This book presents a comprehensive survey in which internationally recognized experts discuss specific topics. Physiological and biophysical foundations of hemodynamics are reviewed and clinical tools to evaluate these newer parameters are described. Monitoring strategies integrating theoretical and practical aspects of hemodynamics in commonly encountered ICU conditions are presented. This Update represents the series' continuous effort to combine the most recent developments in one reference source for all those involved in cardiology, internal medicine, pediatrics, anesthesia, intensive care and emergency medicine.

- Hemodynamic Monitoring: A Cost/Benefit Analysis

Biophysical Basis of Hemodynamic Measurements
Physiological Determinants of Hemodynamic Parameters
Determining Factors of Tissue O2 Uptake
The Evaluation of Right Ventricular Function in Man
Validity and Clinical Applications of Fast Response Thermistor for RVEF Monitoring
Fiberoptic $$text{S}bar{text{v}}text{O}_2$$ Monitoring as Indicator of Changes in Whole Body Oxygen Supply/Demand Relationship
Continuous $$text{S}bar{text{v}}text{O}_2$$ Monitoring Using Fiberoptic Swan-Ganz Catheters in the Mechanically-Ventilated Patient
Cardiac Output Measurement in the Critically Ill: Invasive Versus Noninvasive Techniques
Computer Assistance for Hemodynamic Evaluation
Hemodynamic Monitoring in Cardiac Surgery
Hemodynamic Monitoring in Noncardiac Surgery
Hemodynamic Monitoring in Acute Respiratory Failure
Hemodynamic Monitoring in Myocardial Infarction
Hemodynamic Monitoring in Septic Shock
Hemodynamic Monitoring in Trauma.