Abstract Introduction Clinical progress relies heavily on research, however, recent years have seen distortions in this process due to the “publish or perish” model. This model is further amplified by…
Abstract Tracheostomy is often indicated for patients requiring prolonged ventilation, as it can facilitate weaning from the ventilator, reduce work of breathing and allow cessation of sedation. Optimal timing and…
Abstract The obstetric population has an increased risk of difficult airways due to changes, with a mortality rate of 1 death per 90 failed intubations. Recently guidelines for difficult airway…
Abstract Invasive ventilation is a critical respiratory support technology in the intensive care unit (ICU). Increasing evidence suggests that early liberation from invasive ventilation can benefit patients. However, further research…
Abstract Intravenous fluid administration is an essential and life-saving procedure in every hospital setting. Balancing fluid resuscitation could be challenging due to the risk associated with both hypovolemia and hypervolemia….
Abstract Background High flow nasal oxygen (HFNO) therapy delivers pure oxygen at rates over 40 L/min during preoxygenation and 60 L/min during apnoea, preventing hypoxia and extending safe apnoeic time. HFNO is…
Abstract Background Managing difficult airways with restricted mouth opening remains a challenge. In this regard, flexible bronchoscopes (FB) are considered the gold standard, offering precise tube placement. However, they require…
Abstract Background Tracheostomy is increasingly performed as a planned procedure for a wide range of indications. While superficial cervical plexus block (SCPB) is widely used as regional anesthesia for tracheostomy,…
Abstract Background Postoperative pain requires effective management. This study reviews the effectiveness and safety of dipyrone/metamizole for postoperative pain management in adults and children. Materials and methods The online databases…
Abstract The anterior mediastinal mass (AMM) is a rare but life-threatening entity in an infant. The symptoms mostly depend on the size and the extent of the tumour and its…
