The majority of women giving birth in the United States receive an epidural during labor and delivery; many others receive a spinal block. "The Epidural Book" fully explains anesthesia used during labor and vaginal delivery or C-section, with an emphasis on epidurals. Dr. Richard Siegenfeld answers pregnant women's questions, including: Who administers epidurals and spinal blocks and when? How does anesthesia affect both the mother and the baby? Under what circumstances should a woman avoid an epidural? What happens during the recovery period? What problems can arise? Written by an experienced anesthesiologist, "The Epidural Book" is lighthearted and informative. This easy-to-read guide helps an expectant mother prepare for her all-important day.
Format: Hardback
CONTRIBUTORS: Richard Siegenfeld
EAN: 9781421407333
COUNTRY: United States
PAGES: 152
WEIGHT: 318 g
HEIGHT: 216 mm
PUBLISHED BY: Johns Hopkins University Press
DATE PUBLISHED: 2013-01-14
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GENRE: FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Life Stages / Infants & Toddlers, HEALTH & FITNESS / Pregnancy & Childbirth, MEDICAL / Anesthesiology
WIDTH: 140 mm
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Book Themes:
Anaesthetics, Pregnancy, birth and baby care: advice and issues
Richard Siegenfeld, M.D., is an assistant professor of anesthesiology at Hofstra University School of Medicine. He is also an attending anesthesiologist at Long Island Jewish Medical Center.