Towards an automated multimodal clinical decision support system at the post anesthesia care unit
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DOI: 10.1016/j.compbiomed.2018.07.018
Abstract: BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to develop a predictive algorithm detecting early signs of deterioration (ESODs) in the post anesthesia care unit (PACU), thus being able to intervene earlier in the future to… read more here.
Keywords: anesthesia care; care unit; post anesthesia; system ... See more keywords
Incidence of complications in the post-anesthesia care unit and associated healthcare utilization in patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery requiring neuromuscular blockade 2005-2013: A single center study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2017.09.005
Abstract: STUDY OBJECTIVE The use of neuromuscular blockade agents (NMBA), had been associated with significant residual post-operative paralysis and morbidity. There is a lack of clinical evidence on incidence of postoperative complications within the post-anesthesia care… read more here.
Keywords: incidence; care unit; post anesthesia; anesthesia care ... See more keywords
Incidence and predicting factors of perioperative complications during monitored anesthesia care for awake craniotomy.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2020.109811
Abstract: STUDY OBJECTIVE To assess incidence and predicting factors of awake craniotomy complications. DESIGN Retrospective cohort study. SETTING Operating room and Post Anesthesia Care unit. PATIENTS 162 patients who underwent 188 awake craniotomy procedures for brain… read more here.
Keywords: awake craniotomy; predicting factors; anesthesia care; event group ... See more keywords
The effect of intraoperative dexmedetomidine administration on length of stay in the post-anesthesia care unit in ambulatory surgery: A hospital registry study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2021.110284
Abstract: STUDY OBJECTIVE Dexmedetomidine, which is commonly used for procedural sedation and as adjunct to general anesthesia for ambulatory procedures, may affect patient discharge from the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU). We hypothesized that intraoperative dexmedetomidine use… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; anesthesia; anesthesia care; length stay ... See more keywords
Administering Ketamine Infusions for Depression: Embracing Change in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jopan.2021.06.024
Abstract: Background Information Ketamine infusions are emerging as a novel treatment therapy for patients with severe treatment resistant depression. Across the country, there are limited options for receiving ketamine infusions outside of an academic based medical… read more here.
Keywords: anesthesia care; ketamine infusions; treatment; post anesthesia ... See more keywords
The impact of routine post-anesthesia care unit extubation for pediatric surgical patients on safety and operating room efficiency.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.09.019
Abstract: PURPOSE Maximizing operating room (OR) efficiency is essential for hospital cost containment and effective patient throughput. Little data is available regarding the safety and efficacy of extubation of children in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU)… read more here.
Keywords: unit; post anesthesia; anesthesia care; extubation ... See more keywords
Pediatric post-anesthesia care unit discharge criteria: a scoping review protocol.
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DOI: 10.11124/jbisrir-2016-003325
Abstract: REVIEW OBJECTIVE/QUESTION The objectives of this review are to explore existing literature on discharge criteria, tools and strategies utilized in pediatric post-anesthesia care units (PACUs) after outpatient surgery, examine and conceptually map the evidence, and… read more here.
Keywords: discharge criteria; post anesthesia; pediatric post; anesthesia care ... See more keywords
From research to a political commitment to strengthen access to surgical, obstetric, and anesthesia care in Africa by 2030
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DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1168805
Abstract: Objective This study aimed to engage African leaders and key stakeholders to commit themselves toward the strengthening of surgical, obstetric, and anesthesia care systems by 2030 in Africa. Methods From research to a political commitment,… read more here.
Keywords: obstetric anesthesia; commitment; anesthesia care; care ... See more keywords