A Practice of Anesthesia for Infants and Children

Presents the hands-on expertise of the anaesthesiologists at Massachusetts General Hospital who offer practical advice in the safe and effective administration of general and regional anaesthesia to infants and children. Coverage includes pre-operative assessment and post-operative care.

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This edition presents the hands-on expertise of anesthesiologists at Massachusetts General Hospital who offer practical advice in the safe and effective administration of general and regional anesthesia to infants and children. It covers the necessary scientific information, preoperative assessment and detailed anesthesia management as well as post-operative care, emergencies and special procedures. Diagrams and x-rays to demonstrate the unique physiology and anatomy of the pediatric airway and how it differs from the adult, and comprehensive discussions clearly point out the differences in pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics between infants, children, and adults. Highlights the latest methods of controlling pain for the postoperative pediatric patient are included, as well as reviews resuscitation of the newborn and child. Emphasis is placed on equipment and monitoring needs for the pediatric patient.