Dexamethasone PONV prophylaxis alters the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis after transsphenoidal pituitary surgery.

abstract：:Obstructive hydrocephalus remains a problem, and improvements in fiberoptic technology have promoted interest in neuroendoscopic ventriculostomy (NTV) as an alternative to standard cerebrospinal fluid shunts. The present study assessed 210 pediatric NTVs performed between 1994 and 2004 in patients aged 2 months to 10 ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Baykan N,Isbir O,Gerçek A,Dağçnar A,Ozek MM

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The clinical effects, recovery characteristics, and costs of total intravenous anesthesia (TIVA), sevoflurane, and isoflurane anesthesia have been measured in various out-patient operations, but have not been evaluated in patients undergoing laminectomy or discectomy. In the current study, the authors assessed the hem...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Ozkose Z,Ercan B,Unal Y,Yardim S,Kaymaz M,Dogulu F,Pasaoglu A

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The relationship between intracranial pressure and arterial blood pressure during sevoflurane or halothane anesthesia was evaluated in New Zealand white rabbits after cryogenic brain injury. Fourteen rabbits were randomized to be anesthetized with 1.5 MAC of sevoflurane or halothane in oxygen. All animals were paralyz...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Kim HK,Zornow MH,Illievich UM,Strnat MA,Scheller MS

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical clipping may cause stenosis of parent arteries or occlusion of perforating arteries in cerebral aneurysm surgery. To prevent postoperative motor deficits, motor-evoked potentials (MEPs) have been used. This enables to detect cerebral ischemia. However, the rate of false negatives (motor deficits with preserve...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Irie T,Yoshitani K,Ohnishi Y,Shinzawa M,Miura N,Kusaka Y,Miyazaki S,Miyamoto S

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Propofol's potential to trigger generalized tonic-clonic seizures and epileptic discharges is still controversial. The aim of this study was to investigate the incidence of epileptic discharges and epileptic seizures in epilepsy patients anesthetized with propofol. METHODS:Thirty three patients with intract...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Schneider F,Herzer W,Schroeder HW,Mueller JU,Kolyschkow P,Sommer M,Piek J,Kessler C,Runge U

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Simple febrile seizure (SFS) affects 2% to 4% of children under 6 years of age. The purpose of this study is to examine the epidemiologic patterns and resource utilization of SFS-associated hospitalizations in children aged younger than 6 years of age in the United States. MATERIALS AND METHODS:This study i...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Huang YY,Li G,Sun LS

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review assesses the extent to which sevoflurane fulfills the requirements of the ideal inhalational agent for use in neuroanesthetic practice. Sevoflurane's pharmacokinetic profile is outlined. Data from animal and human studies are used to discuss its effects on cerebral hemodynamics, central nervous system moni...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Duffy CM,Matta BF

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cerebral edema commonly accompanies brain tumors and frequently leads to lethal intracranial compartmental shifts and elevated intracranial pressure. Therapeutic modalities for tumor-associated cerebral edema include diuretics, osmotherapy, and corticosteroids. Recently, hypertonic saline (HS) has received attention a...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Toung TJ,Tyler B,Brem H,Traystman RJ,Hurn PD,Bhardwaj A

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of sevoflurane is favored for its rapid onset and offset of anesthesia as well as good intraoperative titratability of the anesthetic. With regard to neuroanesthesia, the reported effects of sevoflurane on cerebral hemodynamics and cerebrospinal fluid dynamics are inconsistent. We used phase-contrast magnetic ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Kolbitsch C,Lorenz HI,Hörmann C,Schocke M,Felber S,Zschiegner F,Pfeiffer PK,Benzer A

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A prospective, randomized study in a large general hospital setting. BACKGROUND:During spinal surgery, monitoring motor-evoked potentials (MEPs) is a means of assessing the intraoperative integrity of corticospinal pathways. However, MEPs are known to be sensitive to the effects of anesthetic agents. OBJ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Lo YL,Dan YF,Tan YE,Nurjannah S,Tan SB,Tan CT,Raman S

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cerebral air embolism occurred in a patient undergoing posterior fossa surgery performed in the sitting position for acoustic neuroma removal. The patient experienced two episodes of venous air embolism, as evidenced by precordial Doppler, end-tidal carbon dioxide reduction, and oxygen desaturation. In both cases, air...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Tommasino C,Rizzardi R,Beretta L,Venturino M,Piccoli S

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Microdialysis is used to determine the concentrations of substances in the extracellular fluid of tissues. To date, it has not been used to measure rocuronium concentrations in human muscle. We determined the ability of microdialysis to recover rocuronium from muscle interstitial tissue for the purpose of as...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Fernández-Candil J,Gambús PL,Trocóniz IF,Valero R,Carrero E,Fábregas N

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Glucocorticoids have been shown to alleviate ischemia-induced myocardial injury, while aggravating neuronal damage caused by ischemia. As energy failure is a predominant factor in cellular viability, we examined the effects of glucocorticoids on energy utilization in the mouse heart and brain. METHODS:Seven...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Yorozuya T,Namba C,Adachi N,Nakanishi K,Dote K,Nagaro T

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Episodes of arterial hypotension are associated with an increased mortality in head injury patients. Rapid infusion of sodium bicarbonate in such patients may cause hypotension and elevate intracranial pressure. Therefore, we examined the effects of tromethamine (THAM) versus bicarbonate on intracranial pressure and b...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Duthie SE,Goulin GD,Zornow MH,Scheller MS,Peterson BM

