Awareness During Anaesthesia

Dr. Ghoneim and a team of international leaders in anesthesiology and psychology present the most current and scientifically valid information available to explain the causes and consequences of conscious and unconscious memories during anesthesia. The book explains the facts and clinical outcomes of patients, elaborates on the why and howof learning and memory during anesthesia, and outlines challenges for the work that lies ahead - examining such topics as explicit and implicit learning during anesthesia; monitoring the depth of anesthesia; the BIS, the AER, and the IFT and memory during anesthesia; and the clinical and medicolegal consequences of awareness.First comprehensive source on facts about consciousness while under anesthesia Offers techniques for detection, management, and prevention as well as a detailed analysis of causes Dr. Ghoneim lends his expert voice and has gathered a group of internationally renowned contributors, all acknowledged authorities in their fields