Beschreibung

This concise and practice-oriented handbook is designed for physicians, anesthesiologists, intensivists, and nursing staff who work with, or wish to familiarize themselves with, high-frequency jet ventilation (HFJV). It bridges evidence-based fundamentals with clear, structured clinical guidance, offering reliable support in everyday medical practice.

Key Features:

Strong practical orientation: The book explains the various fields of application for jet ventilation in a clear and accessible way—from intensive care to operative settings.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): For key surgical indications, the compendium provides step-by-step SOPs, supporting safe, standardized implementation.

Comprehensive mode descriptions: Different ventilation modes are not only described theoretically but also explained in terms of their clinical relevance and practical benefit.

Illustrated guidance: Step-by-step instructions and diagrams make complex concepts understandable and actionable.

Dual purpose: Serves both as a learning resource for trainees and as a reliable reference tool for experienced practitioners.

With its systematic structure, practical examples, and immediately applicable recommendations, this compendium is an essential reference for anyone involved in jet ventilation in operative or critical care settings. It empowers clinical teams to use advanced ventilation techniques safely and effectively.

Authors:

Professor Dr.Peter Kremeier, Department for Respiratory Therapie & Health Care, EIM Valletta Malta

Universitätsdozent Dr. Wolfgang Oczenski, Abteilung für Anästhesie und Intensivmedizin der Klinik Floridsdorf Wien