Revista española de anestesiología y reanimación
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Rev Esp Anestesiol Reanim · Apr 2013
Observational Study[Systematic collection and analysis of intraoperative anaesthetic-related problems].
The purpose of the study was to systematically collect and analyse the frequency, type and severity of all untoward intraoperative anaesthetic-related problems in a hospital over a 6-month period. ⋯ Use of a systematic intraoperative anaesthetic-related database with a checklist of problems and severity plays an important part in quality assurance strategies. An analysis of non-fatal problems provides a basis for establishing corrective strategies before significant morbidity occurs, and by separating the surgical and anaesthesia problems.
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Rev Esp Anestesiol Reanim · Mar 2013
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study[Comparison between VAMA(®) and Berman(®) cannulas for fibroscopic orotracheal intubation in anaesthetised patients].
In fibroscopic intubation, the fact of achieving a direct view in real time does not guarantee the correct advance of the endotracheal tube (ET) to its intratracheal position. The use of oral cannulas helps in achieving a free airway in order to pass the fibroscope and the ET. This study compares the VAMA(®) (V) and Berman(®) (B) cannulas as regards the time required for the intubation, fibroscopic view, and the ease in positioning the ET. ⋯ The VAMA(®) cannula is an effective alternative to the classic cannulas for fibreoptic assisted intubation. Furthermore, the novel design provides advantages for the correct orientation of the fiberscope and the withdrawal of the cannula after intubation.