This is the Cat 1 section of neuroradiology: every minute hundreds of thousands of neurons die. There needs to be meticulous maintenance of blood pressure. You will be in an unfamiliar environment- one of the IR theatres. GA is favoured here as there is a higher chance of clot retrieval and therefore better functional outcome.Continue reading “Stroke Thrombectomy”
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Lap appendix
Staple fodder of CEPOD. This recipe is for a straightforward lap appendix. Pre-op Peri-op Post-op Alternatives/ advanced techniques
Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) under GA
Below is an anaesthetic recipe for carotid endarterectomy under general anaesthetic. They can also be performed under regional. Pre-op Peri-op Post-op
THR – Total Hip Replacement
The focus here is on early mobilisation and discharge, using enhanced recovery protocols. Patients tend to have been well briefed to expect a spinal +/- sedation
Cardioversion (DCCV)
The procedure itself is very short, but intensely stimulating. Perfect for short acting drugs. Awareness and recall are common, reflecting deep sedation more than true general anaesthesia. Pre-op Usually a day case Check they have been correctly anticoagulated- minimum of preceding 3 weeks May have significant cardiovascular, respiratory disease. Also obesity, diabetes, OSA Check pre-opContinue reading “Cardioversion (DCCV)”
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