Intraoperative care for aortic surgery using circulatory arrest. [PDF]
The total circulatory arrest (CA) is necessary to achieve optimal surgical conditions in certain aortic pathologies, especially in those affecting the ascending aorta and aortic arch. During this procedure it is necessary to protect all the organs of ischemia, especially those of the central nervous system and for this purpose several strategies have ...
Fernández Suárez FE+3 more
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Role of intraoperative processes of care during major upper gastrointestinal oncological resection in postoperative outcomes: a scoping review protocol [PDF]
Introduction Optimal delivery and organisation of care is critical for surgical outcomes and healthcare systems efficiency. Anaesthesia volumes have been recently associated with improved postoperative recovery outcomes; however, the mechanism is unclear.
Angela Jerath+10 more
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Effect of intraoperative ketorolac on postanesthesia care unit comfort
The efficacy of intraoperatively administered ketorolac for the prophylactic treatment of pain in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU) was examined in a prospective, double-blinded study. Thirty patients undergoing general anesthesia for orthopedic or lower abdominal surgery were randomized into two groups.
John B. Valdrighi+4 more
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Challenges of Intraoperative Documentation and Its Role in Patient Safety: An Integrative Review [PDF]
Background: Accurate and complete intraoperative documentation is crucial for maintaining consistency in patient care, facilitating handoffs between surgical teams, and evaluating outcomes.
Leila Akbari+2 more
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Perioperative Point-of-Care Ultrasound Utilization in Abdominal Organ Transplantation. Part I: Preoperative and Intraoperative Care. [PDF]
Grell R+6 more
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Surgical Site Infection Prophylaxis and Wound Management in Spine Surgery [PDF]
Surgical site infection (SSI) is a potentially devastating complication of spinal surgery that increases patient morbidity and healthcare costs. SSIs have complex and multifactorial etiologies; therefore, there are numerous opportunities for prevention ...
Alexandra J. White+4 more
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Intraoperative care of severe bronchospasm [PDF]
The incidence of asthma, a chronic inflammatory disease of the airway that increases the risk of intraoperative bronchospasm, is increasing and thus a higher number of asthmatic patients are presenting for anesthetic care.
J. Du, J. D. Tobias
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Perioperative cutaneous complications in an elderly patient due to inappropriate use of a forced-air warming device and underbody blanket: a case report [PDF]
Forced-air warming is commonly utilized to prevent perioperative hypothermia. Underbody warming blankets are often employed to secure a larger area for patient warming. While forced-air warming systems are generally regarded as safe, improper usage poses
Myounghun Kim+4 more
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Using pressure mapping intraoperatively to prevent pressure ulcers—A quasi‐experimental study
Background and Aim Patients undergoing surgery are at high risk of developing pressure ulcers. However, pressure ulcer prevention in the operating room department is demanding and restricted.
Eva B. M. Sving+3 more
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The SingHealth Perioperative and Anesthesia Subject Area Registry (PASAR), a large-scale perioperative data mart and registry [PDF]
Background To enhance perioperative outcomes, a perioperative registry that integrates high-quality real-world data throughout the perioperative period is essential.
Hairil Rizal Abdullah+6 more
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