Order of Elements in the Vancouver Style Citation: Example Citation: If there are three authors: Smith AB, Brown EF, Patel JK. Monitoring advancements in pediatric anesthesia: A comprehensive review. Pediatr Anesth. 2023;33(5):555-67. If there are more than six authors: Smith AB, Brown EF, Patel JK, Williams LM, Davis OP, Chen Y, et al. Monitoring advancements … Read more
Abstract Ventilation/perfusion (V/Q) mismatch during surgery is a critical factor influencing patient outcomes, particularly in high-risk procedures. Advanced technologies such as automatic lung parameter estimation (ALPE), lung ultrasound (LUS), electrical impedance tomography (EIT), CO₂ monitoring, and machine learning have significantly improved our ability to monitor and manage V/Q mismatch in real-time. This article reviews multiple … Read more
Introduction Atelectasis, or the collapse of lung tissue, is a common and potentially serious complication associated with anesthesia and mechanical ventilation. It can result from various factors including airway management strategies and ventilatory settings. Traditionally, endotracheal tubes (ETTs) have been the gold standard for airway management during surgery, but recent studies suggest that supraglottic airways … Read more
This study was a prospective randomized double blinded study conducted on 108 patients at Lakeshore Hospital & Research Centre, Maradu, Kochi on patients of ages 18 to 65years who underwent elective laproscopic surgeries under general anaesthesia. All patients belonged to ASA 1 or 2 grades. Patients who gave informed and written consent were randomly divided … Read more
With immense improvement in endoscopic and laser technology in the recent years, minimally invasive surgery like Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery (RIRS) is becoming more popular in the treatment of renal calculi. To date the surgery has been largely performed under GA with very limited number of studies on regional anaesthesia for RIRS. The aim of the … Read more
This study aimed to quantify changes in acid-base balance, different electrolytes (sodium, potassium, chloride & bicarbonate) following administration of different combinations of intravenous fluids during renal transplantation and to study their effect on early graft function postoperatively. In this double blind study, patients were randomized into two groups( n1=35,n2=39) to receive either combination of normal … Read more
Airway management is a fundamental aspect of anesthesia practice and emergency and critical care medicine. Endotracheal intubation has a potential to induce highly noxious stimuli to the patient and therefore constitutes a period of extreme hemodynamic stress. Dexmedetomidine has gained popularity in providing stable hemodynamics during laryngoscopy, with significant post-operative analgesia and sedation in patients … Read more
Background: Preoperative fasting has been a routine practice in many hospitals to prevent aspiration of gastric contents during surgery. However, recent evidence suggests that oral intake of clear liquids, including commercial carbohydrate preparations, up to two hours before surgery is safe and does not affect gastric content or acidity. These carbohydrate solutions have shorter gastric … Read more
Introduction:Laryngoscopy and endotracheal intubation (LETI) during general anesthesia can elicit significant haemodynamic responses, potentially posing risks to patients with cardiovascular or cerebrovascular conditions. Ensuring adequate depth of anesthesia during these procedures is crucial for maintaining haemodynamic stability. Additionally, commonly used induction agents like Propofol may cause haemodynamic instability. This study aims to assess the effect … Read more
Introduction:Spinal hypotension is a common and concerning side effect of spinal anesthesia during cesarean sections, affecting both the mother and the fetus. Accurate prediction of spinal hypotension is crucial for proactive management and improved patient outcomes. The occurrence of hypotension is influenced by preoperative sympathetic tone, which, in turn, is dependent on baseline heart rate … Read more
