Neuroprotection in Critical Care and Perioperative Medicine: A Crucial Aspect of Modern Healthcare

As medical advancements continue to improve survival rates for severe life-threatening injuries and complex surgical interventions, the importance of neuroprotection in critical care and perioperative medicine cannot be overstated. Neurologic injury and dysfunction have emerged as primary drivers of long-term outcome and disability, making neuroprotection a vital component of promoting recovery and improving patient outcomes.

The significance of neuroprotection is often underrecognized, despite its potential to revolutionize the way healthcare professionals approach critical care and perioperative medicine. To address this knowledge gap, Neuroprotection in Critical Care and Perioperative Medicine provides a comprehensive review of the current state of the art in clinical care and research.

Critical Care and Neuroprotection: Understanding the Primary Forms of Brain Injury

In the context of critical care, neuroprotection research and intervention have traditionally focused on primary forms of brain injury, including:

• Traumatic brain injury
• Cardiac arrest
• Acute ischemic stroke
• Intracranial hemorrhage
• CNS injuries related to sepsis and acute respiratory distress syndrome
• Mechanical circulatory support
• Premature birth

Perioperative Care and Neuroprotection: Strategies for Reducing Brain Injury

In the context of perioperative care, anesthetic and perioperative strategies play a crucial role in reducing brain injury from major surgical procedures, including:

• Cardiac surgery
• Aortic surgery and endovascular repair
• Carotid endarterectomy
• Vascular and endovascular neurosurgery

This comprehensive guide provides healthcare professionals with the knowledge and insights necessary to prioritize neuroprotection in critical care and perioperative medicine, ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing long-term disability.

Neuroprotection in Critical Care and Perioperative Medicine is a 408-page paperback published by Oxford University Press in 2017. It is an essential resource for healthcare professionals, researchers, and students seeking to understand the complex relationships between neuroprotection, critical care, and perioperative medicine.