Anaesthetic Trivia - Curare
Curare is a compound used for dart poisons by tribes in South America. It is derived from vines such as, Chondrodendron tomentosum and Strychnos toxifera. The first non-depolarising muscle blocking agent, d-Tubocurarine, was identified in 1935 by Harold King. It was found in curare that had been packed in hollow tubes.
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Edition: Fifth Authors: Davey and Ali Diba Description: Popular equipment book. It's own synopsis reads: "This is the single most comprehensive text on anaesthesia and intensive care equipment, and remains the recommended text for Parts II, III and the Finals of the FRCA and FFARCSI exams. This new edition has been completely updated and revised to ensure the close integration of the physical principles and clinical applications of equipment throughout the text. It is the only equipment textbook dealing extensively with UK equipment and practice. This is a complete and highly practical one-stop reference on the latest anesthetic and intensive care equipment."
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... I really like this book, it is gloriously presented in full colour, and pretty much bang up-to-date. It appeals to my "inner geek"; where else will one learn about the "Frasier-Sweatman Keyed Filler" or the "International Standardised Vomit?". As Mario states, there is "too much" for the exam here (Al Sheik does the job), and it is expensive; but it is a great way to satisfy curiosity! All-in-all, highly recommended for "life-time learning", as this is far too useful to be reserved just for revision! |
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