Thoroughly updated for its Second Edition, this practical, portable handbook provides comprehensive, up-to-date information for all clinicians who need to perform preoperative assessments. The book provides a thorough understanding of the pathophysiology of disease states relevant to anesthesiology and surgery and offers guidelines on history taking, physical examination techniques, recommended diagnostic tests, and preoperative management strategies. A chapter of case studies in preoperative evaluation is included. This edition has a more user-friendly format, with bullet lists and tables to facilitate quick reference.