Design of a Novel Multifunction Decision Support Display for Anesthesia Care: AlertWatch® OR.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The sensory innervation of the shoulder is complex and there are variations in the branching patterns of the sensory fibres. Articular branches from the axillary nerve to the subacromial bursa are described in more than 50% of investigated shoulders but the isolated contribution of sensory input from the axi...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Rothe C,Lund J,Jenstrup MT,Steen-Hansen C,Lundstrøm LH,Andreasen AM,Lange KHW

更新日期：2020-01-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The primary goal of this study was to determine whether administration of intrathecal morphine reduces postoperative pain. The secondary goal was to determine the effect of intrathecal morphine upon circulating levels of the weakly analgesic endocannabinoids, anandamide (AEA) and 2-arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Kaczocha M,Azim S,Nicholson J,Rebecchi MJ,Lu Y,Feng T,Romeiser JL,Reinsel R,Rizwan S,Shodhan S,Volkow ND,Benveniste H

更新日期：2018-02-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tramadol is an atypical centrally acting analgesic agent available as both oral and parenteral preparations. For patients who are unable to take tramadol orally, the subcutaneous route of administration offers an easy alternative to intravenous or intramuscular routes. This study aimed to characterise the ab...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Dooney NM,Sundararajan K,Ramkumar T,Somogyi AA,Upton RN,Ong J,O'Connor SN,Chapman MJ,Ludbrook GL

更新日期：2014-05-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of our study is to test procalcitonin (PCT) as surrogate marker of identification of Candida spp. by blood culture (BC) and real-time-polymerase chain reaction (PCR), whether alone or in association with bacteria, in septic patients. METHODS:We performed a single-centre retrospective study. We revie...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Cortegiani A,Russotto V,Montalto F,Foresta G,Accurso G,Palmeri C,Raineri SM,Giarratano A

更新日期：2014-02-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intracranial-pressure (ICP) monitoring is useful for patients with increased ICP following hemorrhagic stroke. In this study, the changes in pressure gradients between the two cerebral hemispheres were investigated after hemorrhagic stroke of one side, and after a craniotomy. METHODS:Twenty-four patients wi...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Qiu W,Jiang Q,Xiao G,Wang W,Shen H

更新日期：2014-12-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fentanyl and remifentanil are widely used opioids in surgery, but it has not been evaluated whether the choice of opioids during surgery affects the patients' postoperative quality of recovery. Accordingly, we aim to compare postoperative recovery of fentanyl-based anesthesia with remifentanil-based anesthes...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Asakura A,Mihara T,Goto T

更新日期：2018-07-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The infusion of large amounts of Ringer's lactate prolongs the functional gastrointestinal recovery time and increases the number of complications after open abdominal surgery. We performed an open-labelled clinical trial to determine whether hydroxyethyl starch or Ringer's lactate exerts these adverse effec...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Li Y,He R,Ying X,Hahn RG

更新日期：2015-05-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Few studies have investigated the effect of dexmedetomidine on postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) in patients underwent gynecological laparoscopic surgery. We investigated if adding dexmedetomidine to a morphine-based patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) could decrease the incidence of PONV in this high-...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Li HJ,Liu S,Geng ZY,Li XY

更新日期：2020-01-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The passive ventilation of nonventilated lung results in tidal gas movement (TGM) and thus affects lung collapse. The present study aimed to measure the volume of TGM and to analyse the relevant factors of the TGM index (TGM/body surface area). METHODS:One hundred eight patients scheduled for elective thora...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Wei J,Gao L,Sun F,Zhang M,Gu W

更新日期：2020-01-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effort to improve tracheal intubation process is clinically valuable. We hypothesized that a preoperative brief exercise therapy would increase mouth opening and neck extension, enhancing intubation conditions during general anesthesia. METHODS:Patients undergoing general anesthesia were randomized into...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Lee SY,Bae SI,Do SH,Sohn JT,Park JW

