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Practice of Neuroanesthesia in Resource Limited Countries

  • 1st Edition - July 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Hemanshu Prabhakar, Indu Kapoor, Charu Mahajan
  • Language: English

Practice of Neuroanesthesia in Resource Limited Countries reviews the critical challenges and innovative solutions in delivering neuroanesthesia care within low- and middle… Read more

Description

Practice of Neuroanesthesia in Resource Limited Countries reviews the critical challenges and innovative solutions in delivering neuroanesthesia care within low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). As these regions grapple with a high prevalence of neurological disorders and limited resources, this book delves into the core principles of neuroanesthesia, emphasizing safety, efficacy, and essential monitoring techniques. It addresses the availability of equipment and medications, offering practical alternatives tailored to resource constraints. Special considerations for pediatric populations, trauma management in emergencies, and regional anesthesia techniques are thoroughly examined. This book also emphasizes the importance of postoperative care and neurocritical support, highlighting strategies for effective recovery in resource-limited settings. Furthermore, it advocates for building local capacity through training, education, and collaborative efforts, underscoring the role of simulation and remote learning. With contributions from authors across various LMICs, this comprehensive resource aims to enhance the practice of neuroanesthesia and improve patient outcomes in regions where healthcare systems face significant challenges.

Key features

  • Explores innovative solutions for neuroanesthesia in resource-limited settings
  • Addresses the challenges faced by healthcare professionals in LMICs
  • Highlights strategies for effective postoperative and neurocritical care
  • Leverages simulation and remote learning for enhanced training

Readership

Practicing neuroanesthesiologists, fellows, trainees and students

Table of contents

Part I: Introduction to Neuroanesthesia in LMICs

1. Understanding the Challenges in LMICs: The Role of Neuroanesthesia

2. Epidemiology of Neurological Diseases in LMICs

Part II: Core Principles of Neuroanesthesia

4. Basic Neuroanesthesia Principles: A Focus on Safety and Efficacy

5. Assessment and Monitoring in Neuroanesthesia

Part III: Equipment, Drugs, and Techniques

7. Essential Equipment for Neuroanesthesia

8. Medications in Neuroanesthesia: Availability and Alternatives

Part IV: Special Considerations

10. Anesthesia for Common Neurological Procedures

11. Neuroanesthesia in Pediatric Populations in LMICs

12. Managing Trauma and Neuroanesthesia in Emergency Settings

13. Regional Anesthesia and Pain Management in LMICs

Part V: Postoperative Care and Neurocritical Care in LMICs

14. Postoperative Neuroanesthesia Care in Resource-Limited Settings

15. Ventilation and Respiratory Support in Neuroanesthesia

Part VI: Training, Education, and Capacity Building

16. Building Neuroanesthesia Capacity in LMICs

17. Role of Simulation and Remote Learning in LMICs

Part VII: Global Collaboration, Advocacy, and Future Directions

18. Advocacy and Global Initiatives for Neuroanesthesia in LMICs

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: July 1, 2026
  • Language: English

About the editors

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Hemanshu Prabhakar

Dr. Hemanshu Prabhakar is a Professor at the Department of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India. He is a recipient of the AIIMS Excellence Award 2012 for his notable contribution to academia. He has a special interest in the evidence-based practice of neuroanesthesia and ERAS. Dr. Prabhakar is a Member of various national and international neuroanesthesia societies and is the Past Secretary of the Indian Society of Neuroanesthesia and Critical Care (ISNACC) and the Society of Neurocritical Care (SNCC). He is also the Immediate Past President of the SNCC. To date, he has published more than 25 books on neuroanesthesia and neurocritical care. He is featured in the Limca Book of Records as a prolific Writer in the field of neuroanesthesiology. He actively collaborates on research activities among the low-income and middle-income countries.

Affiliations and expertise
Department of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care, Neurosciences Center, AIIMS, New Delhi, India

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Indu Kapoor

Dr. Indu Kapoor is an Additional Professor in the Department of Neuroanesthesiology and Neurocritical Care at AIIMS, New Delhi, India. She received her training in Neuroanesthesiology and Neurocritical care at the same institute. Recently, she completed a PhD in Neuroanaesthesiology and Neurocritical care from AIIMS New Delhi India. She is the recipient of the Dr. T N JHA Memorial Award in 2009 for the best paper presentation, which was awarded by the Indian Society of Anesthesiologists (ISA) in Chennai, India. She has also received the SMT Chandra and SH Narayan Wadhwani Memorial Award for Best Outgoing Postgraduate in anesthesia at the University College of Medical Sciences, Delhi, in 2010. She was also the past Treasurer of the Society of Neurocritical Care (SNCC), first registered neurocritical care society in India. Dr. Kapoor has a special interest in evidence-based practice in neuroanesthesia. Additionally, she is a member of various national societies and has been an invited faculty member at various national conferences. Dr. Kapoor has written numerous chapters for various books published by national and international publishers. She has edited a number of books related to neuroanaesthesia and neurocritical care with renowned international publishers.

Affiliations and expertise
Department of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care, Neurosciences Center, AIIMS, New Delhi, India

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Charu Mahajan

Dr. Charu Mahajan is an Additional Professor in the Department of Neuroanaesthesiology and Neurocritical Care at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India. Renowned for her expertise in neuroanesthesia and neurocritical care, Dr. Mahajan has made significant contributions to clinical practice, research, and education in her field. She has received several prestigious awards, including the Best paper award, honorary fellowship in Neurocritical Care and presidential citation recognizing her outstanding contributions to neurocritical Care. Dr. Mahajan is a member of the editorial board of Journal of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care and reviewer of several medical journals. Dr. Mahajan's research interests focus on aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage, multimodal neuromonitoring, traumatic brain injury management, and neuroprognostication.
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care, Neurosciences Center, AIIMS, New Delhi, India