Decision Making in Perioperative Medicine: Clinical Pearls, 2nd Edition

This concise, high-yield clinical reference is an essential guide for physicians and their clinical teams, focusing on the critical decision-making process involved in assessing patient risk prior to surgery. This updated edition highlights the importance of perioperative risk assessment and management of medical comorbidities for those undergoing surgical procedures.

Key Features of the Second Edition

• NEW chapters on cardiac biomarkers, postoperative nausea and vomiting, and postoperative urinary retention enhance the breadth of content.
• Reflects the most current guidelines from the European Society of Cardiology and the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association.
• Highlights the most impactful references in each topical area for quick learning.
• Includes comprehensive tables that convey vast amounts of information for quick access.
• Provides evidence-based information that can be immediately applied in clinical practice.
• Key takeaways on preoperative evaluation, testing, anesthesia, and medication management.

Authors:
Steven L. Cohn (Author)
Edition:
2nd
Publication Date:
April 9, 2025
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