Turk J Med Sci
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Radiographic comparison of cervical spine motion using LMA Fastrach, LMA CTrach, and the Macintosh laryngoscope
The optimal technique for airway management in patients with cervical pathology remains unclear. Intubating laryngeal mask airway devices such as LMA CTrach and LMA Fastrach have not been compared for cervical spine (C-spine) movements in the context of cervical pathology. The present study aimed to determine upper C-spine movements by radiography during intubation with different devices as well as comparing the duration and success of intubation in cervical surgery. ⋯ The LMA CTrach laryngoscopy involves less upper C-spine movement than the LMA Fastrach and does not increase the duration of the intubation period.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
The effect of pregabalin on tourniquet-induced ischemia-reperfusion injury: a prospective randomized study
The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy of pregabalin on ischemia-reperfusion injuries. ⋯ Pregabalin has no marked antioxidant activity, but it contributes to the antioxidant defense system of an organism.