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Understand the anesthetic management challenges of the obstetric patient with this complete primer and reviewObstetric Anesthesia is a clear, concise, and practical manual covering the basics of obstetric anesthesiology and the principles of basic management at the point of care. This essential introductory text covers the fundamental topics in an efficient and highly clinical manner. Numerous tables, bulleted lists, and text boxes highlight key issues such as common co-existing diseases and conditions that may affect anesthetic management.

Obstetric Anesthesia features thirty chapters grouped into six logical sections:

Pregnancy
Providing Anesthesia
Anesthetic Complications
Obstetric Complications
Common Co-Morbidities During Pregnancy
Trauma During Pregnancy

Enriched by contributions from practicing obstetrical anesthesiologists and renowned instructors, Obstetric Anesthesia includes the most up-to-date practice guidelines. It is a valuable clinical refresher and an outstanding board review.

Contents:

1) Maternal Physiology during Pregnancy
2) Local Anesthetic Pharmacology
3) Perinatal Pharmacology
4) Drug Interactions
5) Uteroplacental Blood Flow
6) Fetal Monitoring
7) Anesthesia for Relief of Labor Pain
8) Anesthesia for Cesarian Section
9) Neonatal Resuscitation
10) High-risk Pregnancy
11) Anesthesia for non-Obstetric Surgery during Pregnancy
12) Postpartum Issues