Total Intravenous Anaesthesia

The availability of the intravenous anaesthetic proposal has opened the doors to the widespread use of total intravenous anaesthesia, one of the newest departures in anaesthesia. This is a straightforward, accessible introduction to the basic concepts provides definitions, historical perspectives, basic principles, and an overview of the drugs, their interactions, and the equipment used. Glossary.

Preface.

1 Historical and Scientific Background of Intravenous Anaesthesia.

2 Types of Intravenous Anaesthesia.

3 Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of drugs used in TIVA: Sedative-Hypnotics.

4 Use of Intravenous Anaesthesia Techniques in Special Patient Populations.

5 Intravenous Anaesthesia Delivery and Monitoring Systems.

6 Advantages and Disadvantages of Intravenous Anaesthesia. Organ and Tissue Toxicity.

7 The Future of IV Anaesthesia.

Index.

Ian Smith and Paul White are the authors of Total Intravenous Anaesthesia, published by Wiley. Total intravenous anaesthesia (TIVA) has long been used for specialized surgery, but recent developments in monitoring and delivery and the availability of the intravenous anaesthetic protocol have opened the door to widespread application.

This new addition to the Principles and Practice series is a straightforward introduction to TIVAA, starting with the basic pharmokinetic and dynamic principles and moving on to an overview of the pharmacology of the major intravenous anaesthetic drug groups. The importance of drug interactions are stressed and there is a discussion of the latest technology in delivery and monitoring-such as target controlled infusions and EEG bispectral monitoring systems.

Written by key specialists from the UK and the USA, this practical reference will be an essential introduction for all anaesthetic and intensive care trainees, and will enable anaesthetists to keep up to date on the rapid expansion of TIVA in clinical practice.