British journal of anaesthesia
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Dexmedetomidine vs propofol-remifentanil conscious sedation for awake craniotomy: a prospective randomized controlled trial.
Awake craniotomy (AC) is performed for the resection of brain tumours in close proximity to areas of eloquent brain function to maximize reduction of tumour mass and minimize neurological injury. This study compares the efficacy and safety of dexmedetomidine vs propofol-remifentanil-based conscious sedation, during AC for supratentorial tumour resection. ⋯ NCT01545297.
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We reviewed our experience with tracheal extubation in the operating room (E-OR) among cystic fibrosis patients requiring bilateral lung transplantation to evaluate safety and determine predictive factors of E-OR. ⋯ Our protocol allowed for extubation of 46% of bilateral lung transplant patients without increased postoperative risks.
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We carried out a retrospective assessment of whether perioperative fluid volume was associated with length of hospital stay (LOS) after colorectal surgery. ⋯ Greater perioperative fluid volume was independently associated with prolonged duration of recovery across a spectrum of surgical risk profiles. Fluid restriction should be considered a part of the care package in enhanced recovery after surgery programmes for colorectal surgery.