Fully revised and updated, the second edition of this important book covers the key topics in paediatric anaesthesia in a concise and structured format, providing key management principles for practitioners. Incorporating the latest advances in clinical practice and anaesthesia, it guides readers through the complications and complexities of the field, from the premature infant to the teenager. Covering the common surgical conditions encountered in daily practice alongside a comprehensive discussion of consent and the law, safeguarding children, and the complexity of drug dosing in the paediatric population. Additional topics include trauma, burns, resuscitation, principles of intensive care, and transporting a sick child and information on the paediatric-specific areas of ethics and medicolegal concerns. Established experts in the field share a wealth of practical experience, providing all the essential information required for advanced paediatric anaesthesia training. Essential reading for trainee and practising paediatric anaesthetists and general anaesthetists managing children.

A practical guide to the important topics in paediatric anaesthesia, including the latest advances in clinical practice and anaesthesia.

About the Author
James Ip is a Consultant Anaesthetist and Intensivist working in Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust in London. Grant Stuart is a Consultant Paediatric Anaesthetist working in Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust in London. Isabeau Walker worked as a Consultant Anaesthetist in Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust in London from 1997-2019. Ian James is a Consultant Paediatric Anaesthetist and Intensivist working in Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust in London.


Book Information
ISBN 9781108845304
Author James Ip
Format Hardback
Page Count 531
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press