Recent Advances in Critical Care - 1 features a collection of in-depth reviews of the latest developments in the field. Written in an accessible format and featuring such topics as trauma coagulopathy, renal replacement therapy and the use of focussed transthoracic echocardiography in haemodynamic assessment, each chapter provides a comprehensive overview and emphasises points of interest. This first volume in the series is an invaluable resource for busy clinicians. Key points 12 chapters summarising important recent advances within the field of critical care. All topics are written in a practical and clinically relevant manner, further enhanced by the 'Key Points for Clinical Practice' section at the end of each chapter All chapters are written by expert authors ensuring authoritative and accurate content Full colour photographs throughout