Author(s): Peter Kam; Ian Power

Medicine

The Fourth edition of Principles of Physiology for the Anaesthetist provides examination candidates with a 'tailor-made' alternative to more general physiology textbooks, delivering information designed and written specifically with the trainee anaesthetist in mind. The book covers the physiology of all major organ systems, with specific emphasis on the respiratory, cardiovascular, renal and nervous systems. In addition special sections on the physiology of pain, the physiology of ageing and the physiological effects of specific environments-all highly relevant to anaesthetic practice-are included. Design features such as simple, clear diagrams and easy-to-read equations and tables complement the text and aid understanding of difficult concepts. Includes new material on applied physiology topics, such as the physiological basis of cardiopulmonary exercise tests, physiological effects of obesity, pneumoperitoneum and intermittent positive pressure ventilation, New bite-sized chapters make the FRCA and related examinations preparation easy, Provides in-depth focused information in a succinct and accessible format, The authors integrate their teaching experience in physiology to improve the understanding of the fundamentals of human physiology in relation to the work of anaesthetists, critical care medicine and emergency medicine physicians. This book will remain an invaluable reference throughout anaesthetic training and beyond, as well as being a useful revision aid. Book jacket.