630 in Books
Published on: 2007-06-28
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
240 pages

Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (Contemporary Cardiology) (Contemporary Cardiology) From Humana Press

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This updated and expanded edition of a much-praised classic survey comprehensively reviews the many innovations and changes that have occurred in the practice of minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS). The authors summarize the latest findings and results regarding such new techniques as robotic surgery, hybrid revascularization, the use of OPCAB in high-risk populations, and new less invasive surgical approaches to the treatment of atrial fibrillation. They also provide a medium term update on the current status of MICS in dealing with valvular and congenital heart disease and offer a more comprehensive understanding of procedures like mid-CABCs with longer term follow-up and randomized data to help tease out real benefits and limitations.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #800499 in Books
Published on: 2003-09-01
Number of items: 1
Binding: Hardcover
496 pages
Editorial Reviews

Review
"This second edition begins with an overview of the pathophysiology of cardiopulmonary bypass and the endothelial injury that occurs during minimally invasive coronary artery bypass surgery. The remainder covers all aspects of minimally invasive bypass grafting, valvular, congenital, pericardial, arrhythmia, and robotic surgery. Every conceivable aspect of minimally invasive surgery, including quality of life and its economic impact, is included. The book pays particular attention to the available different technologies by devoting individual chapters to different companies and their advancements. This previous edition was published in 1999. . .All areas of clinically relevant minimally invasive techniques in cardiac surgery are thoroughly covered. New technologies that may still be considered experimental by some are sensibly and honestly reviewed here. The photographs of emerging technologies are extremely helpful to the reader, but many would be clearer and significantly improved by presenting them in color. . .This is a very important addition to the literature because it presents an update of a rapidly changing field. New technologies are covered extensively. This book stimulates the always-learning surgeon to become interested and involved in the cutting edge of cardiac surgery.ery."-Doody's Health Sciences Book Review Journal

Reviews of the First Edition:
"The strength of this book is the excellent quality of the contributors. It is also unique in that it not only covers present minimally invasive techniques, but provides the physiologic justification for their development, with excellent chapters on the pathophysiology of cardiopulmonary bypass and endothelial injury. There is also an excellent chapter comparing minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting with percutaneous interventions. . . There are also chapters looking into the future, particularly into alternative approaches to vascular anastomoses and device-supported myocardial revascularization. . .This is a superb contribution to the literature and is perhaps the most concise and comprehensive review of the field of MICS to date. It is must reading for surgeons interested in this field. "-4 Stars, Doody's Health Sciences Book Review Journal

"Mehmet Oz and Daniel Goldstein have succeeded in providing a timely review of an important new arena in cardiac surgery. . .The book is divided into 3 major sections. The 1st contains an excellent review of the pathophysiologic reactions to cardiac bypass, ischemia and reperfusion, and endothelial cell injury. . .In the 2nd section, the authors present a broad overview of subjects pertaining to less invasive approaches to coronary bypass grafting. . .The final section of the book explores the application of less-invasive approaches to valvular and congenital heart operations by means of limited sternal or thoracic incisions. . .Each contribution is authoritative, well-illustrated, and supported by clinically relevant patient information. . .We are indebted to Drs. Oz and Goldstein for providing this timely resource."-Texas Heart Institute Journal

Book Info
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Newark, NJ. Reviews the many innovations and changes in the practice of minimally invasive cardiac surgery. Summarizes latest findings and results regarding the use of robotic surgery, hybrid revascularization, and off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting. Previous edition: c1999. DNLM: Cardiac Surgical Procedures.

Active Infective Aortic Valve Endocarditis with Infection Extension: by Henryk Siniawski

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Active infective endocarditis is one of the most serious diseases of the heart. Infection often causes periannular abscess, and may also spread to affect the mitral valve structures. This complication carries a high mortality rate and valve replacement followed by intensive care and antibiotic treatment may be the only option to save patients lives. Severe hemodynamic depression caused by bacterial shock, is today no longer a counter-indication, and the second major risk factor, that of postoperative reinfection, has been greatly reduced by using homografts and new valve prostheses that are resistant to bacterial infection. Timely operation, before complex destruction of cardiac structures occurs, achieves a much higher rate of survival.

This assessment of the results of surgical treatment of active infective endocarditis was performed at the German Heart Institute Berlin. It focuses on preoperative investigation and proposes a new classification of this endocarditic disease.
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Amazon Sales Rank: #3078688 in Books
Published on: 2006-10-19
Number of items: 1
Binding: Paperback
62 pages