Gupta and Gelb’s Essentials of Neuroanesthesia and Neurointensive Care 2nd Edition

📘 Gupta and Gelb’s Essentials of Neuroanesthesia and Neurointensive Care (2nd Edition)

Edited by Arun Gupta, Adrian Gelb, Derek Duane, and Ram Adapa

✨ Book Description:

This updated second edition serves as a concise yet comprehensive guide to the care of neurosurgical and neurocritical care patients. Designed for anesthesiologists, intensivists, neurosurgeons, and trainees, the book presents critical information in short, focused chapters that allow for rapid reference and practical application in clinical settings.

Spanning 415 pages and organized into seven major sections comprising 55 chapters, the book covers foundational sciences—including neuroanatomy, physiology, and pharmacology—before moving into clinical practices in neuroanesthesia, neurointensive care protocols, perioperative monitoring, and special considerations such as pregnancy and rehabilitation.

Each chapter includes:

• Key points and abbreviations up front

• Bullet-point formatting for clarity

• Helpful diagrams and tables for visual reinforcement

• Suggested reading lists for deeper exploration

🔑 Key Features:

• Comprehensive Scope: From core scientific principles to specialized clinical techniques, the book offers thorough insight into the field.

• Global Expertise: Written by 79 contributors from various countries, providing international perspectives and best practices.

• Clinician-Friendly Format: Digestible, well-organized chapters with visual tools to aid in understanding and recall.

• Practice-Oriented Focus: Emphasis on real-life scenarios ensures practical, bedside relevance.

✅ Benefits of Reading This Book:

• 🎯 Efficient Learning: Ideal for trainees and busy clinicians needing a concise but authoritative resource.

• 🧠 Better Comprehension: Structured layout and visual aids improve understanding of complex neuroanesthesia topics.

• 📚 Versatile Reference: Excellent for quick clinical lookup, in-depth study, or board exam preparation.

• 🚑 Practical Utility: Supports confident decision-making in high-stakes neuroanesthesia and neurocritical situations.

👨‍⚕️ Recommended For:

• Anesthesiologists and residents

• Critical care physicians and neurointensivists

• Neurosurgeons and neurology specialists

• Medical students and allied healthcare providers involved in perioperative neurocare

Gupta and Gelb’s Essentials continues to be a trusted, modern reference that bridges the gap between foundational science and practical clinical care—essential for anyone involved in the perioperative management of neurosurgical patients.