Malignant hyperpyrexia and sudden infant death syndrome.

abstract：:Fifteen patients (10 men and five women; mean age 67.3 yr) with a history of a recent (less than 1 yr) myocardial infarction underwent ambulatory ECG monitoring for 5 days after non-cardiac surgery. The duration, number and severity of ischaemic episodes were maximal within the first 12 h after surgery and again on th...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Metzler H,Mahla E,Rotman B,Rehak P,Potisk S,List WF

更新日期：1991-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute perioperative changes in arterial pressure occur frequently, particularly in patients with cardiovascular disease or those receiving vasoactive medications, or in relation to certain cardiovascular surgical procedures. Both hypo- and hypertension are common in patients undergoing carotid surgery because of uniqu...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Stoneham MD,Thompson JP

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The influence of changes in body position relevant to neuraxial blockade on the location of the spinal cord and related neural structures has not been fully quantified. Our aim was to determine the changes, if any, that occur in the location of the spinal cord tip [equivalent to the tip of the conus medullar...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Ranger MR,Irwin GJ,Bunbury KM,Peutrell JM

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Placental blood flow was measured during the first stage of normal labour using a xenon-133 clearance technique before and after segmental extradural analgesia. Analgesia was produced with 0.5% plain bupivacaine in eight patients and with 0.5% bupivacaine--adrenaline in 10 patients. Segmental extradural analgesia with...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Jouppila R,Jouppila P,Hollmén A,Kuikka J

更新日期：1978-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Low-dose droperidol is suggested to be cost-effective in preventing nausea and vomiting after ambulatory surgery. This clinical study evaluated patient postural stability using a computerized force platform after an i.v. dose of droperidol 0.625 mg in outpatients undergoing gynaecological dilatation and cure...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Song D,Chung F,Yogendran S,Wong J

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chloral hydrate 25, 50 or 75 mg kg-1 or midazolam 0.4, 0.5 or 0.6 mg kg-1, all given by mouth in combination with atropine 0.03 mg kg-1, were compared as premedication in 248 children in a randomized, double-blind study. Chloral hydrate was significantly less palatable than midazolam. The anxiolytic effect of chloral ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Saarnivaara L,Lindgren L,Klemola UM

更新日期：1988-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The observation that patients presenting for bariatric surgery had a high incidence of neuromuscular blocking agent (NMBA) anaphylaxis prompted this restricted case-control study to test the hypothesis that obesity is a risk factor for NMBA anaphylaxis, independent of differences in pholcodine consumption. ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Sadleir PHM,Clarke RC,Goddard CE,Day C,Weightman W,Middleditch A,Platt PR

更新日期：2021-01-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cardiac output (CO) monitoring by uncalibrated arterial pressure waveform analysis (APCO) using the FloTrac/Vigileo™ is feasible in patients with intracranial haemorrhage, but the results of validation studies are contradictory. The aim of the present study was to analyse the clinical agreement between the i...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Junttila EK,Koskenkari JK,Ohtonen PP,Ala-Kokko TI

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The perioperative management of two-stage oesophagectomy has not been standardized and the prevailing practice regarding the timing of extubation after the procedure varies. This audit has evaluated the outcome, in particular the respiratory morbidity and mortality, after immediate extubation in patients who...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Chandrashekar MV,Irving M,Wayman J,Raimes SA,Linsley A

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hip fracture is a condition with high mortality and morbidity in elderly frail patients. Intraoperative fluid optimization may be associated with benefit in this population. We investigated whether intraoperative fluid management using pulse-contour analysis cardiac monitoring, compared with standard care in...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Moppett IK,Rowlands M,Mannings A,Moran CG,Wiles MD,NOTTS Investigators.

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty consecutive patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) were allocated at random to group 1 (n = 10, high inspired oxygen fraction (FIO2) after CPB), or group 2 (n = 10, moderate FIO2 after CPB). The effects of each FIO2 on arterial and mixed venous concentrations of endothelin-1 (ET-1...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Reber A,Budmiger B,Wenk M,Haefeli WE,Wolff T,Bein T,Skarvan K

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The current prevalence of healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) is a major public health concern. Patient contact in the operating theatre (OT) can contribute to HCAI via microbial contamination. The application of hand hygiene is effective in reducing infection rates. Limited data are available on adhere...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Krediet AC,Kalkman CJ,Bonten MJ,Gigengack AC,Barach P

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using an airway management training model, we have assessed anaesthesia personnel in their use of correct cricoid force and ability to retain this skill after a short training programme. A perspex device, working on a hydraulic principle, was used to measure cricoid pressure when applied to the model. After initial as...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Ashurst N,Rout CC,Rocke DA,Gouws E

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sepsis is a constellation of clinical signs and symptoms resulting from excessive systemic host inflammatory response to infection. This inflammatory response is largely mediated by cytokines, which are released into the systemic circulation. Plasma concentrations of specific cytokines, TNF alpha, IL-1 beta, IL-6 and ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Blackwell TS,Christman JW

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Individual patient information from clinical trials is infrequently available, but can provide insights for clinical trials and practice. METHODS:We analysed individual patient information from five randomized trials (913 patients) of i.v. patient-controlled analgesia (IVPCA) plus epidural placebo, morphine...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Mhuircheartaigh RJ,Moore RA,McQuay HJ

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is compelling evidence that preconditioning occurs in humans. Experimental studies with potential clinical implications as well as clinical studies evaluating ischaemic, pharmacological and anaesthetic cardiac preconditioning in the perioperative setting are reviewed. These studies reveal promising results. Howe...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Zaugg M,Lucchinetti E,Garcia C,Pasch T,Spahn DR,Schaub MC

