Patient-controlled analgesia: a double-blind study in burn patients.

abstract：:The hourly urine volume and urine concentration of seven patients undergoing major abdominal surgery were measured during the operative and postoperative periods. From these, the hourly osmolar output was calculated. The results show that the osmolar output, 700 mOsm/day, in the peri-operative period is less than that...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Zideman DA,Dudley HA,Bevan DR

更新日期：1978-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this bench-top study was to determine the subatmospheric tracheal pressures that could be generated by different sizes of suction catheters when placed into the different sizes of tracheal tubes encountered in adult anaesthetic practice. Five sizes of suction catheter were studied from 8 to 16 Fr and fi...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Vanner R,Bick E

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Oxygen and nitrous oxide pipes were cross-connected during the servicing of an anaesthetic machine. This resulted in the delivery of 100% nitrous oxide instead of 100% oxygen at the end of the operation. The patient fully recovered and was discharged on the 13th day. ...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Bonsu AK,Stead AL

更新日期：1983-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Implementation of a quality improvement bundle for peri-operative management of emergency laparotomy (ELPQuIC) improved mortality in a previous study. We used data from one site that participated in that study to examine whether it was associated with the cost of care. We collected data from 396 patients: 144 before, ...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Eveleigh MO,Howes TE,Peden CJ,Cook TM

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The C-MAC comprises a Macintosh blade connected to a video unit. The familiarity of the Macintosh blade, and the ability to use the C-MAC as a direct or indirect laryngoscope, may be advantageous. We wished to compare the C-MAC with Macintosh, Glidescope and Airtraq laryngoscopes in easy and simulated difficult laryng...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： McElwain J,Malik MA,Harte BH,Flynn NM,Laffey JG

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review summarises the physiological and pharmacological effects of the anabolic steroids used to enhance performance in sports. The anabolic steroids promote muscle growth and protein synthesis. Side-effects of anabolic steroids include cardiomyopathy, atherosclerosis, hypercoagulopathy, hepatic dysfunction, and ...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Kam PC,Yarrow M

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Eighty-four fit, unpremedicated patients who presented for routine surgery and received a standard anaesthetic technique were allocated randomly to three equal groups. Group 1 received tubocurarine 0.05 mg/kg before induction of anaesthesia. Group 2 received soluble aspirin 600 mg orally one hour before surgery, while...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： McLoughlin C,Nesbitt GA,Howe JP

更新日期：1988-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A high frequency oscillator and its interface with the Siemens 900C ventilator form a combined high frequency oscillator and intermittent positive pressure ventilator. This combined high frequency ventilator is designed for use in selected cases of refractory hypoxaemia. ...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Raphael JH,Atkinson I,Bexton MD

更新日期：1995-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A simple modification to an existing adult ventilator has been designed to permit mechanical ventilation of neonates and small children with the Ayre's T-piece circuit. The Nuffield Anaesthesia Ventilator Series 200 has been modified by replacing the piston in the patient valve with a fixed leak. This arrangement avoi...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Newton NI,Hillman KM,Varley JG

更新日期：1981-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case is described of prolonged neuromuscular block in a patient who was given the muscle relaxant vecuronium followed by bolus injections of the antibiotics gentamycin and clindamycin. ...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Jedeikin R,Dolgunski E,Kaplan R,Hoffman S

更新日期：1987-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Debate continues over the dose and methods of administration of oxytocin for the prevention of haemorrhage during caesarean section. We surveyed 206 lead obstetric anaesthetists in the UK to determine standard practice in their unit as well as any differences in practice for high-risk cases. There were 150 responses (...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： West R,West S,Simons R,McGlennan A

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to evaluate postoperative nutrition in women who have undergone Caesarean section, we conducted a national survey. Questionnaires were sent to 100 randomly selected obstetric units in the UK, and were completed and returned by senior midwives. We found that that only 21.5% of units had a departmental policy c...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Worthington LM,Mulcahy AJ,White S,Flynn PJ

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are approximately 8.5 million Jehovah's Witnesses and around 150,000 live in Great Britain and Ireland. Based on their beliefs and core values, Jehovah's Witnesses refuse blood component transfusion (including red cells, plasma and platelets). They regard non-consensual transfusion as a physical violation. Conse...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Klein AA,Bailey CR,Charlton A,Lawson C,Nimmo AF,Payne S,Ruck Keene A,Shortland R,Smith J,Torella F,Wade P

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nerve tissue protein S-100 and neurone-specific enolase levels in serum were studied in 10 patients before, during and for 2 days after elective carotid endarterectomy performed under general anaesthesia and using a Javid Shunt. In six patients, simultaneous cerebrospinal fluid samples were also obtained. Serum nerve ...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Gao F,Harris DN,Sapsed-Byrne S,Standfield NJ

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Oxygen concentrations were measured at 12 points around a cardiopulmonary resuscitation practice mannequin following simulated ventilation with a self-inflating bag, a 'Waters' bag and a ventilator to determine whether increased oxygen concentrations may contribute to the risk of combustion from arcing defibrillator p...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Robertshaw H,McAnulty G

