Practice of Neuroanesthesia in Resource Limited Countries reviews the critical challenges and innovative solutions in delivering neuroanesthesia care within low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). As these regions grapple with a high prevalence of neurological disorders and limited resources, this book delves into the core principles of neuroanesthesia, emphasizing safety, efficacy, and essential monitoring techniques. It addresses the availability of equipment and medications, offering practical alternatives tailored to resource constraints. Special considerations for pediatric populations, trauma management in emergencies, and regional anesthesia techniques are thoroughly examined. This book also emphasizes the importance of postoperative care and neurocritical support, highlighting strategies for effective recovery in resource-limited settings. Furthermore, it advocates for building local capacity through training, education, and collaborative efforts, underscoring the role of simulation and remote learning. With contributions from authors across various LMICs, this comprehensive resource aims to enhance the practice of neuroanesthesia and improve patient outcomes in regions where healthcare systems face significant challenges.
1. Part I: Introduction to neuroanesthesia in LMICs - p. P1 2. Chapter 1. Understanding the challenges in resource-limited countries: the role of neuroanesthesia - p. 3 3. Chapter 2. Epidemiology of neurological diseases in resource-limited countries - p. 9 4. Part II: Core principles of neuroanesthesia - p. P51 5. Chapter 3. Basic neuroanesthesia principles: a focus on safety and efficacy - p. 53 6. Chapter 4. Assessment and monitoring in neuroanesthesia - p. 67 7. Part III: Equipment, drugs, and techniques - p. P83 8. Chapter 5. Essential equipment for neuroanesthesia in low- and middle-income countries - p. 85 9. Chapter 6. Medications in neuroanesthesia: availability and alternatives - p. 95 10. Part IV: Special considerations - p. P117 11. Chapter 7. Neuroanesthesia for cranial procedures in resource-limited countries - p. 119 12. Chapter 8. Neuroanesthesia for spinal procedures in resource-limited countries - p. 143 13. Chapter 9. Neuroanesthesia for pregnant patients in resource-limited countries - p. 155 14. Chapter 10. Neuroanesthesia for pediatric patients in resource-limited countries - p. 183 15. Chapter 11. Neuroanesthesia for geriatric patients in resource-limited countries - p. 195 16. Chapter 12. Managing trauma and neuroanesthesia in emergency settings - p. 203 17. Chapter 13. Regional anesthesia and pain management in resource-limited countries - p. 225 18. Chapter 14. Neuroanesthesia for interventional neuroradiology - p. 257 19. Part V: Postoperative care and neurocritical care in resource-limited countries - p. P273 20. Chapter 15. Postoperative neuroanesthesia care in resource-limited countries - p. 275 21. Chapter 16. Ventilation and respiratory support in neuroanesthesia - p. 297 22. Part VI: Training, education, and capacity building - p. P307 23. Chapter 17. Building neuroanesthesia capacity in resource-limited countries - p. 309 24. Chapter 18. Role of simulation and remote learning in resource-limited countries - p. 325 25. Part VII: Global collaboration, advocacy, and future directions - p. P341 26. Chapter 19. Advocacy and global initiatives for neuroanesthesia in resource-limited countries - p. 343 27. Chapter 20. Artificial intelligence and machine learning in resource-limited countries - p. 353 28. Index - p. 359
Practice of Neuroanesthesia in Resource Limited Countries reviews the critical challenges and innovative solutions in delivering neuroanesthesia care within low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). As these regions grapple with a high prevalence of neurological disorders and limited resources, this book delves into the core principles of neuroanesthesia, emphasizing safety, efficacy, and essential monitoring techniques. It addresses the availability of equipment and medications, offering practical alternatives tailored to resource constraints. Special considerations for pediatric populations, trauma management in emergencies, and regional anesthesia techniques are thoroughly examined. This book also emphasizes the importance of postoperative care and neurocritical support, highlighting strategies for effective recovery in resource-limited settings. Furthermore, it advocates for building local capacity through training, education, and collaborative efforts, underscoring the role of simulation and remote learning. With contributions from authors across various LMICs, this comprehensive resource aims to enhance the practice of neuroanesthesia and improve patient outcomes in regions where healthcare systems face significant challenges.
1. Part I: Introduction to neuroanesthesia in LMICs - p. P1 2. Chapter 1. Understanding the challenges in resource-limited countries: the role of neuroanesthesia - p. 3 3. Chapter 2. Epidemiology of neurological diseases in resource-limited countries - p. 9 4. Part II: Core principles of neuroanesthesia - p. P51 5. Chapter 3. Basic neuroanesthesia principles: a focus on safety and efficacy - p. 53 6. Chapter 4. Assessment and monitoring in neuroanesthesia - p. 67 7. Part III: Equipment, drugs, and techniques - p. P83 8. Chapter 5. Essential equipment for neuroanesthesia in low- and middle-income countries - p. 85 9. Chapter 6. Medications in neuroanesthesia: availability and alternatives - p. 95 10. Part IV: Special considerations - p. P117 11. Chapter 7. Neuroanesthesia for cranial procedures in resource-limited countries - p. 119 12. Chapter 8. Neuroanesthesia for spinal procedures in resource-limited countries - p. 143 13. Chapter 9. Neuroanesthesia for pregnant patients in resource-limited countries - p. 155 14. Chapter 10. Neuroanesthesia for pediatric patients in resource-limited countries - p. 183 15. Chapter 11. Neuroanesthesia for geriatric patients in resource-limited countries - p. 195 16. Chapter 12. Managing trauma and neuroanesthesia in emergency settings - p. 203 17. Chapter 13. Regional anesthesia and pain management in resource-limited countries - p. 225 18. Chapter 14. Neuroanesthesia for interventional neuroradiology - p. 257 19. Part V: Postoperative care and neurocritical care in resource-limited countries - p. P273 20. Chapter 15. Postoperative neuroanesthesia care in resource-limited countries - p. 275 21. Chapter 16. Ventilation and respiratory support in neuroanesthesia - p. 297 22. Part VI: Training, education, and capacity building - p. P307 23. Chapter 17. Building neuroanesthesia capacity in resource-limited countries - p. 309 24. Chapter 18. Role of simulation and remote learning in resource-limited countries - p. 325 25. Part VII: Global collaboration, advocacy, and future directions - p. P341 26. Chapter 19. Advocacy and global initiatives for neuroanesthesia in resource-limited countries - p. 343 27. Chapter 20. Artificial intelligence and machine learning in resource-limited countries - p. 353 28. Index - p. 359