更新日期：2020-01-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lumbar puncture for spinal or epidural anesthesia is commonly performed by palpating bony landmarks, but identification of the desired intervertebral level is often inaccurate. It is unclear whether such inaccuracy is related to patient factors, such as body mass index and degree of lumbar flexion. We hypoth...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Lin N,Li Y,Bebawy JF,Dong J,Hua L

更新日期：2015-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effect of local infiltration after breast surgery is controversial. This prospective double blind randomized study sought to document the analgesic effect of local anaesthetic infiltration after breast cancer surgery. METHODS:Patients scheduled for mastectomy or tumorectomy and axillary nodes dissection...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Vigneau A,Salengro A,Berger J,Rouzier R,Barranger E,Marret E,Bonnet F

更新日期：2011-11-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tenascin-C is a pro-inflammatory glycoprotein with various biological functions. High expression of tenascin-C is found in inflammation, tissue remodeling, and autoimmune diseases. However, its expression and clinical significance in sepsis remain unclear. This study was designed to investigate the relations...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Yuan W,Zhang W,Yang X,Zhou L,Hanghua Z,Xu K

更新日期：2018-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In what way volume, concentration and dose affect block duration is controversial. The purpose of the present study is to investigate the effect of dose, volume and concentration of mepivacaine on the duration of sensory and motor blockade in ultrasound-guided single shot axillary brachial plexus blockade. ...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Fenten MG,Schoenmakers KP,Heesterbeek PJ,Scheffer GJ,Stienstra R

更新日期：2015-09-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Surgical patients are asked to fast for a sufficient duration to ensure that the amount of residual liquid in the stomach is within the safe range, thereby reducing the risk of gastric reflux perioperatively. The authors hypothesized that subjective hunger numerical rating scale (NRS) score could also help a...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Weiji Q,Shitong L,Yu L,Tianfang H,Ning K,Lina Z

更新日期：2018-01-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Quadratus lumborum block (QLB) is an effective analgesia that lowers opioid consumption after lower abdominal and hip surgeries. The subcostal approach to transmuscular QLB is a novel technique that can provide postoperative analgesia by blocking more dermatomes. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effi...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Zhu M,Qi Y,He H,Lou J,Pei Q,Mei Y

更新日期：2019-08-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Compared to conventional tidal volume ventilation, low tidal-volume ventilation reduces mortality in cased of acute respiratory distress syndrome. The aim of the present study is to determine whether low tidal-volume ventilation reduces the production of inflammatory mediators in the lungs and improves physi...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Sato H,Nakamura K,Baba Y,Terada S,Goto T,Kurahashi K

更新日期：2016-07-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is the most common treatment for end-stage knee osteoarthritis and continuous femoral nerve block (CFNB) has become the gold standard for analgesia. But the lack of knowledge about CFNB and patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) often leads to inappropriate dose of medications and i...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Lin X,Zhou Y,Zheng H,Zhang J,Wang X,Liu K,Wang J,Guo X,Li Z,Han B

更新日期：2019-08-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mismanagement of remifentanil leads to severe side effects such as opioid-induced tolerance and hyperalgesia. Recently studies revealed an alternative withdrawal method to limit these side effects. A gradual withdrawal of remifentanil seems to be associated with less pain. The hypothesis of this double-blind...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Saxena S,Gonsette K,Terram W,Huybrechts I,Nahrwold DA,Cappello M,Barvais L,Engelman E

更新日期：2019-04-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We report a case of severe upper airway obstruction due to a retropharyngeal hematoma that presented nearly one day after a precipitating traumatic injury. Retropharyngeal hematomas are rare, but may cause life-threatening airway compromise. CASE PRESENTATION:A 50 year-old man developed severe dyspnea with ...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Lazott LW,Ponzo JA,Puana RB,Artz KS,Ciceri DP,Culp WC Jr

