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Effects of oropharyngeal neuromuscular stimulation on the volumetric enlarged and reduced tongue base in minipigs

The Anatomical Record, EarlyView.
Abstract Hypoglossal nerve or tongue protruding muscle stimulation is a current treatment option for obstructive sleep apnea. Thus, the present study analyzed 3D deformations of the volumetric enlarged and reduced tongue base upon oropharyngeal neuromuscular stimulation.
Sydney Chen, Doris Haydee Rosero Salazar, Zi‐Jun Liu   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Assessment of Pulse Oximeter Perfusion Index in Pediatric Caudal Block under Basal Ketamine Anesthesia

The Scientific World Journal, 2013
Whether pulse oximeter perfusion index (PI) may be applied to detect the onset of caudal block in pediatric patients under ketamine intravenous basal anesthesia is investigated.
Zifeng Xu, Jianhai Zhang, Hao Shen, Jijian Zheng   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Segmental composition and nerve distribution of the brachial plexus in Galictis cuja

The Anatomical Record, EarlyView.
Abstract Galictis cuja is a neotropical mustelid with terrestrial locomotor habits, yet the anatomy of its brachial plexus has remained undescribed. This study characterizes the origin, organization, and distribution of the brachial plexus nerves in 15 adult specimens (30 antimeres).
Natan da Cruz de Carvalho, Thais Mattos Estruc, Ingrid Bete Palmeira, Julia Fagundes Franco, Emillin Reis Bermudez, Paulo de Souza‐Junior, Marcelo Abidu‐Figueiredo   +6 more
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Cardiac morphological and morphometric analysis of Ardea alba

The Anatomical Record, EarlyView.
Abstract Ardea alba (Linnaeus, 1758) is a widely distributed heron species whose cardiovascular morphology remains poorly described. This study aimed to characterize the cardiac morphology and morphometry of adult A. alba. Ten specimens were analyzed using radiographic, morphometric, histological, scanning electron microscopy, and three‐dimensional ...
Julia Vaz Feio, Max Alex Santos Ferreira, Elane Guerreiro Giese, Érika Branco, Antônio Basílio Guerreiro Junior, Ana Rita de Lima   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

The mechanism of labor in nonhuman primates: A look inside

The Anatomical Record, EarlyView.
Abstract While in humans, the flexed position of the fetus and its rotating course down the birth canal are well documented, in other primates the mechanism of labor is unknown. Despite the lack of comparative data, it is commonly assumed that the human obstetric mechanism is unique, and anthropologists have disputed when and why the transition to the ...
Melissa K. Stoller
wiley   +1 more source

Refining caudal catheterization for anorectal surgery: a comparative study of a technique to optimize sensory block and minimize motor impairment

BMC Anesthesiology
Background The application of caudal epidural catheterization for anorectal surgery has not been systematically investigated. Methods We performed a retrospective chart review of adult patients undergoing elective anorectal surgery under caudal epidural ...
Haixuan Wu, Zhengying Li, Simin Zhang, Shuailong Yu, Ling Liu, Ning Liufu   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

A study of the effect of caudal epidural block on bispectral index targeted propofol requirement in children: A comparative study

Journal of Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons, 2015
Caudal epidural block is one of the most commonly performed neuraxial block techniques with reliable peri-operative and post-operative analgesia in pediatric patients.
Abhishek Banerjee, Bibhukalyani Das, Dipankar Mukherjee, Moushumi Khanra   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Engaging Parents in Analgesia Selection and Racial/Ethnic Differences in Analgesia Given to Pediatric Patients Undergoing Urologic Surgery

Children, 2020
Background: Family-centered care aims to consider family preferences and values in care delivery. Our study examines parent decisions regarding anesthesia type (caudal regional block or local anesthesia) among a diverse sample of children undergoing ...
Carl Lo, Patrick A. Ross, Sang Le, Eugene Kim, Matthew Keefer, Alvina Rosales   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Tips for Successful Arthroscopic Single‐Bundle Posterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

Arthroscopy Techniques, EarlyView.
Abstract Injuries to the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) are relatively common knee injuries often seen in the setting of multiligamentous knee injuries. Operative treatment for PCL injuries has been described using both single and double bundles with both open and arthroscopic techniques.
Neil Patel, Alexander P. Decilveo, Nils Calderón Tejerina, Joseph N. Liu, George F. Rick Hatch III, Bruce A. Levy   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

One‐Stage Combined Hip Arthroscopy and Derotational Femoral Osteotomy on a Postless Traction Bed

Arthroscopy Techniques, EarlyView.
Abstract Abnormal femoral torsion is associated with labral and chondral tears, hip pain, and early onset arthritis. Derotational femoral osteotomy (DFO) is the surgical treatment of choice to correct femoral torsional deformity, restore normal hip joint mechanics, and improve clinical outcomes.
Jack T. Strotbeck, Erel Ben‐Ari, Kyle S. Jamar, Jessica H. Lee, Omer Mei‐Dan   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source