更新日期：1994-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report an unusual case of fatal intracranial hypertension following tracheostomy due to the obstruction of the internal jugular veins (left side: thrombosis after central venous cannulation, right side: hypoplastic vein) and their collaterals. Principal cerebral outflow through the internal jugular veins can be sub...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Schummer W,Schummer C,Niesen WD

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The affect of L-644,711, an anion transport inhibitor, on ischemic brain injury and edema was investigated. Spontaneously hypertensive rats were given one of the following doses of intrathecal L-644,711 during 180 min of middle cerebral artery occlusion and 120 min of reperfusion: control, vehicle only; dose I, 100 mi...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Cole DJ,Ghazal EA,Osborne TN

更新日期：1991-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prolongation of the interval from the peak to the end of the T wave (Tp-Te) on a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) is associated with ventricular arrhythmias. The aim of this study was to clarify associations between Tp-Te, Tp-Te/QT, and Tp-Te/rate-corrected QT (QTc) with clinical severity of subarachnoid hemo...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Komatsuzaki M,Takasusuki T,Kimura Y,Yamaguchi S

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of two incidental familial intracranial aneurysms associated with asymptomatic coarctation of the aorta is reported. Priority was assigned to aneurysm surgery, which was accomplished by means of two distinct procedures, both requiring moderate, deliberate hypotension. Invasive monitoring always included radial ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Orsi P,Rosa G,Liberatori G,Lunardi PP,Ferrante L

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic pain of nonmalignant origin requires effective long-term treatments, as for many patients pain management will be necessary throughout the rest of their lives. Intrathecal drug delivery systems (IDDS) have become a recognized therapy for the management of severe and otherwise intractable chronic pain...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Duarte RV,Raphael JH,Sparkes E,Southall JL,LeMarchand K,Ashford RL

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Neurosurgical disorders are rare during pregnancy and challenge the anesthesiologist with conflicting anesthetic considerations and little evidence to guide decision-making. Our objective was to review the anesthetic management of pregnant patients undergoing intracranial neurosurgery at our institution an...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Kazemi P,Villar G,Flexman AM

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) are frequent and harmful complications after neurosurgery. Current pharmacy-based treatment is the standard of care; it, however, lacks efficiency. Invasive and noninvasive acupuncture at the P6 meridian point has been shown to be effective in the prevention of PONV. ...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Xu M,Zhou SJ,Jiang CC,Wu Y,Shi WL,Gu HH,Cai HD,Wang XQ

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intraoperative movements are marker of inadequate level of sedation and are undesirable during burr-hole surgery under monitored anesthesia care (MAC). It distracts surgeon, hinders surgical procedure, and may lead to iatrogenic complication. Dexmedetomidine has shown to provide excellent analgesia, cooperat...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Bishnoi V,Kumar B,Bhagat H,Salunke P,Bishnoi S

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We provide a synopsis of innovative research, recurring themes, and novel experimental findings pertinent to the care of neurosurgical patients and critically ill patients with neurological diseases. We cover the following broad topics: general neurosurgery, spine surgery, stroke, traumatic brain injury, monitoring, a...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Pasternak JJ,Lanier WL

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intraoperative brain surface electrocorticography (ECoG) is an integral part of the surgical excision of epileptogenic foci. If surgical excision is performed under general anesthesia, anesthetics should be selected that do not seriously interfere with the ECoG. We report a case where nitrous oxide appeared to suppres...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Artru AA,Lettich E,Colley PS,Ojemann GA

更新日期：1990-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to evaluate arterial blood pressure and middle cerebral artery blood flow velocity in children during induction of anesthesia with sevoflurane. These measures were compared to findings in a control group anesthetized with halothane. Each child received mask induction of sevoflurane (n = 9...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Berkowitz RA,Hoffman WE,Cunningham F,McDonald T

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of the calcium blocker nimodipine on the cerebral blood flow (CBF) and cerebral autoregulatory responses was examined in seven fentanyl/N2O/anesthetized pigs. CBF was measured continuously from the sagittal sinus by a venous outlet flow technique. Cerebral autoregulation tests were performed before, after 3...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Stånge K,Lagerkranser M,Sollevi A

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fever is common among neurologic patients and is usually treated by antipyretic drugs and external cooling. An alternative method for temperature management may be an intravascular approach. The aim of the study was to compare the effectiveness and the therapeutic costs of this new method with conventional treatment i...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Hinz J,Rosmus M,Popov A,Moerer O,Frerichs I,Quintel M

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Muscle relaxants are prescribed routinely for patients undergoing general anesthesia, but the requirement for paralysis in spinal surgery is unclear. This study compared the operating conditions of general anesthesia with and without a muscle relaxant on spinal surgery patients. METHODS:Eighty-six adults wh...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Li YL,Liu YL,Xu CM,Lv XH,Wan ZH

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hemodynamic instability is commonly seen during carotid angioplasty and stenting. Although prophylactic treatment with anticholinergics is beneficial, selected use in high-risk patients is desirable. This study examines whether plaque characteristics on computed tomography angiography in addition to demograp...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Jensen SK,Eesa M,Walker A,Archer DP,Davis MJ

更新日期：2020-05-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Positional change during general anesthesia can cause hypotension. The objective of this retrospective study was to determine predictive factors for hypotension associated with supine-to-prone positional change in spinal surgery patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Data on demographics, current medications, como...

journal_title：Journal of neurosurgical anesthesiology

authors： Yoon HK,Lee HC,Chung J,Park HP

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00