Poonam Malhotra Kapoor – författare

Clinical simulations are practical learning experiences designed to give students exposure to a comprehensive range of clinical scenarios that may be encountered in the workplace.This book is a comprehensive reference guide to clinical simulations in the field of cardiology and critical care.Beginning with an introduction to simulation and its role in medicine, the following sections explain simulations for a variety of scenarios including transthoracic echocardiography, transoesophageal echocardiography, perioperative bleeding in cardiac surgery, hemodynamic monitoring, ECMO and pain medicine, and paediatric simulation.  The book includes nearly 600 clinical photographs, diagrams and tables and also covers recent American Heart Assocation (AHA) guidelines on resuscitation.Key PointsComprehensive guide to clinical simulations in cardiology and critical careCovers variety of scenarios in echocardiography, surgery and monitoringCovers recent AHA guidelines on resuscitationIncludes nearly 600 images and tables

Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a procedure that uses a machine to take over the work of the lungs and sometimes the heart. The system provides heart-lung bypass support using a pump to circulate blood through an artificial lung back into the bloodstream, providing enough oxygen to the patient, whilst allowing time for the lungs and heart to rest or heal during or after serious illness. ECMO is often used for babies, but can also be used for children and adults (Medline Plus). The techniques for ECMO require professionals from multidisciplinary background to be involved in the procedure.This practical manual is a comprehensive guide to ECMO. Divided into eleven sections, the book begins with an introduction to the procedure and equipment. The following sections provide step by step discussion on initiation, maintenance of support and monitoring, and techniques of ECMO for different case scenarios.The final sections present multiple choice questions for self assessment and extensive appendices.Key pointsComprehensive guide to Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)Highly relevant for intensivists, anaesthesiologists, surgeons, paediatricians and cardiologistsIncludes section of multiple choice questions for self assessmentMore than 186 full colour images and illustrations

A transoesophageal echocardiography (TEE) test is an alternative way to perform an echocardiogram. An ultrasound transducer, positioned on an endoscope, is guided down the patient's throat into the oesophagus. The test provides a close look at the heart's valves and chambers, without interference from the ribs or lungs. TEE is often used when the results from standard echo tests are not sufficient, or when your doctor wants a closer look at the heart (Cleveland Clinic).This book is a comprehensive guide to TEE of the tricuspid and pulmonary valves, both on the right side of the heart. Divided into three sections, TEE of both valves is discussed in detail, as well as various associated cardiac surgeries. The final section comprises multiple choice questions for revision.This highly illustrated guide includes numerous clinical photographs and diagrams, as well as a DVD ROM demonstrating more than 90 procedural videos to enhance learning.Key pointsComprehensive guide to transoesophageal echocardiography (TEE) of the tricuspid and pulmonary valvesComplete section of multiple choice questionsNumerous full colour photographs, diagrams and tablesIncludes DVD ROM demonstrating TEE procedures

A transoesophageal echocardiography (TEE) test is an alternative way to perform an echocardiogram. An ultrasound transducer, positioned on an endoscope, is guided down the patient's throat into the oesophagus. The test provides a close look at the heart's valves and chambers, without interference from the ribs or lungs. TEE is often used when the results from standard echo tests are not sufficient, or when your doctor wants a closer look at the heart (Cleveland Clinic).This book is a practical guide to the use of TEE in the diagnosis of congenital heart disease (CHD). Beginning with an introduction to TEE for CHD, the following chapters describe procedures to be used for different cardiac conditions. 3D TEE allowing multi-dimensional perspectives is also covered.This highly illustrated guide helps clinicians perform better TEE examination and understand structural defects and the relationships between intra-cardiac structures.A DVD demonstrating the latest techniques in TEE is included.  Key pointsPractical guide to transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) of congenital heart diseaseCovers 3D TEEHighly illustrated with more than 400 images and tablesIncludes DVD demonstrating latest techniques