Intraoperative Echocardiography: A Comprehensive Guide

Master the art of intraoperative echocardiography with this definitive guide, part of the esteemed Practical Echocardiography Series edited by Dr. Catherine M. Otto. Written by renowned expert Dr. Donald C. Oxorn, this volume provides step-by-step instruction on this complex technique for adult and pediatric patients.

Practical, Visual Approach

This highly visual, case-based guide facilitates understanding and mastery of intraoperative echocardiography. With detailed figures, tables, and procedural videos, you’ll gain the confidence to overcome unique challenges and risks associated with this technique.

Master Advanced Techniques

Delve into the intricacies of epiaortic echocardiography, 3-D echocardiography, and more through a practical, step-by-step format. Learn image acquisition and analysis, technical details, pitfalls, and case examples to become proficient in echocardiographic evaluation of complex valvular heart disease, congenital heart disease, and intravascular devices.

Quick Reference and Visual Learning

The convenient, templated chapters and abundance of figures and tables enable quick reference and facilitate visual learning. Access the complete text, illustrations, video clips, and additional cases online at ExpertConsult.

Expert Endorsement

“The information is presented as a concise, bulleted text accompanied by numerous illustrations, tables, and flow charts… I would highly recommend it not only to cardiac surgeons and cardiac anesthetists, but also to echocardiographers. This is a wonderful overview of the vast pathology and diagnostic and therapeutic dilemmas encountered in the management of the adult cardiac surgical patient.” – Perfusion, 2012

About the Book

This comprehensive guide is part of the Practical Echocardiography Series and comprises 328 pages. Published by Saunders in December 2011, the book is available in hardcover and e-book formats.

ISBN: 1437726984 (Hardcover), 978-1437726985 (Hardcover), 9781455728435 (eText)

Enhance your skills in intraoperative echocardiography with this authoritative guide, perfect for cardiac surgeons, cardiac anesthetists, echocardiographers, and all medical professionals involved in cardiac care.