Core Topics in Cardiothoracic Critical Care (Second edition.)

Most patients with critical cardiac or thoracic conditions will at some stage pass through the cardiothoracic critical care unit.

Critical care presents more complex clinical data than any other area of medicine.

This new edition focuses on the latest practise in the management of patients in cardiothoracic intensive care.

Each chapter includes key learning points as well as sample multiple choice questions and answers to assist in exam preparation.

This edition also features updated chapters on ECMO, perioperative management of patients undergoing emergency cardiothoracic surgery, and advanced modes of organ support for patients.