更新日期：2007-03-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sugammadex reverses neuromuscular block (NMB) through binding aminosteroid neuromuscular blocking agents. Although sugammadex appears to be highly selective, it can interact with other drugs, like corticosteroids. A prospective single-blinded randomized clinical trial was designed to explore the significance...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Rezonja K,Mars T,Jerin A,Kozelj G,Pozar-Lukanovic N,Sostaric M

更新日期：2016-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The objectives of the present study was to evaluate the effect of fluid challenge (FC) on ventriculo-arterial (V-A) coupling, its determinants: arterial elastance and ventricular elastance, and ability to predict fluid responsiveness. METHODS:Thirty patients admitted to cardio-thoracic ICU in whom the physi...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Huette P,Abou-Arab O,Longrois D,Guinot PG

更新日期：2020-07-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Children require anesthesia for MRI to maintain immobility and reduce discomfort; clear indications about the best anesthesiologic management are lacking and each center developed its own protocol. Moreover, children with neuropsychiatric disorders more likely require sedation and are described in literature...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Mongodi S,Ottonello G,Viggiano R,Borrelli P,Orcesi S,Pichiecchio A,Balottin U,Mojoli F,Iotti GA

更新日期：2019-12-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although mortality after cardiac surgery has significantly decreased in the last decade, patients still experience clinically relevant postoperative complications. Among others, atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common consequence of cardiac surgery, which is associated with prolonged hospitalization and increas...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Todorov H,Janssen I,Honndorf S,Bause D,Gottschalk A,Baasner S,Volkert T,Faerber V,Stover JF,Westphal M,Ellger B

更新日期：2017-12-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Carbohydrate-rich liquid drinks (CRLDs) have been recommended to attenuate insulin resistance by shortening the preoperative fasting interval. The aim of our study the effect of preoperative oral administration of CRLDs on the well-being and clinical status of patients. METHODS:A randomized, double blind, p...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Sada F,Krasniqi A,Hamza A,Gecaj-Gashi A,Bicaj B,Kavaja F

更新日期：2014-10-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute kidney injury (AKI) occurs frequently after liver transplant surgery and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. While the impact of intraoperative hypotension (IOH) on postoperative AKI has been well demonstrated in patients undergoing a wide variety of non-cardiac surgeries, it remain...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Joosten A,Lucidi V,Ickx B,Van Obbergh L,Germanova D,Berna A,Alexander B,Desebbe O,Carrier FM,Cherqui D,Adam R,Duranteau J,Saugel B,Vincent JL,Rinehart J,Van der Linden P

更新日期：2021-01-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Maintaining the cuff pressure of endotracheal tubes (ETTs) within 20-30 cmH2O is a standard practice. The aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of standard practice in maintaining cuff pressure within the target range. METHODS:This was a prospective observational study conducted in a tertiary-c...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Alzahrani AR,Al Abbasi S,Abahoussin OK,Al Shehri TO,Al-Dorzi HM,Tamim HM,Sadat M,Arabi YM

更新日期：2015-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Topical anesthesia is a crucial step in awake endotracheal intubation for providing favorable intubation conditions. The standard of care technique for awake intubation at our institution, which consists of oropharyngeal tetracaine spray, can result in inadequate mucosal anesthesia. Therefore, we sought to c...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Han C,Li P,Guo Z,Guo Y,Sun L,Chen G,Qiu X,Mi W,Zhang C,Berra L

更新日期：2020-12-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Splenectomy performed with a curved incision results in severe postoperative pain. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of transversus abdominis plane block and rectus sheath block on postoperative pain relief and recovery. METHODS:A total of 150 patients were randomized into the control (C), le...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Zhu JL,Wang XT,Gong J,Sun HB,Zhao XQ,Gao W

更新日期：2020-01-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Sweden, airway guidelines aimed toward improving patient safety have been recommended by the Swedish Society of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine. Adherence to evidence-based airway guidelines is known to be generally poor in Sweden. The aim of this study was to determine whether airway guidelines a...

journal_title：BMC anesthesiology

authors： Knudsen K,Pöder U,Högman M,Larsson A,Nilsson U

更新日期：2014-04-07 00:00:00