Molecular sieves: an alternative method of carbon dioxide removal which does not generate compound A during simulated low-flow sevoflurane anaesthesia.

abstract：:Atrial fibrillation is the most frequent arrhythmia after thoracic surgery and is associated with increased hospital costs, morbidity and mortality. In this study, we aimed to identify potentially modifiable risk factors for postoperative atrial fibrillation following lung resection surgery and to suggest possible mea...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Lee SH,Ahn HJ,Yeon SM,Yang M,Kim JA,Jung DM,Park JH

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Propofol has been shown to cause pain on injection. This study investigated the effect of warming propofol to 37 degrees C on the pain of intravenous injection. One hundred and one women on outpatient gynaecology lists were allocated to receive propofol either at room temperature or at 37 degrees C. Warming propofol d...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Fletcher GC,Gillespie JA,Davidson JA

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Many new supraglottic airway devices have been recently introduced, their development motivated by the need for a single-use equivalent to the original re-usable laryngeal mask airway. We performed a randomised cross-over study in spontaneously breathing patients comparing the re-usable Laryngeal Mask Airway-Classic (...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Shafik MT,Bahlman BU,Hall JE,Ali MS

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Forty-seven children aged between four and 11 years received temazepam 0.5 mg/kg in a novel fast dispensing dosage form. The preparation was well accepted and associated with few side-effects. Satisfactory sedation and anxiolysis was obtained in over 93% of patients. The relative merits of a variety of routes of admin...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Smith GB,Hughes DG,Kumar V

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Various methods by which the Cape Minor ventilator may be used in the circle absorber system are described and the problems of the circuits described are considered. A new valve system is described which overcomes most of the problems encountered with other circuits. The economic advantages of an inexpensive ventilato...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： James MF

更新日期：1978-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most of the low-pressure ventilator alarms available have the pressure registration unit connected to the patient circuit by a narrow bore plastic tube. Condensed water in this tube will stop the correct function of the alarm in a few hours if the tube is placed after a heated humidifier. The pressure registration sho...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Hommelgaard P,Nissen T

更新日期：1979-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present study was conducted with the aims of comparing intravenous tramadol 1, 2 and 3 mg.kg(-1) with pethidine 0.5 mg.kg(-1) for prophylaxis of postanaesthetic shivering and to find a dose of tramadol that could provide the dual advantage of antishivering and analgesic effect in the postoperative period. The stud...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Mohta M,Kumari N,Tyagi A,Sethi AK,Agarwal D,Singh M

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The hypothesis that anaesthetic uptake during maintenance of anaesthesia is related to cardiac output was tested on 21 patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Using a computer-controlled closed breathing system, enflurane was administered to maintain an end-expired concentration of 1%. Cardiac output was measured by ther...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Watt SJ,Cook LB,Ohri S,Lockwood GG

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A non-invasive technique of measuring cardiac output changes is described and studies of its accuracy and reproducibility are reviewed. Cardiac output changes in 11 patients undergoing Caesarean section under general anaesthesia were measured with this technique. Increases in cardiac output after induction and commenc...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Newman B

更新日期：1982-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Malignant obstructive jaundice is associated with poor aerobic capacity. We measured oxygen consumption and oxygen extraction (arterial-venous oxygen content) in the legs of nine patients during cardiopulmonary exercise testing before pancreaticoduodenectomy. The median (IQR [range]) peak oxygen consumption was 67 (49...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Junejo MA,Siriwardena AK,Parker MJ

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have assessed, for the first time, genotoxicity (i.e. sister chromatid exchanges and micronuclei) in anaesthetists exposed to a single volatile anaesthetic (sevoflurane) without nitrous oxide. The anaesthetists were exposed to an 8-h time-weighted average of 0.2 parts per million sevoflurane. Internists served as n...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Wiesner G,Schiewe-Langgartner F,Lindner R,Gruber M

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Volatile anaesthetic agents potentiate neuromuscular blocking agents and retard their rate of reversal. We hypothesised that there was a difference in the rate of reversal of rocuronium-induced neuromuscular blockade based on the selection of inhalation agent. Thirty-eight patients undergoing elective surgical procedu...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Sutcliffe DG,Murphy CM,Maslow A,Uppington J,Shorten GD

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One hundred ASA grade 1 or 2 patients were studied to assess the use of awake oxygen saturation to determine the necessary inspired oxygen fraction during anaesthesia. The inspired oxygen fraction was adjusted gradually to the lowest possible value to maintain the pre-operative oxygen saturation at a constant level. N...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Mandal P,Chaudhary S

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We assessed the ability of palpating the radial arterial pulse and observing the oximeter trace to estimate the automated non-invasive systolic pressure reading in 20 healthy female volunteers and 20 parturients undergoing spinal anaesthesia for elective caesarean section. Using real-time values of cuff pressure durin...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Sabharwal A,Strickland T,Yentis SM

