Hyperthermic and Hypermetabolic Disorders: Exertional Heat-stroke, Malignant Hyperthermia and Related Syndromes [Hardcover]

Philip M. Hopkins (Editor), F. R. Ellis (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 28, 1996

This authoritative and comprehensive new publication looks in depth at a range of medical syndromes characterized by serious and unpredicted internal overheating of the body. As a result of heat stress, exceptional physical exertion, or in response to certain drugs, these episodes may arise suddenly and unexpectedly, with life-threatening consequences. This text's contributions focus on the full range of these syndromes, their metabolic and physiological bases, the important predisposing factors that determine those at risk, and the medical management of these conditions. The volume incorporates a wealth of information from the Leeds Malignant Hyperthermia Investigation Unit--the world's leading center of research and investigation in this area.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The book should be of value to health professionals, especially anesthetists, and those involved in sports medicine, both amateur and professional. Coaches who help train athletes will also benefit, as measures to improve performance may be precipitating factors of lethal hyperthermia." H.M.C. Heick, MD, FRCPC, Annales CRMCC

Book Description

This authoritative and comprehensive new publication looks in depth at a range of medical syndromes characterised by serious and unpredicted internal overheating of the body. These episodes may arise suddenly and unexpectedly in certain individuals, with life-threatening consequences, either as a result of heat stress, exceptional physical exertion or in response to certain common anaesthetics and some drugs, including ecstacy. The chapters focus on the full range of these syndromes, their metabolic and physiological basis, the important pre-disposing factors for the prediction of those at risk, and the medical management of these conditions

Product Details

• Hardcover: 302 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 1 edition (October 28, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521443814
• ISBN-13: 978-0521443814
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,776,054 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)