Urinary retention during i.m. and extradural morphine analgesia.

abstract：:Zomepirac 100 mg and dihydrocodeine 30 mg were compared with placebo in a controlled randomized, double-blind, single-dose postoperative study. Patients continued to receive either zomepirac or dihydrocodeine for pain relief for 5 days at home in a double-blind study, being allowed to titrate the consumption of tablet...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： McQuay HJ,Bullingham RE,Moore RA,Carroll D,Evans PJ,O'Sullivan G,Collin J,Lloyd JW

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous national survey research has shown significant deficits in routine postoperative pain management in the UK. This study used an organizational change perspective to explore in detail the organizational challenges faced by three acute pain services in improving postoperative pain management. METHODS:...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Powell AE,Davies HT,Bannister J,Macrae WA

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Profound postoperative respiratory depression after larger doses of fentanyl was partially reversed by 4-aminopyridine. This reversal was independent of FIO2' suggesting that the response was not dependent upon peripheral chemoreceptor-mediated drive. Similar reversal of fentanyl-induced depression by 4-aminopyridine ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Sia RL,Zandstra DF

更新日期：1981-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients receiving opioids report feeling sleepy, but opioids actually inhibit the rapid eye movement phase of sleep (REM). Inhibition of REM sleep is followed by a rebound increase in REM sleep associated with cardiopulmonary complications. The medial pontine reticular formation (mPRF) is a brain region from which mo...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Cronin A,Keifer JC,Baghdoyan HA,Lydic R

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:All currently available aminoacylaniline local anaesthetics, except lignocaine, contain a chiral centre but are used as racemates, a fact usually ignored in pharmacokinetic studies. This study reports the cardiovascular effects, and the regional and total body clearances of the enantiomers of bupivacaine determined at...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Rutten AJ,Mather LE,McLean CF

更新日期：1991-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The 119 patients who had undergone previous Caesarean section lumbar extradural block was administered to 77 (65%); the other 42 (35%) received analgesia with ketobemidone 0.8-1.0 ml i.m. or nitrous oxide in oxygen intermittently, or both. Controlled i.v. infusion of oxytocin for induction or acceleration of labour wa...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Carlsson C,Nybell-Lindahl G,Ingemarsson I

更新日期：1980-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fast onset and short duration are prominent properties of the amide-type local anaesthetic articaine. Similar to bupivacaine, a hyperbaric solution of articaine may produce faster onset and shorter duration of spinal anaesthesia than a plain solution. METHODS:Patients undergoing open inguinal hernia repair ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Bachmann M,Pere P,Kairaluoma P,Rosenberg PH,Kallio H

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe the management of three patients undergoing awake carotid surgery who developed signs of cerebral ischaemia after carotid cross-clamping. Drug treatment to increase arterial blood pressure above baseline reversed the neurological deficit and an internal carotid artery shunt was not needed. Shunt insertion ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Stoneham MD,Warner O

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have compared, in a randomized, double-blind study, the pharmacokinetics of ropivacaine and bupivacaine during labour. Total and free plasma concentrations of ropivacaine and bupivacaine were measured after the first of two extradural doses. The main dose was 20 mg (test dose) and 30 mg, with a top-up dose of 25 mg...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： McCrae AF,Westerling P,McClure JH

更新日期：1997-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We investigated the extent and frequency of dose errors and treatment delays made as a consequence of preparing drug infusions at the bedside, rather than using pre-filled syringes. METHODS:Forty-eight nurses with critical care experience volunteered to take part in this randomized, blinded, controlled stud...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Adapa RM,Mani V,Murray LJ,Degnan BA,Ercole A,Cadman B,Williams CE,Gupta AK,Wheeler DW

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Eight patients with a history of failed tracheal intubation during pregnancy were investigated by x-ray laryngoscopy after delivery. Partial elevation of the epiglottis with no view of glottic structures was found in five patients who were therefore considered to still present difficulty. In each of these five patient...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Fahy L,Horton WA,Charters P

更新日期：1990-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sickle cell disease is a congenital haemoglobinopathy with a high incidence of perioperative complications. Traditional anaesthetic management, based largely on extrapolation from biochemical models, has emphasized avoidance of red cell sickling to prevent exacerbations of the disease. This historical review outlines ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Firth PG

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Plasma concentrations of pancuronium were measured in nine patients undergoing surgery because of total biliary obstruction. When compared with the averaged model-independent pharmacokinetic parameters obtained for normal patients, the terminal half-life of 270 min was more than twice normal (132 min, P less than 0.00...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Somogyi AA,Shanks CA,Triggs EJ

更新日期：1977-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the extradural administration of low-dose morphine in 10 ml of 10% dextrose (2-3 mg) to 98 adult patients with various types of acute and chronic pain. Extradural morphine injections were given either via a Tuohy needle (single or repeat injection) or via an extradural catheter. Pain relief was evaluated by ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Magora F,Olshwang D,Eimerl D,Shorr J,Katzenelson R,Cotev S,Davidson JT

更新日期：1980-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In an open study we have investigated the efficacy of 20 ml of 0.75% ropivacaine (7.5 mg ml-1) to provide extradural anaesthesia for elective Caesarean section. Plasma concentrations (total and free) were estimated in the mother and neonate. Anaesthesia was effective and safe. Plasma concentrations of ropivacaine in t...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Morton CP,Bloomfield S,Magnusson A,Jozwiak H,McClure JH

