Giorgio Capogna – författare

Since the classical, seminal textbooks by Bonica, Moore and Bromage, published in the 1950s and 60s, textbooks devoted solely to the epidural technique have become quite rare. Among more recent books, there are many excellent texts on epidural anesthesia or analgesia in obstetrics, but none are fully dedicated to the epidural technique, which is usually described in a few paragraphs or, at most, in a chapter.

The book is intended for healthcare simulation debriefers and instructors, for hospitals’ managers, university teachers and to all the physicians who are increasingly showing interest in active teaching processes with simulation.

This book highlights the distinction between "how to teach" and "how to practice," emphasizing the importance of effective teaching skills in conveying information and skills to others. The authors'' extensive experience and research make this book a comprehensive and authoritative guide to effective teaching methods for the challenging task of teaching the epidural technique.

Traditionally, teaching this technique has relied on observation and hands-on experience with a tutor. However, the book proposes the use of simulators and other new tools to aid learning and explores methods of assessing learning outcomes. Additionally, the volume editor draws on his 30 years of experience as a clinical teacher and current scientific studies to develop a comprehensive understanding of effective teaching methods.

The book also discusses promising new tools, such as virtual reality, metaverse, and eye-tracking-based teaching, which have the potential to revolutionize the way medical professionals learn and practice clinical skills. By exploring these emerging technologies, the book offers a forward-looking perspective on the future of medical education.

Overall, this book is a valuable resource for those interested in teaching the epidural technique and for medical educators more broadly. Its consideration of new technologies makes it forward-looking and provides insights into the future of medical education.

This book examines every aspect of anesthesia in patients undergoing cesarean section. Anesthetic and surgical techniques are clearly described, with detailed guidance on indications and contraindications and identification of potential complications. Practical information is provided on postoperative analgesia, postoperative course and nursing, the significance of cesarean section for breastfeeding, and the occurrence of long-term problems and chronic pain after cesarean section. Other topics to be addressed include the history and epidemiology of cesarean delivery, effects on the fetus and neonate, ethical issues, the humanization of childbirth, and maternal expectations and satisfaction. While many books are available on obstetric anesthesia, none is exclusively devoted to cesarean section although it is one of the most frequently performed surgeries. Anesthesia for Cesarean Section will be appreciated by all anesthesiologists and will be a useful source of information forobstetricians, gynecologists, midwives, nurses, medical students, and trainees.