Author: Cardiac Anesthesiologist The risk of infection is dependent on the procedure and the level of barrier protection. Guidelines for monitoring have been published by the Association of Anaesthetists and should be followed at all times. Infection control while using ultrasound. Ultrasound is used for many anaesthetic procedures. The probe should have a sterile protective cover for each […]
Read MoreDG Journal Club AUTHORS Ellyn K Dunbar, Phil J Greer et al. Am J Gastroenterol. 2021 Jul 8 INTRODUCTION Recurrent acute pancreatitis (RAP) and chronic pancreatitis (CP) are progressive inflammatory syndromes with variable features. Pain is the primary feature that contributes to low physical and mental quality of life with a third of patients reporting […]
Read MoreAuthor: Aaron Kadola Medical News Today COVID-19 causes a range of symptoms, including headaches that can vary from person to person. These headaches may feel like a pulsating or stabbing sensation in the head. They may last a few days and go away on their own or require treatment. Headaches are a common health complaint. […]
Read MoreDG Journal Club AUTHORS Pule Li, Xia Kang et al. Medicine (Baltimore). 2021 Jul 16 BACKGROUND Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) is an important part of the lung protection strategies for one-lung ventilation (OLV). However, a fixed PEEP value is not suitable for all patients. Our objective was to determine the prevention of individualized PEEP on […]
Read MoreAuthor: George Kovacs Cardiac Anesthesiologist Continue BMV between attempts, call for help and remember each attempt mandates a different approach. 1. If SpO2 permits allow a maximum of 3 attempts. 2. For direct or Macintosh videolaryngoscopy optimize technique, ELM, head position and consider using adjuncts. 3. If there is hold up at the glottic inlet when using a bougie, rotate […]
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