Fundamentals of Pediatric Anesthesia is the latest edition of this book, providing anaesthesiologists and paediatricians with the basics of anaesthesia for infants and children.

Divided into 24 chapters, the initial focus is on anaesthetic problems according to different systems and functions of the body. The book begins with respiratory physiology, followed by the cardiovascular system, thermoregulation, renal function, and psychological problems associated with anaesthesia. Further chapters cover paediatric anaesthesia equipment, pharmacology, and preanaesthetic assessment, preparation and premedication. Later chapters cover anaesthesia for specific types of surgery, including ENT, ophthalmic, dental, plastic urological, cardiothoracic and neurosurgery.

This new edition of Fundamentals of Pediatric Anesthesia features 42 illustrations, a brand new chapter on anaesthesia for paediatric trauma, and guidance on selecting the appropriate drugs and dosages for different operations.

Key Points

• New edition of guide to fundamentals of paediatric anaesthesia
• New chapter on anaesthesia for paediatric trauma
• 42 illustrations