Description

“Kaplan’s Cardiac Anesthesia: The Echo Era, 6th Edition” is a renowned and comprehensive resource that is essential for anesthesiologists, cardiac surgeons, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals involved in the field of cardiac anesthesia. This edition is particularly focused on the integration of echocardiography (echo) into the practice of cardiac anesthesia. Here’s an overview of what this edition typically covers:

1. Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology:
   • A foundational understanding of cardiac anatomy and physiology is crucial for cardiac anesthesia providers. This includes knowledge of the heart’s chambers, valves, and circulatory system.
2. Echocardiography in Cardiac Anesthesia:
   • In-depth coverage of echocardiography techniques, including two-dimensional (2D), three-dimensional (3D), and transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), and their applications in assessing cardiac function and pathology.
3. Preoperative Evaluation:
   • Comprehensive preoperative assessment of cardiac surgery patients, including the evaluation of cardiac function, valvular disease, and other relevant conditions using echocardiography.
4. Anesthesia Techniques:
   • Guidance on anesthesia techniques specific to cardiac surgery, emphasizing hemodynamic management, vasopressor and inotropic use, and the administration of anesthetic agents.
5. Intraoperative Monitoring:
   • Discussion of intraoperative monitoring, including the use of TEE to assess cardiac function, guide surgical decisions, and detect intraoperative complications.