Published in 1997 as the first single-authored book on critical care neurology, The Practice of Emergency and Critical Care Neurology serves as an essential guide for managing the complete spectrum of critically ill neurologic patients. This authoritative textbook offers a comprehensive approach, following patients from their arrival in the emergency department, and demonstrating how specialists in the neurosciences take full responsibility for patient care.
Unlike conventional textbooks, this book is edited succinctly for relevance and focuses on the dynamic time course of clinical complexities as they emerge and change, rather than just theoretical aspects. A significant emphasis is placed on the management of unstable and deteriorating patients, addressing the unique and complex challenges they present. Special care is given to describing the considerations behind the rapid decisions that define the work environment of the neurointensivist.
In its new third edition, all chapters have been thoroughly revised with enriched content and, in some instances, the introduction of new concepts and ideas. Key features of this latest edition include:
- Additional chapters on the basics of neuroimaging and its interpretation, basic pharmacology issues in the intensive care setting (including drug interactions and side effects), intoxications, principles of critical care ultrasound and its relevance in the NeuroICU, and principles of neuro palliative care including neuroethics.
- Rich illustrations utilizing color photos of patients and drawings to elucidate important basic concepts of mechanisms in diseases of neurocritical care.
- A fully updated and comprehensive reference list for further study and research.
- A narrated instruction video of the coma FOUR score for practical, real-world application.
This book is a must-read for medical professionals in the fields of emergency
Authors:
Eelco F. M. Wijdicks (Author)
Edition:
Third
Publication Date:
19 Dec. 2024
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