Original PDF Ebook – Neurotrauma and Critical Care of the Spine2nd Edition -9781626233423

Original PDF Ebook – Neurotrauma and Critical Care of the Spine2nd Edition -9781626233423

Neurotrauma and Critical Care of the Spine, 2nd edition, by a distinguished critical care neurosurgeon, Jack Jallo, and a renowned spine surgeon, Alexander Vaccaro, incorporates salient components of the highly praised first edition. The updated text reflects cutting-edge discussion on spine injury management in a neurocritical care setting. Contributions from top experts in neurosurgery, orthopaedic surgery, neurology, critical care, cardiac and pulmonary care, and trauma surgery infuse this book with a well-rounded perspective._x000D_
From the pre-hospital to intensive care setting, this unique reference provides a comprehensive, yet concise approach to the treatment of acute spinal cord injury and management of patients with chronic SCI. Chapters new to this edition include neurological assessment of spinal injury, clearing the cervical spine, management of concurrent TBI and spinal injury, blood pressure and oxygen management, temperature management, fluids and osmotherapy, pharmacology, autonomic dysreflexia, infection after SCI, and emerging therapies._x000D_
Key Highlights,_x000D_
Evaluation and management of SCI in the athlete including different injury syndromes and the latest recommendations for “return to play” in less severe cases_x000D_
Management of pediatric spinal injuries in the NICU with illustrative cases_x000D_
Specialized topics include a comprehensive review of SCI pharmacology, recent medical advances, socioeconomic and quality-of-life considerations_x000D_
Nearly 100 high quality illustrations facilitate understanding of complex anatomy and techniques_x000D_
Summary tables provide a handy overview of injury type, causes, characteristics, and recommended imaging modalities_x000D_
The definitive guide on the management of cervical, cervicothoracic, and thoracolumbar injuries, this is essential reading for neurosurgeons, orthopaedic surgeons, trauma and emergency specialists, and residents in these specialties. Paired with Neurotrauma and Critical Care of the Brain, 2nd edition, this dynamic duo is the most up-to-date neurocritical care reference available today.