更新日期：2011-01-01 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：:We measured total and free plasma concentrations of ropivacaine following high-volume, high-dose local infiltration analgesia in 28 patients aged 65 years or over undergoing unilateral total knee arthroplasty. Patients received infiltration of ropivacaine 400 mg followed by infusion at 20 mg.h(-1) through an intra-art...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Brydone AS,Souvatzoglou R,Abbas M,Watson DG,McDonald DA,Gill AM

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A fit 27-year-old man presented with severe facial trauma following an industrial accident. Initial assessment showed severe swelling around the lower jaw and haemorrhage from the mouth, nose, scalp and left ear. The patient was conscious with a Glasgow Coma Score of 13 but in respiratory distress. Following adoption ...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Neal MR,Groves J,Gell IR

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this, the second of two articles covering specific medical emergencies, we discuss the definitions, epidemiology, pathophysiology, acute and chronic management of pulmonary embolus and acute severe asthma. ...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Somasundaram K,Ball J

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirty fit patients presenting for elective total hip replacement were randomly allocated to receive a premedication of 60 or 90 mg controlled-release oral morphine or 15 mg intramuscular morphine. Postoperative analgesia was assessed using on-demand intravenous pethidine supplementation requirements. In 15 patients f...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Slowey HF,Reynolds AD,Mapleson WW,Vickers MD

更新日期：1985-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Guidelines recommend restrictive red blood cell transfusion strategies. We conducted an observational study to examine whether the rate of peri-operative red blood cell transfusion in the USA had declined during the period from 01 January 2011 to 31 December 2016. We included 4,273,168 patients from all surgical subsp...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Nordestgaard AT,Rasmussen LS,Sillesen M,Steinmetz J,Eid AI,Meier K,Kaafarani HMA,Velmahos GC

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The management of five patients with phaeochromocytoma undergoing surgical removal is described. Pre-operative preparation with phenoxybenzamine and nifedipine for 7 days before surgery prevented excessive fluctuations in cardiovascular parameters in the peri-operative period and resulted in an uneventful recovery. ...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Chari P,Katariya RN,Venkataraman RK,Trikha A

更新日期：1988-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three cases are described of complete collapse of a lung in the absence of bronchial obstruction. The condition was treated by the application of a sustained high pressure (6 kPa) to the affected lung through one limb of a double lumen bronchial tube whilst intermittent positive pressure ventilation was continued thro...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Murray JF

更新日期：1985-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this prospective observational study we investigated the changes in cardiac index and mean arterial pressure in children when positioned prone for scoliosis correction surgery. Thirty children (ASA 1-2, aged 13-18 years) undergoing primary, idiopathic scoliosis repair were recruited. The cardiac index and mean arte...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Brown ZE,Görges M,Cooke E,Malherbe S,Dumont GA,Ansermino JM

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pre-operative intervention to improve general health and readiness for surgery is known as prehabilitation. Modification of risk factors such as physical inactivity, smoking, hazardous alcohol consumption and an unhealthy weight can reduce the risk of peri-operative morbidity and improve patient outcomes. Intervention...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： McDonald S,Yates D,Durrand JW,Kothmann E,Sniehotta FF,Habgood A,Colling K,Hollingsworth A,Danjoux G

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One hundred patients (69 female) undergoing surgical excision of three or more wisdom teeth were randomly allocated to receive either thiopentone or propofol for induction of anaesthesia. Other than the induction agent, the anaesthetic regimen was standardised for all cases. All patients were observed for 15 min after...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Singh P,Harwood R,Cartwright DP,Crossley AW

更新日期：1994-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Various methods have been developed to confirm proper intubation of the trachea. This blind, randomised study evaluates some of these quantitatively and qualitatively. Forty patients had both their trachea and oesophagus intubated. A procedure that included auscultation of the upper abdomen and lungs was 100% reliable...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Andersen KH,Hald A

更新日期：1989-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have designed an automatic detector system for noninvasive monitoring of irrigating fluid absorption during transurethral resection of the prostate. Ethanol, which is used as a tracer for the fluid, is measured in the expired breath of the patient. The breath ethanol monitor can be used both in the awake patient an...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Hahn RG,Larsson H,Ribbe T

更新日期：1995-04-01 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：:Three currently available condenser humidifiers were studied to assess their ability to conserve water loss and to measure the resistance imposed by the apparatus. The value and possible effectiveness of these devices in clinical practice is discussed. ...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Walker AK,Bethune DW

更新日期：1976-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:After carotid endarterectomy under general anaesthesia, the rapid elimination of desflurane and sevoflurane may allow earlier postoperative neurological assessment than after the use of isoflurane. However, desflurane may be associated with tachycardia and hypertension and may therefore increase cardiovascular risk. W...

journal_title：Anaesthesia

authors： Umbrain V,Keeris J,D'Haese J,Verborgh C,Debing E,Van den Brande P,Camu F

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00