* A much needed guide to detailed follow up and focused care of patients following a stay on the intensive care unit * Looks at the longer term residual effects of critical illness, including disability, functionality and specific disorders and problems * Includes practical information on running an aftercare programme, including where, when, how and who * Focuses not only on the patient but also on the needs of the relatives * Written for the multidisciplinary hospital and community teams

* A much needed guide to detailed follow up and focused care of patients following a stay on the intensive care unit
* Looks at the longer term residual effects of critical illness, including disability, functionality and specific disorders and problems
* Includes practical information on running an aftercare programme, including where, when, how and who