Cellular Responses in Sepsis -- Cellular Dysfunction -- Cardiovascular Dysfunction -- Hemodynamic Monitoring -- Coagulopathies -- Blood Transfusions -- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation -- Acute Lung Injury -- Respiratory Support -- Monitoring in Respiratory Failure -- Weaning from Mechanical Ventilation -- Burn Injury -- Metabolic Support -- Bacteriological Problems -- Fungal Infections -- Hepatosplanchnic Failure -- Renal Failure -- Sleep and Delirium -- Contemporary Issues -- Index.

The Update compiles the most recent developments in experimental and clinical research and practice in one comprehensive reference book. The chapters are written by well recognized experts in the field of intensive care and emergency medicine. It is addressed to everyone involved in internal medicine, anesthesia, surgery, pediatrics, intensive care and emergency medicine.