更新日期：1997-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intra-oral masses in neonates can seriously compromise the airway, potentially causing hypoxia and death if not recognized and managed appropriately. We report a case in which an intra-oral mass was diagnosed on antenatal ultrasound scan. Preparation for delivery involved a multidisciplinary team approach, with a stra...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Skelton VA,Goodwin A

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Parecoxib, a cyclo oxygenase-2 inhibiting non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, has been widely used for postoperative analgesia. Our aim was to quantify the benefit of a single dose after coronary artery bypass grafting. METHODS:The investigation was carried out as a randomized double blind placebo control...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Khalil MW,Chaterjee A,Macbryde G,Sarkar PK,Marks RR

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have compared, in a double-blind study, the efficacy of flumazenil with that of aminophylline in antagonizing the effects of midazolam in 60 patients (ASA I-II, mean age 66 yr) undergoing transurethral resection of prostate under spinal anaesthesia. All patients received midazolam 0.075 mg kg-1 i.v. and the test dr...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Sibai AN,Sibai AM,Baraka A

更新日期：1991-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiac rate and rhythm were compared in 60 patients having dental extractions under conventional general anaesthesia using halothane, enflurane or isoflurane to supplement nitrous oxide in oxygen. The incidence of arrhythmia was higher in the halothane group when compared with both the enflurane (P less than 0.05) an...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Casson WR,Jones RM

更新日期：1985-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to clarify the relative contribution of hepatic metabolism to the short term disposition of methohexitone, we have measured hepatic blood flow during induction of anaesthesia with a 1.5-mg kg-1 i.v. bolus dose of methohexitone. Median hepatic clearance was 1.01 litre min-1 and hepatic extraction 87%. As a con...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Lange H,Stephan H,Brand C,Zielmann S,Sonntag H

更新日期：1992-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Isolated, cultured rat pancreatic islets of Langerhans were incubated in medium containing glucose 2 or 20 mmol litre-1 and with glucose supplemented with midazolam 10, 100 or 1000 ng ml-1. Glucose 20 mmol litre-1 with the addition of noradrenaline 10 mumol litre-1 was used as a control. In contrast with noradrenaline...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Desborough JP,Jones PM,Persaud SJ,Howell SL

更新日期：1993-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effect of anaesthesia on postoperative outcome is unclear. Cardioprotective properties of volatile anaesthetics have been demonstrated experimentally and in haemodynamically stable patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting. Their effects in patients undergoing high-risk cardiac surgery have not...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Landoni G,Guarracino F,Cariello C,Franco A,Baldassarri R,Borghi G,Covello RD,Gerli C,Crivellari M,Zangrillo A

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diaphragm strength can be assessed from twitch gastric (TwPgas), twitch oesophageal (TwPoes), and twitch transdiaphragmatic pressure (TwPdi) in response to phrenic nerve stimulation. This requires the passage of balloon catheters, which may be difficult. Changes in pressure measured at the mouth during phrenic nerve s...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Mills GH,Ponte J,Hamnegard CH,Kyroussis D,Polkey MI,Moxham J,Green M

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Myocardial potassium channels are complexes formed by different subunits. The subunit composition may influence the cardiotoxic action of local anaesthetics. The effects of amide local anaesthetics on HERG channels co-expressed with the putative subunit MiRP1 have not been established. It is also unclear if ...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Friederich P,Solth A,Schillemeit S,Isbrandt D

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Investigators planning dose-response studies of neuromuscular blockers have rarely used a priori power analysis to determine the minimal sample size their protocols require. Institutional Review Boards and peer-reviewed journals now generally ask for this information. This study outlines a proposed method fo...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Kopman AF,Lien CA,Naguib M

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied 52 adults undergoing elective craniotomy, allocated randomly to one of three opioid treatments: alfentanil 50 micrograms kg-1 followed by 0.833 microgram kg-1 min-1 until dural closure (group Alf.); alfentanil 50 micrograms kg-1 followed by 0.833 microgram kg-1 min-1 for 2 h, then remifentanil 0.25 microgra...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Sneyd JR,Whaley A,Dimpel HL,Andrews CJ

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Plethysmographic variability index (PVI) is an accurate predictor of fluid responsiveness in mechanically ventilated patients. However, the site of measurement of the plethysmographic waveform impacts its morphology and its respiratory variation. The goal of this study was to investigate the ability of PVI t...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Desgranges FP,Desebbe O,Ghazouani A,Gilbert K,Keller G,Chiari P,Robin J,Bastien O,Lehot JJ,Cannesson M

更新日期：2011-09-01 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:Left ventricular (LV) pressure-volume (PV) loops were used to compare the functional effects that accompany the cardioprotection seen with desflurane, sevoflurane, and propofol in a rabbit preparation of coronary ischaemia-reperfusion (IR). METHODS:Male New Zealand White rabbits (n=48) were anaesthetized wi...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Andrews DT,Royse AG,Royse CF

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The calculation of pharmacokinetic parameters after a bolus injection of fentanyl allowed an i.v. infusion scheme which guarantees analgesia for the entire duration of surgery, with the advantage of steady plasma concentration and body content. In the initial phase after bolus injection, the serum concentration decrea...

journal_title：British journal of anaesthesia

authors： Hengstmann JH,Stoeckel H,Schüttler J

更新日期：1980-10-01 00:00:00