Unique in the field of cardiac surgery, Khonsari’s Cardiac Surgery: Safeguards and
Pitfalls in Operative Technique
details the most important techniques in a concise, readable, and richly illustrated
format, with a focus on avoiding
and managing surgical pitfalls and complications. From general considerations through the
surgical correction of
acquired and congenital heart conditions, it provides a wealth of practical, hands-on
guidance to help both seasoned
and less-experienced cardiac surgeons achieve optimal outcomes.
Key Features: ◾Apply the very latest know-how with new sections on endovascular
procedures, transcatheter aortic
valve replacement (TAVR), new approaches to Norwood reconstruction and repair of Ebstein
anomaly, and alternative
anatomic repairs of congenitally corrected transposition, as well as thorough updates to
all chapters.
◾Master nuances of surgical technique thanks to a wealth of step-by-step illustrations,
many of them new, others
colorized for greater clarity.
◾Optimize outcomes with special coverage of avoiding and managing technical pitfalls and
complications.
◾Spot important details with the aid of distinctive “Nota Bene” notations.
Now with the print edition, enjoy the bundled interactive eBook edition, offering tablet,
smartphone, or online access
to: ◾Complete content with enhanced navigation
◾A powerful search that pulls results from content in the book, your notes, and even the
web
◾Cross-linked pages, references, and more for easy navigation
◾Highlighting tool for easier reference of key content throughout the text
◾Ability to take and share notes with friends and colleagues
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