Adverse effects of extradural and intrathecal opiates: report of a nationwide survey in Sweden.

abstract：:The relationship between maternal FIO2 and umbilical venous PO2, PCO2, pH and neonatal Apgar and TSR (time to sustained respiration) scores was studied in 35 patients undergoing Caesarean section under general anaesthesia. Patients were allocated randomly to breathe an FIO2 of either 0.5 or 0.33. Umbilical venous bloo...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Lawes EG,Newman B,Campbell MJ,Irwin M,Dolenska S,Thomas TA

更新日期：1988-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nicorandil, a nicotinamide nitrate derivative, relaxes vascular smooth muscle and reduces cardiac muscle contractility by increasing membrane potassium conductance, probably by activating ATP-sensitive potassium channels. In this prospective, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study, we examined the...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Kaneko T,Saito Y,Hikawa Y,Yasuda K,Makita K

更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:The influence of different head and neck positions on the effectiveness of ventilation with the air-Q® self-pressurizing airway remains unevaluated. This study aimed to evaluate the influence of different head and neck positions on ventilation with the air-Q® SP airway. Methods:In this prospective, randomiz...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Kim HJ,Lee K,Bai S,Kim MH,Oh E,Yoo YC

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have compared the effects of dexmedetomidine and propofol on endocrine, metabolic, inflammatory and cardiovascular responses in patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) after major surgery. Twenty patients who were expected to require 8 h of post-operative sedation and ventilation were allocated randomly to receiv...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Venn RM,Bryant A,Hall GM,Grounds RM

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ketamine is widely used as an i.v. anaesthetic agent and as a drug of abuse. Hepatocytes contribute to the metabolism of endogenous and exogenous substances. This study evaluated the toxic effects of S-(+)-ketamine and possible mechanisms using human hepatoma HepG2 cells as the experimental model. METHODS:H...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Lee ST,Wu TT,Yu PY,Chen RM

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cumulation and interaction of neuromuscular blocking effects of neomycin and tubocurarine were determined on responses of the tibialis anterior muscle of the anaesthetized cat to indirect stimulation. Neuromuscular block produced by neomycin was cumulative despite rapid and apparent full recovery of twitch tension and...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Durant NN,Lee C,Katz RL

更新日期：1981-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review looks at the challenges faced when monitoring patients in the field environment. It is considered from the perspective of the UK Defence Medical Services and their experiences over the past 20 yr. The lessons learned are applicable to many other circumstances where a high standard of care, for a large spec...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： McGuire NM

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The serum concentrations of fazadinium and its metabolites were measured in 14 surgical patients with end-stage renal failure and in 11 patients free from kidney disease undergoing abdominal surgery. A two-compartment open model was used in the pharmacokinetic analysis of the data. The elimination half-life (T 1/2 bet...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Duvaldestin P,Bertrand JC,Concina D,Henzel D,Lareng L,Desmonts JM

更新日期：1979-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The induction dose requirements of propofol were compared in three age groups in 300 unpremedicated healthy Chinese children: group A, younger than 2 yr (n = 48); group B, 2-5 yr (n = 117); group C, 6-12 yr (n = 135). Patients in each group were allocated randomly to receive one of eight doses of propofol (1.2, 1.4, 1...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Aun CS,Short SM,Leung DH,Oh TE

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied 34 patients undergoing elective repair of an abdominal aortic aneurysm under combined general anaesthesia and epidural block to evaluate the acute effects of diaspirin crosslinked haemoglobin (DCLHb) 50, 100 and 200 mg kg-1 i.v. Haemodynamic variables were measured continuously using pulmonary and radial ar...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Garrioch MA,McClure JH,Wildsmith JA

更新日期：1999-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied 40 elderly patients undergoing cataract surgery. Ten non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) patients received standardized general anaesthesia, 10 NIDDM patients received local anaesthesia using retrobulbar block, 10 non-diabetic control patients received general anaesthesia and 10 non-diabetic con...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Barker JP,Robinson PN,Vafidis GC,Burrin JM,Sapsed-Byrne S,Hall GM

更新日期：1995-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:High-frequency oscillation (HFO) is a widely used lung-protective ventilatory strategy in paediatric and neonatal acute lung injury. Its safe and effective use has been hindered by inadequate recruitment of the lung during oscillation and, until recently, the lack of an adequately powered oscillator for use ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Moganasundram S,Durward A,Tibby SM,Murdoch IA

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of diluting propofol in 5% dextrose on the incidence of i.v. injection pain was studied in 100 adult patients. Severe injection pain occurred in 32% (16 patients) who received undiluted propofol, compared with 10% (five patients) who received dilute propofol. We concluded that the dilution of propofol signi...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Stokes DN,Robson N,Hutton P

更新日期：1989-02-01 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

abstract：BACKGROUND:There has been increasing use of invasive techniques, such as extracorporeal organ support, in intensive care units (ICU), and declining autopsy rates. Thus, new measures are needed to maintain high-quality standards. We investigated the potential of computed tomography (CT)-based virtual autopsy to substitu...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Wichmann D,Heinemann A,Zähler S,Vogel H,Höpker W,Püschel K,Kluge S