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with Munchausen's syndrome often undergo multiple surgical operations under general anaesthesia. They tend to have multiple exposures to routinely used anaesthetic agents. A patient with Munchausen's syndrome who developed an anaphylactoid reaction to thiopentone is described and the importance of obtaining p...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Frater RA,Lew JK

更新日期：1987-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The majority of patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) require mechanical ventilation. This support provides time for the lungs to heal, but the adverse effects of mechanical ventilation significantly influence patient outcome. Traditionally, these were ascribed to mechanical effects, such as haemody...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Moloney ED,Griffiths MJ

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Kidney transplantation is associated with harmful processes affecting the viability of the graft. One of these processes is associated with the phenomenon of ischaemia-reperfusion injury. Anaesthetic conditioning is a widely described strategy to attenuate ischaemia-reperfusion injury. We therefore conducted...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Nieuwenhuijs-Moeke GJ,Nieuwenhuijs VB,Seelen MAJ,Berger SP,van den Heuvel MC,Burgerhof JGM,Ottens PJ,Ploeg RJ,Leuvenink HGD,Struys MMRF

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Opioid prescribing is increasing worldwide with associated increases in misuse and other harms. We studied variations in national opioid prescription rates, indicators of prescribing quality, co-prescribing of benzodiazepines and relationship with pain severity in Scotland. METHODS:Electronic linkages of op...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Torrance N,Mansoor R,Wang H,Gilbert S,Macfarlane GJ,Serpell M,Baldacchino A,Hales TG,Donnan P,Wyper G,Smith BH,Colvin L

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have compared the effects of progressive (30% and 60%) in vitro haemodilution with hydroxyethyl starch (HES), gelatin (GEL) and albumin (ALB) with haemodilution using 0.9% saline in 96 patients by thrombelastography. Haemodilution with HES, GEL and ALB significantly (P < 0.05) compromised coagulation time (k), angl...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Egli GA,Zollinger A,Seifert B,Popovic D,Pasch T,Spahn DR

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Blood samples were obtained from a radial artery cannula in a 60-yr-old man during coronary artery surgery. Serum potassium concentrations of 9.3, 8.4, and 7.4 mmol litre(-1) were obtained. A simultaneous venous blood sample gave a serum potassium concentration of 4.4 mmol litre(-1). The ECG was unchanged. After the a...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Mehta V,Ahmed Z

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The influence of common disturbances seen in preeclampsia, such as changes in strong ions and weak acids (particularly albumin) on acid-base status, has not been fully elucidated. The aims of this study were to provide a comprehensive acid-base analysis in severe preeclampsia and to identify potential new bi...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Ortner CM,Combrinck B,Allie S,Story D,Landau R,Cain K,Dyer RA

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A double-blind crossover volunteer trial has been carried out to determine if oral doxapram reduces the respiratory depression caused by morphine 0.12 mg kg-1 i.m. Doxapram was given to the subjects 90 min before the morphine and significantly reduced the displacement of the ventilatory response to carbon dioxide caus...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Randall NP,Pleuvry BJ,Fazackerley EJ,Modla CY,Prescott LF,Healy TE

更新日期：1989-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have examined the effects of bupivacaine and lignocaine on myocardial metabolism in the rat isolated heart-lung preparation. Bupivacaine 1, 5 or 25 micrograms ml-1 or lignocaine 4, 20 or 100 micrograms ml-1 was administered 5 min after the start of perfusion. Both bupivacaine 25 micrograms ml-1 and lignocaine 100 m...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Kashimoto S,Kume M,Kumazawa T

更新日期：1990-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a case where rocuronium 80 mg (3 x ED95) was used in a rapid sequence induction in a 80-kg pregnant patient with an open eye injury. The patient was also receiving magnesium 2 g h-1 i.v. for preterm labour. The expected duration for neuromuscular block of rocuronium in the absence of magnesium would be appr...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Gaiser RR,Seem EH

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Risks and costs of allogeneic blood transfusions mandate strategies to reduce blood loss in surgery. The objective of this study was to assess the efficacy of antifibrinolytic treatment in reducing perioperative blood loss during total knee replacement. METHODS:A double-blind, randomized and placebo-control...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Camarasa MA,Ollé G,Serra-Prat M,Martín A,Sánchez M,Ricós P,Pérez A,Opisso L

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have compared deep body temperature (DBT) measured at the forehead with the core temperatures of the nasopharynx, oesophagus and rectum during the warming phase of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) (moderate hypothermia of 26.7-29.6 degrees C) in 12 patients. DBT was measured transcutaneously by an insulated thermistor ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Sakuragi T,Mukai M,Dan K

更新日期：1993-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The activity of a new i.v. anesthetic agent ICI 35 868, a compound unrelated to currently used barbiturate, eugenol or steroid agents, has been examined in a range of animal species. Some of the properties of ICI 35 868 resemble those of thiopentone in that it is a rapidly acting agent which produces anaesthesia of sh...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Glen JB

更新日期：1980-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of incubation at 37 degrees C, 46 degrees C, 47 degrees C and 48 degrees C for 1 h on the osmotic fragility of blood was determined. Blood taken from volunteers into ACD and CPD was examined after 1, 7, 14 and 21 days of storage. In addition, 22-day-old blood stored in CPD was examined. The osmotic fragilit...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Van der Walt JH,Russell WJ

更新日期：1978-08-01 00:00:00