Abstract A thorough history and physical examination is needed to establish a cardiac risk assessment. Guideline-driven management of the patient’s cardiac conditions pre- and postoperatively is essential. The first step…
Abstract Complications related to the surgical wound and patient positioning represent important sources of potential morbidity. Wound complications include seroma, hematoma, surgical site infection, and wound dehiscence. Their incidence may…
Abstract Over the past 2 decades, there has been a renewed focus on improving the quality of health care both in the United States and worldwide. The ultimate goal of…
Abstract Metabolic complications are commonly encountered in urologic practice. To facilitate the diagnosis, management, and prevention of such complications, the urologist must maintain a firm understanding of the pathophysiology involved….
Abstract Infectious complications from urologic surgery are major sources of postoperative morbidity. Antimicrobial prophylaxis is the periprocedural systemic administration of an antimicrobial agent intended to reduce the risk of postprocedural…
Abstract This chapter contains a comprehensive elaboration of significant anesthesia complications in genitourinary (GU) surgery, with intensive referencing. Preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative management are covered, with a focus on treatment…
Abstract The nature of urologic surgery mandates that the practicing urologist have a comprehensive understanding of the normal physiology of the hematologic system as well as of potential abnormalities. Early…
Abstract Postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) represent some of the most common, morbid, deadly, and costly surgical complications. This chapter details the latest knowledge regarding risk factors for PPC. As well…
Abstract Understanding the contribution of host factors, including age, nutrition, and immunosuppression, to patient outcomes enables surgeons to more appropriately preoperatively counsel patients and more effectively coordinate ancillary services to…
CHAPTER 8 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTS OF FUNCTION ET function tests can distinguish between normal and abnormal function, but the most physiologic test is the status of the patient’s ears over…
