Multiple Organ Dysfunction And Failure - Pathophysiology And Clinical Implications

The revision of this text provides up-to-date information on the science of multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS). This edition brings not only new science but new nomenclature based on the recommendations of the American College of Chest Physicians and the Society of Critical Care Medicine Consensus Conference. The text gives the experienced critical care practitioner the pathophysiologic background and understanding of MODS necessary to develop an effective plan of care and anticipate events associated with this yndrome. The focus is on integration of clinical assessment with pathophysiological knowledge so the decision-making process is based on a scientific and research foundation.