Abstract Cataract surgery is probably the most frequently performed surgical procedure in industrialized nations. Patients’ multiple medical comorbidities and advanced age make ocular regional anesthesia a safe modality. The anesthesiologist…
Abstract Sedation can be categorized into several different levels from “minimal” to “deep” and (ultimately) as general anesthesia. Complications associated with sedation have been well documented. They are most commonly…
Abstract Pulmonary hypertension is associated with increased morbidity and mortality in patients undergoing surgery. It is important to understand the pathophysiology and causes. Early diagnosis and detection of right ventricular…
Abstract Preterm deliveries have decreased in recent years due to early diagnosis, pharmacologic interventions, and better monitoring technique. Preterm delivery causes significant morbidity and mortality. The American College of Obstetric…
Keywords coagulopathy, major obstetric hemorrhage, postpartum hemorrhage (PPH), resuscitation Case Synopsis A 29-year-old woman, gravida 4, para 2, has been delivered of a 4200-g infant. Her labor had been…
Abstract The posterior fossa contains a number of vitally important neuronal and vascular structures, and surgery in this particular portion of the brain presents challenges for both the surgeon and…
Case Synopsis A 4-year-old boy presents for inguinal hernia repair. In the preoperative holding area, he appears scared and agitated and refuses to leave his mother’s lap. On separation, he…
Abstract Diabetes insipidus is commonly seen following pituitary surgery. Characterized by increased urine output, hypo-osmotic urine, and serum hypernatremia, diabetes insipidus is frequently transient and may require intraopertaive mangaement. However,…
Abstract Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is characterized by atherosclerotic occlusive disease of the lower extremities. PAD, cerebrovascular disease, and coronary artery disease are the three major syndromes of atherosclerosis. PAD…
Abstract With modern lung isolation techniques, hypoxemia during one-lung ventilation is a much less frequent occurrence. When it does occur, however, it can be a challenge for the anesthesiologist. This…
