abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The quality of combined spinal-epidural anaesthesia mainly depends on accurate identification of the epidural space. The real-time ultrasound control of the procedure for puncture was therefore evaluated. METHODS:Thirty parturients scheduled for Caesarean section were randomized to three equal...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Grau T,Leipold RW,Fatehi S,Martin E,Motsch J

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:We compared the effects of sub-Tenon's local anaesthetic block and placebo on peri-operative opioid requirement and cardiovascular stability and on postoperative pain, nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing vitreo-retinal surgery under general anaesthesia. METHODS:We studied 43 patients un...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Farmery AD,Shlugman D,Rahman R,Rosen P

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:When continuous infusions of neuromuscular blocking drugs are administered during lengthy interventions and no routine antagonism of their effects is applied, there is a dramatic incidence of residual curarization. We have examined whether the use of neuromuscular transmission monitoring result...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Cammu G,De Keersmaecker K,Casselman F,Coddens J,Hendrickx J,Van Praet E,Deloof T

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Previous studies have shown that L-type voltage-sensitive Ca2+ channel blocking agents increased and the L-type Ca2+ channel activator Bay K 8644 reduced the general anaesthetic potency in animals. As the bispectral index correlates with the depth of sedation, we examined whether L-type Ca2+ ch...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Hirota K,Kabara S,Kushikata T,Kitayama M,Ishihara H,Matsuki A

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:We set out to compare the efficacy of clevidipine and sodium nitroprusside infusions in the control of blood pressure and the haemodynamic changes they produce in hypertensive patients after operation for elective coronary bypass grafting. METHODS:Thirty patients were randomly allocated to rec...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Powroznyk AV,Vuylsteke A,Naughton C,Misso SL,Holloway J,Jolin-Mellgård A,Latimer RD,Nordlander M,Feneck RO

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Administration of calcium safely and effectively reverses many of the electrophysiological actions of hyperkalaemia, but it has not been studied for pretreatment. Based on cellular studies, magnesium also has been suggested to prevent the effects of potassium on the heart. As their mechanisms o...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Hollmann MW,Strümper D,Salmons VA,Washington JM,Durieux ME

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Statins are prescribed for patients with hypercholesterolemia. Atorvastatin is metabolized by cytochrome P4503A4 and inhibits P4503A4 activity in vitro. Alfentanil is a potent opioid used in clinical anaesthetic practice and is also metabolized by P4503A4. This study tested the hypothesis that ...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： McDonnell CG,Malkan D,Van Pelt FD,Shorten GD

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Transurethral prostatectomy is routinely performed under spinal anaesthesia. This technique can cause hypotension, which is particularly undesirable in the elderly. The objective was to compare spinal anaesthesia for transurethral prostatectomy using hyperbaric bupivacaine 15 mg (control group)...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Walsh KH,Murphy C,Iohom G,Cooney C,McAdoo J

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:A variable incidence rate of renal dysfunction (3-35%) after cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass has been reported. The aim was to define the typical pattern of renal dysfunction that follows coronary surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass using albumin, immunoglobulin (IgG), alpha1-microg...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Faulí A,Gomar C,Campistol JM,Alvarez L,Manig AM,Matute P

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The study compared the analgesic efficacy and safety of two preoperatively administered cyclo-oxygenase-2 inhibitors, celecoxib and rofecoxib. METHODS:Ninety adult patients undergoing thyroid surgery were divided into three groups (each n = 30). They were given a single oral dose of placebo, c...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Karamanlioğlu B,Arar C,Alagöl A,Colak A,Gemlik I,Süt N

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:We investigated the following aspects of pharmacokinetic-guided total intravenous anaesthesia with remifentanil and propofol in patients undergoing surgical myocardial revascularization: anaesthetic efficacy, haemodynamic effects, impact on extubation of the trachea and analgesia after operatio...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Guarracino F,Penzo D,De Cosmo D,Vardanega A,De Stefani R

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The effects of sevoflurane on bupivacaine cardiotoxicity are mainly attributed to systemic effects. The purpose of this study was to investigate the direct myocardial effects of sevoflurane on bupivacaine toxicity. METHODS:Hearts of 30 Wistar albino rats were isolated and mounted on a Langendo...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Bozkurt P,Süzer O,Ekici E,Demirci O,Kaya G,Hacibekiroğlu M

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:General anaesthesia may contribute to postoperative cognitive decline in the elderly. The aim was to determine the effects of repeated pentobarbital anaesthesia throughout life on central cholinergic function in the rat. METHODS:Young Lewis rats were randomly allocated to two groups. The anaes...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Hanning CD,Blokland A,Johnson M,Perry EK

