Manual of neuroanesthesia : the essentials

Content: Cover
 Half Title Page 
 Title Page 
 Copyright Page 
 Dedication
 Table of Contents
 Foreword
 Preface
 Editors
 Contributors
 Part I: Basic Principles of Neuroanesthesia
 Chapter 1: Anatomical Considerations
 Introduction
 Central Nervous System
 Brain
 Gross Anatomy of the Brain
 Arterial Supply of the Brain
 Venous Drainage of the Brain
 Nerve Supply to the Brain
 Spinal Cord
 Gross Anatomy of the Spinal Cord
 Arterial Supply of the Spinal Cord
 Venous Drainage of the Spinal Cord
 Nerve Supply of the Spinal Cord
 Peripheral Nervous System
 Cranial Nerves
 Spinal Nerves Autonomic Nervous SystemCerebrospinal Fluid
 References
 Chapter 2: Intracranial Pressure
 Introduction
 Pathophysiology of ICP
 Normal ICP
 Uses of ICP Monitoring
 Dynamics of ICP
 ICP Waveforms
 Indications of ICP Monitoring
 Methods of ICP Monitoring
 Noninvasive Techniques
 Imaging Modalities
 Noncontrast CT Scan
 Magnetic Resonance Imaging
 Transcranial Doppler Ultrasonography
 Tympanic Membrane Displacement
 Optic Nerve Sheath Diameter
 Invasive Methods of ICP Monitoring
 Intraventricular Devices
 Advantages
 Disadvantages
 Subarachnoid Devices
 Advantages
 Disadvantages Pneumatic Sensor (Spiegelberg Brain Pressure Monitor)Advantages
 Disadvantages
 Intraparenchymal Devices
 Advantages
 Disadvantages
 Fiber-Optic Catheter Tip Transducers (Camino ICP Monitor)
 Disadvantages
 Implanted Microchip Transducers (Codman Sensors)
 Advantages
 Which System to Use?
 Limitations of ICP Monitoring
 Conclusion
 References
 Chapter 3: Cerebral Perfusion Pressure
 Overview
 Measurement
 Mean Arterial Pressure Measurement
 Intracranial Pressure Measurement
 Central Venous Pressure As a Consideration
 Vascular Considerations
 Physiologic Conditions with CPP Alterations CSF and Hydrocephalus in CPP ManagementDeveloping a Management Strategy Using CPP
 References
 Chapter 4: Brain Protection
 Introduction
 Mechanisms of Neuronal Cell Death
 Strategies for Intraoperative Neuroprotection
 Pharmacological Strategies for Neuroprotection
 Anesthetic Agents
 Volatile Anesthetic Agents
 Barbiturates
 Propofol
 Etomidate
 Ketamine
 Dexmedetomidine (alpha-2 Agonists)
 Remifentanil
 Other Agents
 Hormones
 Erythropoietin
 Magnesium
 Potential Physiological Strategies
 Hypothermia
 Optimization of CPP and MAP
 Alternative Therapeutic and Experimental Strategies PreconditioningRemote Preconditioning
 Neuroreparative Strategies
 Conclusion
 References
 Part II: Examining The Neurosurgical Patient
 Chapter 5: Preanesthetic Evaluation
 Introduction
 Preanesthetic Checkup
 Components of History Taking
 Neurosurgical Pathologies: Presentation
 Details of Comorbid Illnesses
 Physical Examination (Elective Scenario)
 General Examination
 Neurological Examination
 Examination of Pupils
 Airway Examination
 Cardiovascular System Examination
 Respiratory System Examination
 Gastrointestinal, Hepatic, and Renal System Examination
 Endocrine System Examination