Day: September 12, 2023

Introduction Patients with a history of bleomycin treatment, an antitumor antibiotic, may present unique challenges when they require anesthesia for elective surgeries. Bleomycin-induced pulmonary toxicity is a well-recognized adverse effect of this drug and can lead to significant respiratory complications. In this article, we will outline an anesthetic plan for a patient with a history … Read more

A “can’t intubate, can’t ventilate” (CICV) situation is a critical and life-threatening scenario that can occur in anesthesia and emergency medicine, especially when complicated by airway hemorrhage. In such situations, immediate and organized actions are essential to secure the patient’s airway and provide adequate ventilation and oxygenation. Common Causes of CICV Following Airway Hemorrhage: Plan … Read more

Transporting a critically ill patient from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to the Operating Room (OR) while on mechanical ventilation is a complex process that requires careful planning and consideration of the patient’s respiratory needs. The decision to use a transport ventilator or the ICU ventilator during transport depends on the patient’s ventilation requirements. Here … Read more