Medical Care of the Cardiac Surgical Patient

A practical, concise clinical reference on the multiple considerations relating to the cardiac surgical candidate, this book focuses on the various factors involved when a patient undergoes cardiac surgery. Firstly, it considers whether cardiac surgery is appropriate and would benefit the patient. It then discusses the other serious medical problems that many potential candidates for cardiac surgical procedures have (which not only require attention but affect the surgical risk), and in consultation with the major subspecialists involved, analyzes how to optimize the medical condition and minimize the risks. This book aims to guide the referring physicians in recommending candidates for cardiac surgery, as well as the cardiac surgeons and other specialists involved with the procedure.