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Because gastric mucosal PCO2 must be referenced to arterial values via a gastric-to-arterial PCO2 gap (Pg-aCO2), the gastric-to-end-tidal PCO2 difference (Pg-ETCO2) may be proposed as a surrogate method to monitor Pg-aCO2. However, the influence of arterial-to-end-tidal PCO2 (Pa-ETCO2) on its v...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Lebuffe G,Onimus T,Vallet B

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:We assessed the intraoperative haemodynamic responses and recovery profiles of total intravenous anaesthesia with remifentanil and alfentanil for outpatient surgery. METHODS:Patients in Group 1 (n = 20) received alfentanil 20 microg kg(-1) followed by 2 microg kg(-1) min(-1) intravenously; pat...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Alper I,Erhan E,Ugur G,Ozyar B

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The effects of altering the concentration of a local anaesthetic on the development of epidural anaesthesia in pregnant females are unclear. We compared the anaesthetic effects of a constant dose of two different concentrations of epidural lidocaine for Caesarean section. METHODS:After Institu...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Nakayama M,Yamamoto J,Ichinose H,Yamamoto S,Kanaya N,Namiki A

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:We assessed the analgesic efficacy of postoperative epidural infusions of ropivacaine 0.1 and 0.2% combined with sufentanil 1 microg mL(-1) in a prospective, randomized, double-blinded study. METHODS:Twenty-two ASA I-III patients undergoing elective total-knee replacement were included. Lumbar...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Kampe S,Diefenbach C,Kanis B,Auweiler M,Kiencke P,Cranfield K

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The aim of this prospective, randomized study was to compare the preparation and discharge times, the side-effects and patient satisfaction after gynaecological outpatient procedures performed using either spinal block or total intravenous anaesthesia with propofol and remifentanil. METHODS:Wi...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Danelli G,Berti M,Casati A,Albertin A,Deni F,Nobili F,Torri G

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Previous studies have shown that general anaesthetic agents modulate the production of hypothalamic prostaglandins (PG) D2 and E2, which are mediators of sleep and wakefulness respectively. Although flurbiprofen, a cyclo-oxygenase inhibitor, is used clinically as a non-steroidal anti-inflammato...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Hirota K,Fukushi S,Baba S,Matsuki A

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The epidural and subarachnoid spaces should be identified at the first attempt, since multiple punctures increase the risk of postdural puncture headache, epidural haematoma and neural trauma. The study aimed to describe the predictors of successful neuraxial blocks at the first attempt. METHO...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： de Filho GR,Gomes HP,da Fonseca MH,Hoffman JC,Pederneiras SG,Garcia JH

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stellate ganglion block is a selective sympathetic block that affects the ipsilateral head, neck, upper extremity and upper part of the thorax. Convulsions are a recognized complication of intra-arterial injection during stellate ganglion block. As central nervous system toxicity depends ultimately on the concentratio...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Mahli A,Coskun D,Akcali DT

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Drug mixtures containing sufentanil may be unstable owing to absorption into the drug reservoirs of patient-controlled epidural analgesia systems that contain polyvinylchloride. The stability of sufentanil in a mixture of ropivacaine 0.2% in a 750 mL reservoir was therefore investigated. METHO...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Brodner G,Ermert T,Van Aken H,Westphal M,Marcus MA,Gogarten W,Goeters C,Bürkle H

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Unilateral paravertebral nerve blockade has been reported to produce excellent afferent nerve block, reduce the incidence of postoperative nausea and vomiting, and reduce hospital stay following inguinal hernia repair. The aim was to compare the use of bilateral paravertebral blocks to regular ...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Naja Z,Ziade MF,Lönnqvist PA

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Amiodarone is very effective against a variety of dysrhythmias but has poor pharmacodynamic properties and many undesired side-effects. Its short- and rapid-acting derivative E 047/1 may circumvent some of these drawbacks. It is easier to titrate while retaining the high efficacy of amiodarone ...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Gombotz H,Vicenzi M,Mahla E,Rehak P,Metzler H

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:We investigated whether glibenclamide (glyburide) affects myocardial metabolism and hydroxyl radical formation in the rat heart-lung preparation with or without inhalation anaesthetics. METHODS:Thirty-seven male Wistar rats were allocated to four groups: (a) control group (C), received vehicle...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Kashimoto S,Furuya A,Kume M,Yamaguchi T,Kumazawa T

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The intubating laryngeal mask is designed to act as a ventilatory device and as an aid to blind tracheal intubation in adults. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of the intubating laryngeal mask for ventilation of the lungs and tracheal intubation in children using video-endosco...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Weiss M,Schwarz U,Dillier C,Fischer J,Gerber AC

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Malignant hyperthermia is an autosomal-dominant inherited disorder of the skeletal muscle cell characterized by a hypermetabolic response to all commonly used inhalational anaesthetics and depolarizing muscle relaxants. The clinical syndrome includes muscle rigidity, hypercapnia, tachycardia and myoglobinuria as resul...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Wappler F

