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Inside the Fourth Edition of the Manual of Cardiovascular Medicine, youll find practical and effective approaches to common clinical syndromes-including clear guidance on administration of commonly prescribed medications and descriptions of proven therapeutic procedures. This best selling manual&rsquos concise outline format and colorful design make essential facts easy to find. An ideal reference for the resident, fellow, practicing cardiologist, or nurse-practitioner treating patients with cardiovascular disease. Salient Features Authoritative perspectives let you benefit from the experienced staff and fellows at the Cleveland Clinic Concise overview of cardiology helps build a firm grasp of fundamental cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, and pathology Comprehensive section on cardiovascular procedures includes expert tips for improving performance and outcomes Evidence-based approach to diagnosis and management explains the &lsquohow&rsquo and &lsquowhy&rsquo behind critical decisions Suggested reading at the end of each chapter provides guideposts for further investigation NEW to the 4th Edition: Examples added of key electrocardiographic tracings for quick reference New chapters cover diabetes and cardiovascular disease, pulmonary hypertension, systemic disease and the heart, management of TAVR patients, and troubleshooting LVADs Updated content reflects the latest advances in cardiovascular medicine-including percutaneous aortic valve replacement and left ventricular assist device management Quick-reference list of common formulae helps you find vital information in seconds Table of Contents PART I: GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS Physiology and Metabolism of the Brain and Spinal Cord Effects of Anesthesia on Cerebral and Spinal Cord Physiology Rosemary Neurophysiologic Monitoring Improving Neurologic Recovery from Cerebral Ischemia The Management of Pain in the Neurosurgical Patient Anesthesia and Neurosurgery: A Communication Paradigm PART II: ANESTHETIC MANAGEMENT Anesthetic Management of Head Trauma Anesthesia for Supratentorial Tumors Anesthesia for Posterior Fossa Surgery Anesthetic Management of Cerebral Aneurysms and Arteriovenous Malformations Ischemic Cerebrovascular Disease Neuroendocrine Procedures Epilepsy, Epilepsy Surgery, Awake Craniotomy for Tumor Surgery, and Intra-operative Magnetic Resonance Imaging Spinal Cord: Injury and Procedures Pediatric Neuroanesthesia Neurosurgery in the Pregnant Patient Anesthetic Management of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Interventional Neuroradiologic Procedures Anesthetic Management of Diagnostic Neuroradiology Parkinson&rsquos Disease and Deep Brain Stimulator Insertion Intra-operative Imaging Modalities: Magnetic Resonance, Positron Emission Tomography, Gamma Knife, and Stereotactic Surgery PART III: POSTANESTHESIA CARE UNIT AND INTENSIVE CARE Complications in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Respiratory Care of the Neurosurgical Patient Cardiovascular Therapy Fluid and Electrolyte Management Nutritional Support in the Critically Ill Patient Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke, and Brain Death PART IV: APPENDICES Information Technology: Accessing and Exchanging Information ASA Practice Guidelines: Prevention of Post-operative Visual Loss and Prevention of Post-operative Neuropathies