Extracorporeal Life Support (Vademecum) by Dan M., M.D. Meyer

Product Description

This handbook is directed at intensivists,surgeons, pediatricians,residents, perfusionists,nurses and ECMO(extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) technologists involved in the care of patients with respiratory or cardiac failure which may require extracorporeal support. It provides specific information on the mechanics of ECMO, the equipment required, the physiology of extracorporeal support, and the management of patients supported on ECMO. Current results of ECMO and alternative support options are also reviewed in some chapters of this book. The authors' goal is to present clinically useful information in a manner that enables the reader to rapidly assess clinical situations, troubleshoot problems, and understand the expected results of therapy.
Product Details
Amazon Sales Rank: #983138 in Books
Published on: 2001-06-25
Number of items: 1
Binding: Spiral-bound
136 pages
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Book Info
Univ. of Texas, Dallas. A handbook for intensive care clinicians, nurses, surgeons, pediatricians, and ECMO technicians whose patients may need extracorporeal support due to cardiac or respiratory failure. Pocket guide covers crucial topics, alternative treatments, and clinical results. Outline format. Wire-spiral binding. DNLM: Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

About the Author
Both authors are Professors in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas