Fast-Track in Cardiac Anesthesia. Cardiac Surgery in the Era of ERAS

This book, focused on fast-track approaches in cardiac surgery, covers ERAS cardiac guidelines, explores the application of loco-regional anesthesia in cardiac surgery, and addresses all aspects related to early extubation in this context. The volume includes:

• A comprehensive description of all minimally invasive cardiac procedures, with detailed anesthetic considerations for each.
• An in-depth examination of perioperative pain management, emphasizing opioid-sparing strategies and the use of chest wall blocks as a key component in fast-track protocols.
• A thorough analysis of early extubation, including its impact on length of stay and cost.

Additionally, the book provides insights into future developments by examining Ultra-Fast-Track extubation and awake surgery.

As one of the first books to focus entirely on fast-track and ERAS guidelines for early extubation of cardiac surgery patients, this volume is particularly valuable for anesthesiologists, intensivists, surgeons, and cardiologists.

• Fast-track in cardiac surgery is a new trend borne in 2020 with ERAS CARDIAC society
• Focused on loco regional anesthesia in cardiac surgery
• Analyses all analgesic/anesthetic techniques to optimize hemodynamic condition and pain management after cardiac surgery

CONTENTS

Front Matter

Introduction

Loco-regional Anesthesia in Cardiac Procedures

Minimally Invasive Cardiac Procedures and Fast Track

Early Extubation After Cardiac Procedures

Future Considerations in Cardiac Surgery

Clinical Cases