Case Presentations in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care

Provides a number of case presentations, each of which consists of a short history and findings from physical examination. These findings are followed by questions which highlight areas of difficulty or particular relevance. A discussion expands on these questions and suggests further enquiry.

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Part of the "Case Presentation Series", geared towards postgraduate medical examinations, this book should be of interest and value to all those looking for a self-assessment guide in anaesthesia. A total of 31 cases are discussed in anaesthetic and intensive care related topics. Each case presentation consists of a short history and the relevant findings from physical examination including X-rays, ECGs, laboratory results and other investigations. These findings are followed by questions which highlight areas of difficulty in understanding or conception and/or areas that have particular topical or controversial relevance. The subsequent discussion expands on these questions and suggests avenues for further enquiry. "Case Presentation in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care" should be of particular interest to all those studying for their postgraduate examinations. It should also appeal to anaesthetists at all levels of their clinical training as well as specialists from other disciplines with an interest in anaesthesia and intensive care.