Pain Management
Abstract The inadequate management of postcraniotomy pain may be associated with a greater incidence of complications postprocedure and increase in the duration of hospital stay. There may be severe pain…
Universal Precautions in the Intensive Care Unit
Abstract Nosocomial infections, or health care–associated infections (HCAI), are a global problem. The basis of success of any effort for decreasing HCAI rates is the compliance of health care providers…
Brain Death and Ethical Issues in Neuroanesthesia Practice
Abstract With scientific advancements and fast growth in medical technology, functions of many organs including heart, lungs, kidneys, and pancreas can be supported artificially. This required the definition of death…
Evidence-Based Practice of Neuroanesthesia
Abstract Evidence-based practice involves conscientious decision-making, which is based on the best available evidence as well as preferences and patient characteristics. Neuroanesthesiology is a rapidly growing superspecialty branch of medicine…
Crystalloid and Colloid Fluids
Abstract Infusion fluids are essential components in the treatment of the patient undergoing neurosurgery. Conventional isotonic and nearly isotonic crystalloid and colloids fluids are used to maintain adequate hemodynamics and…
Organ Donation
Abstract Organ transplantation is now an accepted and widespread treatment of otherwise fatal organ failure. Living organ donation is the optimal pathway but with the least capacity to meet needs….
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Critically Ill Patients
Abstract Intensive care unit (ICU)–acquired weakness is one of the most frequent complications after ICU admission. The resulting sequelae may occur even years after discharge from the ICU; unfortunately, there…
Neurological Patients for Nonneurosurgeries
Abstract Neurological diseases affect the functions of the central nervous system (CNS) and the neuromuscular system. Preexisting CNS diseases have important implications regarding the selection of anesthetic drugs, techniques, monitoring,…
Fluids and Electrolyte Management
Abstract Perioperative fluid management in neurosurgery is optimal with a strategic goal of therapy and a comprehension of the underlying pathophysiology. The aim of therapy is maintenance of normovolemia, and…
Anesthesia for Electroconvulsive Therapy
Abstract Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) has been shown to be an effective and safe nonpharmacological treatment modality for a variety of severe neuropsychiatric disorders. Today, it is in worldwide use in…