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was designed to compare the tracheal intubating conditions during a rapid sequence induction of anaesthesia using rocuronium 0.6 (n = 61) or 1.0 mg.kg-1 (n = 130) or suxamethonium 1.0 mg.kg-1 (n = 127) as the neuromuscular blocking drugs. Anaesthesia was induced with fentanyl 1-2 micrograms.kg-1 and thiopen...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： McCourt KC,Salmela L,Mirakhur RK,Carroll M,Mäkinen MT,Kansanaho M,Kerr C,Roest GJ,Olkkola KT

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Amniotic fluid embolism is a rare obstetric complication. The exact pathogenesis of this syndrome remains unknown and significant controversy exists whether coagulopathy should always be present. We used thromboelastography to assess the effect of amniotic fluid on coagulation and platelet function in pregnant women. ...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Harnett MJ,Hepner DL,Datta S,Kodali BS

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 2.5 kg male infant developed respiratory distress in the neonatal period. A diagnosis of idiopathic hyaline membrane disease was made and he was treated accordingly. At 24 hours of age he required intubation, and the immediate and dramatic improvement in his condition suggested that the original diagnosis was incorr...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Cahill JF

更新日期：1981-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A suction booster is described which may be interposed between the endotracheal tube and the main suction system. This allows suction to be instantly ready throughout the intubation procedure, the rate of suction to be increased up to ten-fold, and all solid particles which can pass through the tracheal tube to be rem...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Ruben H,Hansen E,MacNaughton FI

更新日期：1979-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A randomized, double-blind study was undertaken to investigate the suitability of intranasally administered fentanyl for postoperative pain management under routine conditions in an unselected population. For postoperative pain relief, patients received either 0.027 mg fentanyl intranasally and sodium chloride 0.9% in...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Striebel HW,Pommerening J,Rieger A

更新日期：1993-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pain relief after surgery is frequently inadequate. In the last few years much research has been devoted to improving the situation. Unfortunately, very little work has been undertaken to explore the patients' contribution to pain management. The beliefs and attitudes held by patients when they enter the hospital envi...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Brydon CW,Asbury AJ

更新日期：1996-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A patient with severe Guillain-Barré syndrome responded to treatment with high-dose intravenous immunoglobulins. It is suggested, on the basis of recent case reports, that immunoglobulins may have an important rôle in the future treatment of this immune-mediated disease. ...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Rajah A

更新日期：1992-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied 200 female patients (ASA group 1) scheduled for termination of pregnancy under general anaesthesia. The patients were randomly allocated to receive one of four anaesthetic combinations; (1) propofol in combination with ketamine 20 mg, (2) propofol in combination with fentanyl 0.1 mg, (3) thiopentone in comb...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Jakobsson J,Oddby E,Rane K

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The laryngeal mask airway was inserted in 10 cadavers. At postmortem the chest was opened and an infusion set primed with a dilute barium solution was inserted into the oesophagus and ligated in place. A cricoid force of 43 N was then applied and the infusion set was positioned so that when the clamp was opened it gen...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Strang TI

更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recovery from a critical illness can be delayed by persistent anxiety and depression. To identify such patients, a new self-report questionnaire (the Depression, Anxiety and Stress scale, DASS) was used alongside an established instrument (the Hospital Anxiety and Depression scale, HADS) in those who had spent a minim...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Sukantarat KT,Williamson RC,Brett SJ

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We assessed the resistance to air flow in four commonly used air inlets. The Avon A81 and Codan air inlets provide the least resistance to flow, followed by the Baxter CO413 and lastly the Braun air inlet. The presence of a valve confers an advantage when rapid infusion of fluid is attempted. The valve in the Codan ai...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Thorpe CM,Scott DH

更新日期：1994-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two patients who had undergone emergency tracheal intubation developed signs of aspiration of ingested food. Nasendoscopy demonstrated supraglottic anaesthesia which recovered from the laryngeal margins in towards the vocal cords. It is assumed that this was caused by a neuropraxia of the internal branch of the superi...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Aucott W,Prinsley P,Madden G

更新日期：1989-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case is presented of a mother with unanticipated profound thrombocytopenia who received a continuous epidural anaesthetic for labour. No neurological sequelae or excessive bleeding occurred. It is clear, after a review of the literature, that more information is needed to define the lower limits of platelet count at...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Hew-Wing P,Rolbin SH,Hew E,Amato D

更新日期：1989-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the findings of a study on exposure of operating room staff to sevoflurane, halothane and nitrous oxide during induction and maintenance of anaesthesia in children. Concentrations of anaesthetic agents in the operating theatre were measured directly by highly sensitive, photoacoustic infrared spectrometer du...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Hoerauf K,Funk W,Harth M,Hobbhahn J

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper and the one that preceded it1 have traced the development of the design and use of negative pressure ventilators from their origins in the early nineteenth century to the present day. Their maximum use was in the nineteen-forties and the early fifties after which they were quite rapidly replaced in the trea...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Woollam CH

更新日期：1976-06-01 00:00:00