Includes bibliographical references and index.

Synopsis of adult cardiac surgical disease -- Diagnostic techniques in cardiac surgery -- General preoperative considerations and preparation of the patient for surgery -- Cardiac anesthesia -- Cardiopulmonary bypass -- Myocardial protection -- Admission to the ICU and monitoring techniques -- Early postoperative care -- Mediastinal bleeding -- Respiratory management -- Cardiovascular management -- Fluid management, renal, metabolic, and endocrine problems -- Post-ICU care and other complications.