Today’s leading authorities present the succinct, yet thorough guidance you need to successfully avoid or manage complications stemming from pre-existing medical conditions. Organized by disease, the new edition of this popular guide has been completely revised and updated to reflect the latest information on definition, current pathophysiology, significant pre-, intra-, and postoperative factors of the disease process, anesthetic judgment, and management. A new, more user-friendly design and organization—and completely redrawn illustrations—make reference easier than ever. And now, as an Expert Consult title, this reference includes access to the complete contents online, for convenient reference where and when you need it!

本书由当今知名专家编写，简明而全面地指导读者如何避免或控制既有疾病带来的并发症。本书新版经过全面修订和更新，按疾病顺序排列，讲解各疾病的定义、病理生理学、术前、术中和术后的重要因素、麻醉判断和管理的最新信息。更易于使用的新设计、新结构和全面重绘的图解使读者查阅空前方便。现在作为Expert Consult书目之一，本书可全文在线阅读，无论何时何地都能便捷地浏览，满足读者需求！

"An excellent reference for those who need a comprehensive review of the current practice of internal medicine as it relates to anesthesia...A wellspring of information...worthwhile and useful.” —Anesthesia and Analgesia

* Offers comprehensive guidance from respected authorities to help you effectively manage the complete spectrum of comorbidities before, during, and after surgery. * Provides case examples that explain how to overcome a wide range of challenges. * Presents detailed discussions of common diseases, while coverage of more rare diseases highlights their unique features that could be of importance in the perioperative period. * Examines specific anesthesia considerations for special patient populations—including pediatric and geriatric patients—to help you avoid complications. * Features abundant tables that provide fast access to the most pertinent aspects of every condition.

* Offers access to a companion web site offering the complete contents of the book—fully searchable—for rapid consultation from anyplace with an Internet connection. * Includes completely redrawn illustrations, enhancing the clarity and visual effect of the material. * Presents the latest anesthesia guidelines for patients with ischemic heart disease, congestive heart failure, asthma, immune system dysfunction, and more. * Features a new, more user-friendly design and organization to expedite quick access to the answers you need.