Hadzic's Peripheral Nerve Blocks and Anatomy for Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia (New York School of Regional Anesthesia), 2E

by Admir Hadzic (Author)

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ISBN-13: 978-0071549615 | ISBN-10: 0071549617 | Edition: 2nd | December 28, 2011

Hadzic’s Peripheral Nerve Blocks takes you step-by-step through traditional and ultrasound-guided nerve block techniques.

The second edition places an emphasis on clarity, standardization, and safety of peripheral nerve block techniques. Featuring sections that progress from the foundations of regional anesthesia to the clinical applications of nerve blocks, Hadzic’s includes tips and insider perspective from the leadership of The New York School of Regional Anesthesia and its academic affiliates. The book also includes a unique atlas of ultrasound anatomy for regional anesthesia and pain medicine.

FEATURES:

A real-world emphasis on clinical utility serves as the underpinning of chapter content and drives the book’s in-depth explanations of techniques and procedures
Outstanding organization begins with the foundations of peripheral nerve blocks (e.g., regional anesthesia, equipment, and monitoring and documentation) and then reviews clinical applications for both traditional procedures and ultrasound-guided procedures
NEW! Substantially expanded number of nerve block techniques, including both basic and advanced blocks
NEW! Anatomy and practical considerations for ultrasound-guided spinal, epidural and paravertebral blocks
NEW! Atlas of surface anatomy, to better identify the surface landmarks
NEW! Atlas of ultrasound-guided anatomy, designed to provide critical contextual detail for the preceding technique-related content
NEW! Step-by-step standardized monitoring and documentation of the block procedures
NEW! Decision-making algorithm integrating techniques and technology to improve the success and safety of nerve block procedures
NEW! Section on imaging of the neuraxial space
NEW! DVD with detailed instructions on 5 ultrasound-guided nerve blocks that cover 95% of all indications in clinical practice
NEW! Learning aids such as tips, tables, flowcharts, precise illustrations/photos, and a comprehensive literature list