Civetta, Taylor & Kirby's Critical Care (Civetta Taylor and Kirbys Critical Care) 4th Edition

I dont right many reviews, but I really enjoy reading from this textbook. I feel like I learn something new everytime, even if I've read certain topics before. Also, the information is very up to date, with some references from just a few years ago. I have not used the online text version, but am sure will start soon. I like the intro's with historical backgrounds on certain topics also.

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I have used this text since the first edition back in 1988. I have never found a better text on critical care medicine. Granted it is a big book that takes time to study, but it well worth the effort. I have almost 25 years in critical care and this is the text I go to.

Pros: Covers a broad range of topics.Cons: Several chapters are poorly written, and provide few SPECIFIC recommendations. This book sits on my shelf and collects dust.i would highly recommend going to your medical library and reading some of the chapters in this textbook. It does include plenty of theory, but there is little specific information provided. For the price I would hope for theory and practical information.

Civetta is a great comprehensive textbook for critical care. I am a 4th year surgery resident and the addition of the new surgical chapters is wonderful. The online full text is great too. Not a beginner critical care textbook but if you are looking for something advanced for management of critical care patients this is definitely the book. This is THE textbook for real critical care!!