The Mount Sinai journal of medicine, New York
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The practice of neuroanesthesia at the Mount Sinai Medical Center focused initially on clinical practice, followed by specialization. This article presents a brief history of the division and a description of the areas of interest, presentations, and publications that have originated there.
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A case of subarachnoid hemorrhage following spinal anesthesia for prostate radioactive seed implantation is reported. The implications of the differential diagnosis of post-dural puncture headache are discussed.
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Historical Article
The evolution of intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography.
In this article, the development of intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) is reviewed. It took two decades to develop the present clinical applications of TEE. This modality will continue to serve as a monitor and diagnostic tool to ensure better care of patients in the operating room and the intensive care units.
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Historical Article
Anesthesiologists and surgeons at Mount Sinai: a partnership in excellence.
Although anesthesia was available to patients when the doors of The Jews Hospital opened in 1855, "professional anesthetists" were not appointed to the staff until 1902. This article traces the history of the anesthesiology staff and department, and documents their accomplishments over the past century.
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New trends in pediatric anesthesia for ambulatory surgery will be described. Preoperative preparation as well as care of pediatric patients requiring sedation outside of the operating room are emphasized.