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Laparoscopic and open surgery have been compared with conflicting results regarding their systemic responses. The sensitivity of biochemical markers that are used to discriminate between the stress responses to different types of surgery varies from study to study. We wanted to evaluate the str...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Rorarius MG,Kujansuu E,Baer GA,Suominen P,Teisala K,Miettinen A,Ylitalo P,Laippala P

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The gamma-aminobutyric acidA receptor (GABAAR) is a target for anaesthetic agents. We investigated the interactions of sevoflurane with a recombinant GABAAR. Emphasis was on the mechanism of block, as relevant open-channel block by a volatile anaesthetic would possibly explain prolonged GABAerg...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Hapfelmeier G,Schneck H,Kochs E

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diabetes mellitus is the most common metabolic disease and its incidence is increasing. New classifications have been recently proposed based upon a better knowledge of pathogenesis, mechanisms of glucose transport and insulin resistance. The perioperative care of diabetic patients is less dependent on blood-glucose c...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Scherpereel PA,Tavernier B

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The effect of anaesthesia induced by intrathecal injection of 6.3% MgSO4 or 4% lidocaine on intracellular electrolyte homeostasis in spinal cord neurones of a rat model was investigated. METHODS:Intracellular Ca2+, Mg2+, Na+ and K+ concentrations were determined at different times after intrat...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Bahar M,Berman S,Chanimov M,Weissgarten J,Averbukh Z,Cohen ML,Grinshpon Y

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Perioperative myocardial infarction or ischaemia is a potential consequence of cardiac surgery and elevated free fatty acids can increase the severity of myocardial ischaemic damage. We investigated perioperative changes in serum free fatty acids, and other serum lipids, as a consequence of using propofol infusions fo...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Inoue S,Takauchi Y,Kayamori Y,Kuro M,Furuya H

更新日期：2001-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:To investigate whether the administration of ketamine before induction with propofol produces a smaller decrease in arterial pressure. METHODS:Twenty-two patients were assigned to one of two groups to receive either propofol with ketamine (n = 11) or propofol alone (n = 11, control). Anaesthes...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Furuya A,Matsukawa T,Ozaki M,Nishiyama T,Kume M,Kumazawa T

更新日期：2001-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIM:This study assessed the accuracy of using capnography with a modified, hollow gum elastic bougie in predicting tracheal intubation, and its effectiveness as a method of apnoeic oxygenation. METHODS:Patients were randomly allocated to having the gum elastic bougie inserted, under anaesthesia, in the ...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Millar FA,Hutchison GL,Glavin R

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is assumed that diabetic patients with uraemia have more complications at renal transplantation than those who are not diabetic. We compared the preoperative ECGs, and invasive perioperative haemodynamic and oxygenation parameters in 15 diabetic and 15 non-diabetic uraemic patients undergoing renal transplantation....

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Norio K,Mäkisalo H,Isoniemi H,Groop PH,Pere P,Lindgren L

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a case of pulmonary embolism that occurred during the injection of lipiodol during transcatheter arterial chemoembolization under general anaesthesia. A 7-year-old child suffering from a large hepatoblastoma was admitted for arterial chemoembolization and carcinostatic administration. Pulmonary embolism due...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Yamaura K,Higashi M,Akiyoshi K,Itonaga Y,Inoue H,Takahashi S

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arterial carbon dioxide partial pressure measurements using the NBP-75 microstream capnometer were compared with direct PaCO2 values in patients who were (a) not intubated and spontaneously breathing, and (b) patients receiving intermittent positive pressure ventilation of the lungs and endotracheal anaesthesia. Twent...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Casati A,Gallioli G,Scandroglio M,Passaretta R,Borghi B,Torri G

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to elucidate the influence of four neuromuscular blocking substances on coronary vascular tone using the model of isolated porcine coronary artery segments. We studied the effects of four muscle relaxants, atracurium, pancuronium, rocuronium, and vecuronium (0.1, 1, and 10 microg mL-1 each), ...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Klockgether-Radke AP,Haemmerle A,Kettler D,Hellige G

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with bilateral corneal blindness in whom corneal transplantation has either been unsuccessful or inappropriate may be considered for osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis surgery. During a two-stage procedure the surface of the cornea is removed and covered with a graft of buccal mucosa. An optical cylinder, supporte...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Skelton VA,Henderson K,Liu C

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We prospectively evaluated the effects of pneumoperitoneum and reverse Trendelenburg position on cardiopulmonary function in 20 ASA physical status II-III morbidly obese patients (body mass index > 35 kg m(-2)) undergoing laparoscopic gastric banding. After general anaesthesia was induced, patients' lungs were ventila...

journal_title：European journal of anaesthesiology

authors： Casati A,Comotti L,Tommasino C,Leggieri C,Bignami E,Tarantino F,Torri G

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00