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Pre-Operative, Intra-Operative, and Post-Operative Warming

Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

Perioperative hypothermia, defined as a core body temperature below 36°C, is a frequent and preventable complication associated with anesthesia and surgical procedures. The post-operative phase is crucial for reinforcing normothermia and supporting patient recovery, yet it is often overlooked in thermal management.

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Anesthesia for Eyelid Surgery

DFW Anesthesia Professionals

Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is a common cosmetic or reconstructive procedure aimed at improving the appearance and/or function of the eyelids 1. When planning anesthesia for eyelid surgery, several factors must be considered to tailor the approach to the individual patient’s needs and the nature of the procedure.

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What are the basic Surgical Instruments of the Spine?

Jalal Surgical

Spinal surgery is a medical procedure performed to address various conditions affecting the spine , including herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and deformities. Medical technology has led to less invasive procedures, which reduce recovery time and discomfort after surgery. What is the meaning of Spine Surgery? cm Caspar dura hook 24.5

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HOW LONG DOES GENERAL ANESTHESIA LAST?

The Anesthesia Consultant

How long will the anesthesia last?” The query “How long does general anesthesia last?” Intravenous anesthesia is well discussed in the textbook Miller’s Anesthesia , Ninth Edition , Chapter 23. Inhalational anesthesia is well discussed in the textbook Miller’s Anesthesia , Ninth Edition , Chapter 20.

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ROBOT SURGERY. A VIEW FROM THE ANESTHESIOLOGY COCKPIT

The Anesthesia Consultant

The surgical times were short—a private practice surgeon could complete an open gall bladder surgery in 30 – 40 minutes, or an open appendectomy in 20 – 25 minutes. Anesthesia for laparoscopy was similar to the anesthetic for open abdominal surgery. To answer these questions let’s first review some history.

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How Psychological State Affects the Operating Room (OR)

DFW Anesthesia Professionals

Developing techniques to accurately measure and study the psychological state of the surgical team in the OR is critical, along with techniques to address detrimental states. Research has demonstrated that a patient’s psychological state can play a role; in addition, the psychological state of clinicians can also impact the OR.

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What are tools And instruments used for Adult Male circumcision?

Jalal Surgical

Circumcision surgery is a medical procedure that involves the removal of the foreskin , the fold of skin covering the head (glans) of the penis. This surgical intervention is one of the oldest and most common procedures worldwide, often performed for cultural, religious, or medical reasons.