Oxford Textbook of Advanced Critical Care Echocardiography Anthony Mclean

This book is a physiological and evidence-based reference guide to the principles and techniques of advanced echocardiography. Both transoesophageal and transthoracic echocardiography are addressed, where appropriate. The foundations of advanced echocardiography are outlined in Part 1, preceding specific assessment methods of critical care echo which are demonstrated and discussed in Part 2. In reality, most critically ill patients do not suffer only one clinical problem, so Part 3 integrates techniques learned in Part 2 to answer both common and unexpected critical care questions. The future use of echocardiography in critical care is explored in Part 4. Important reference values for clinical use can be accessed easily in the appendices. An appendix includes videos, cases, and multiple-choice questions that can be used to reinforce understanding.