The peerless authority you trust...the portability you need! This practical handbook distils all of the most critical, clinically relevant topics from Stoelting's Anesthesia and Co-Existing Disease, 5th Edition in a format suitable for a quick-reference guide you can carry in your coat pocket. The new edition presents the results of the latest clinical trials to help you make the most effective clinical decisions, while new illustrations aid in clarifying complex concepts. You'll have convenient access to dependable guidance on a full range of pre-existing conditions that may impact the pre-operative management of surgical patients.