This comprehensive, state of the art overview of pediatric and adult cardiac anesthesia brings together all the latest developments in this rapidly developing field. This text is intended both as a reference and for daily use by practicing and prospective anesthesiologists.

Thoroughly updated for its third edition, Anesthesia for Cardiac Surgery fills the gap between encyclopaedic references and brief outlines, presenting just the right amount of information to guide trainees and practitioners who care for cardiac surgical patients.

This edition features:

* The introduction of Dr Zvara as co-editor

* A new chapter on Special Considerations

* Practical clinical information coupled with comprehensive descriptions of physiology

* Key facts and tables summarized for convenient access.

This essential resource will prove invaluable for residents, fellows, and practicing anesthesiologists.