Brain Injury and Protection During Heart Surgery

Discover the critical insights in "Brain Injury and Protection During Heart Surgery" by Mark Hilberman, published by Springer-Verlag New York Inc. in 2011. This essential paperback, comprising 192 pages, delves into the intricate relationship between anesthetic agents and brain metabolic needs. Hilberman, along with Govier and Reves, presents compelling data that highlights the preservation of brain blood flow autoregulation during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) as practiced at the University of Alabama. This book is a must-read for medical professionals and researchers interested in enhancing patient outcomes during heart surgery. Equip yourself with the knowledge to better understand the complexities of brain protection in the surgical arena.