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Medical Reference Catalogue 2015
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Anesthesia for Genetic, Metabolic, and Dysmorphic Syndromes of
Childhood
Third Edition
Victor C. Baum MD
University of Virginia
Jennifer E. O’Flaherty MD
Geisel School of Medicine and Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
January 2015 / Hardcover
Approx. 496 pp. / Approx. 187 Illus.
978-1-4511-9279-7
DESCRIPTION
FEATURES
Using a quick-reference, encyclopedic format,
Anesthesia for Genetic, Metabolic, and Dysmorphic Syndromes of
Childhood, 3rd Edition
, presents the anesthetic implications of a plethora of distinct syndromes, with up-to-date
information, complete and current bibliographies, and more than 140 clinical photographs. You’ll find practical information
on common and uncommon manifestations in the major anatomic areas, as well as what you need to know for safe and
effective anesthesia of both children and adults.
• Presents each syndrome in an easy-to-follow format: name, synonym(s), and common and uncommon manifestations in
each organ system, followed by anesthetic considerations, including which syndromes have no anesthetic implications.
• Lists syndromes and synonyms alphabetically, and cross-references synonyms for quick look-up.
• Incorporates an overview of the pathology and relevant clinical findings for each syndrome, and highlights considerations
in perioperative management.
• Features a helpful glossary at the beginning of the book, as well as diagrams that review pertinent biochemical pathways.
ANESTHESIOLOGY, CRITICAL CARE & PAIN MANAGEMENT