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper describes the use of solenoid valves for the production of binary gas mixtures. The system is controlled by a microprocessor and is capable of delivering accurate flows and concentrations of gases over the ranges commonly used in anaesthesia. Since the flow produced by the valves is pulsatile, a system for ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Palayiwa E,Hahn CE,Sugg BR,Lindsay-Scott D,Tyrrell PJ

更新日期：1986-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postoperative delirium and cognitive decline are common in elderly surgical patients after non-cardiac surgery. Despite this prevalence and clinical importance, no specific aetiological factor has been identified for postoperative delirium and cognitive decline. In experimental setting in a rat model, nitrou...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Leung JM,Sands LP,Vaurio LE,Wang Y

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The concept of rapid delivery of multiple blood products to the bedside of a massively haemorrhaging patient seems to be a logical approach to the management of the massively bleeding patient. However, controversy exists in the use of fixed blood component ratios. Assessing the extent of the coagulopathy through point...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Waters JH

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We investigated the effects of anaesthesia on dynamic nitric oxide production, concentrations of tetrahydrobiopterin and the accumulation of cyclic GMP (cGMP) in the rat central nervous system (CNS). Rats were assigned to anaesthesia with halothane, isoflurane, pentobarbital, diazepam, ketamine or xenon (n=6 per group...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Galley HF,Le Cras AE,Logan SD,Webster NR

更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mechanosensory thalamocortical relay neurones (TCNs) receive glutamatergic excitatory input and are subjected to gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)Aergic inhibitory input. This study assessed the effects of an increase in concentration of isoflurane on thalamic excitatory and inhibitory mechanisms. METHODS:TCNs...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Detsch O,Kochs E,Siemers M,Bromm B,Vahle-Hinz C

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Use of inhaled nitric oxide for treatment of pulmonary hypertension in adult critical illness is limited by its mode of delivery and high costs, prompting evaluation of alternative therapies. We report the use of oral sildenafil in a patient with severe secondary pulmonary hypertension and right ventricular dysfunctio...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Ng J,Finney SJ,Shulman R,Bellingan GJ,Singer M,Glynne PA

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thiopentone 4 mg/kg, Althesin 0.055 ml/kg and ketamine 2 mg/kg were compared in 157 children undergoing minor otolaryngological surgery, mostly adenotonsillectomy. Premedication was with pethidine and atropine and anaesthesia was maintained with nitrous oxide in oxygen and halothane. Tracheal intubation was facilitate...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Saarnivaara L

更新日期：1977-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The goal of the study was to determine activated thrombelastographic (TEG(R)) parameters with the rotational TEG(R) (ROTEG or ROTEM) device (Pentapharm GmbH, Munich, Germany) in neonates and infants <1 yr with complex congenital heart disease (CCHD) and to compare them with those of healthy children. METHOD...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Haizinger B,Gombotz H,Rehak P,Geiselseder G,Mair R

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Muscle fasciculations and pain following the administration of suxamethonium were assessed in a group of patients who performed a series of stretch exercises approximately 1 h before operation. Comparison was made with a group who received suxamethonium but no pretreatment. Fasciculations were significantly reduced in...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Magee DA,Robinson RJ

更新日期：1987-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Gapmeter Lab Kit series of flowmeters has been calibrated using air. Two of the flowmeters were also calibrated using argon and oxygen as the priming gases. Linear calibration graphs have been obtained for all the Gapmeters. The two low flow Gapmeters are extremely susceptible to back-pressure. ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Barnes P,Birdi H

更新日期：1977-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Loss of resistance dorsal to the ligamentum flavum was recorded in 10 of 16 patients aged 43--75 yr whilst performing extradural anaesthesia at the L2--3 interspace via the midline approach. Degeneration of the interspinous ligament with cavity formation is observed frequently in the elderly and may account for false ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Sharrock NE

更新日期：1979-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a double-blind, randomized study, we have compared the efficacy of transdermal hyoscine in the prevention of nausea and vomiting with placebo in 60 young, ASA I-II patients after middle ear surgery during general anaesthesia. In the placebo group, 27% and 43% of patients suffered from nausea and vomiting, respectiv...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Honkavaara P,Saarnivaara L,Klemola UM

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Even mild perioperative hypothermia is associated with several severe adverse effects. Resistive heating has possible advantages compared with other active warming systems because it can heat several fields independently. To assess this new warming system, we measured core temperature in patients during surg...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Matsuzaki Y,Matsukawa T,Ohki K,Yamamoto Y,Nakamura M,Oshibuchi T

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 24-yr-old male presented after a fishing accident in which he was pulled underwater by a rope attached to a crayfish pot. He was winched out of the water with the rope still around his neck, sustaining serious neck injuries that ultimately led to his death. After initial resuscitation, he remained fully conscious fo...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Kiani SH,Simes DC

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A retrospective study of serious non-fatal complications of extradural block in obstetric practice was carried out using a postal questionnaire. Two hundred and three obstetric units in the United Kingdom (responsible for 2,580,000 deliveries from 1982 to 1986 inclusive) responded. A total of 505,000 extradural blocks...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Scott DB,Hibbard BM

更新日期：1990-05-01 00:00:00