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View article: Incidence of postoperative residual neuromuscular blockade − A multicenter, observational study in Portugal (INSPIRE 2)
Incidence of postoperative residual neuromuscular blockade − A multicenter, observational study in Portugal (INSPIRE 2) Open
Background: Although the use of neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs) optimizes surgical conditions and facilitates tracheal intubation, it can lead to residual neuromuscular blockade (RNMB), with postoperative complications. This study ai…
View article: ESAIC focused guideline for the use of cardiac biomarkers in perioperative risk evaluation
ESAIC focused guideline for the use of cardiac biomarkers in perioperative risk evaluation Open
BACKGROUND In recent years, there has been increasing focus on the use of cardiac biomarkers in patients undergoing noncardiac surgery. AIMS The aim of this focused guideline was to provide updated guidance regarding the pre-, post- and co…
View article: Postoperative Pulmonary Complications and Perioperative Strategies: A Systematic Review
Postoperative Pulmonary Complications and Perioperative Strategies: A Systematic Review Open
The occurrence of postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) is frequently observed and has been linked to elevated levels of morbidity and mortality, which have adverse effects on both clinical and financial outcomes in healthcare setti…
View article: Impact of Ketamine on Quality of Recovery after Laparoscopic Surgery: A Single-Centre Single-Blinded Trial Using the QoR-15 Questionnaire
Impact of Ketamine on Quality of Recovery after Laparoscopic Surgery: A Single-Centre Single-Blinded Trial Using the QoR-15 Questionnaire Open
Background. The quality of recovery is a cluster of patient-related outcomes that emphasise not only pain but different physical and emotional dimensions. Traditionally, ketamine is used to improve postoperative analgesia and avoid opioid …
View article: Body image dissatisfaction and experimental pressure pain sensitivity in a cohort of 13-year-old adolescents
Body image dissatisfaction and experimental pressure pain sensitivity in a cohort of 13-year-old adolescents Open
Our study suggests an association between satisfaction with one's silhouette and pain tolerance in adolescents from the general population, arguing for an integrated approach to the assessment of body image and pain sensitivity.
View article: Inadequate emergence after anesthesia for elective cancer surgery: a single-center cohort study
Inadequate emergence after anesthesia for elective cancer surgery: a single-center cohort study Open
IEA was a common phenomenon after anesthesia for elective curative surgery for cancer. Patients with IEA were older and had more comorbidities and a higher surgical risk. Patients with IEA had a less frequent complete recovery on the PD an…
View article: The very elderly surgical population in a critically ill scenario: clinical characteristics and outcomes
The very elderly surgical population in a critically ill scenario: clinical characteristics and outcomes Open
We found that very elderly patients represented a significant proportion of patients admitted to the SICU. They had higher severity scores with a higher prevalence of organ failure and were more likely to undergo non-elective surgery. They…
View article: Patient Satisfaction with Anesthesia Care After Curative Surgery for Neoplastic
Patient Satisfaction with Anesthesia Care After Curative Surgery for Neoplastic Open
Introduction: Satisfaction is an important measure for the evaluation of patient care and a significant tool for promoting improvements in clinical practice. We aimed to evaluate the association of quality of recovery and anesthesia relate…
View article: Quality of recovery in elderly patients with postoperative delirium
Quality of recovery in elderly patients with postoperative delirium Open
Background: Our study aimed to evaluate quality of recovery in elderly patients with postoperative delirium (POD). Subjects and Methods: An observational prospective study was conducted. Patients aged >60 submitted to elective surgery and …
View article: Outcome prediction with Physiological and Operative Severity Score for the enumeration of Mortality and Morbidity score system in elderly patients submitted to elective surgery
Outcome prediction with Physiological and Operative Severity Score for the enumeration of Mortality and Morbidity score system in elderly patients submitted to elective surgery Open
Context: Elderly patients have a higher risk of complications and 30-day mortality than younger patients. Population is aging and this is an emergent preoccupation. Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the performance of Physiologic…
View article: Analysis of electroencephalogram-derived indexes for anesthetic depth monitoring in pediatric patients with intellectual disability undergoing dental surgery
Analysis of electroencephalogram-derived indexes for anesthetic depth monitoring in pediatric patients with intellectual disability undergoing dental surgery Open
BIS may be able to reflect sevoflurane anesthetic depth in patients with some types of ID; however, more research is required to better define the neurological conditions and/or degrees of disability that may allow anesthesiologists to use…
View article: Postoperative Haematocrit and Outcome in Critically Ill Surgical Patients
Postoperative Haematocrit and Outcome in Critically Ill Surgical Patients Open
Introduction: Haematocrit has been studied as an outcome predictor. The aim of this study was to evaluate the correlation between low haematocrit at surgical intensive care unit admission and high disease scoring system score and early out…
View article: Evaluating Persistent Postoperative Pain in One Tertiary Hospital: Incidence, Quality of Life, Associated Factors, and Treatment
Evaluating Persistent Postoperative Pain in One Tertiary Hospital: Incidence, Quality of Life, Associated Factors, and Treatment Open
This study, apart from attempting to better characterize the problem of PPP, emphasizes the lack of its treatment.
View article: Quality of Recovery after Anesthesia: Validation of the Portuguese Version of the “Quality of Recovery 15” Questionnaire
Quality of Recovery after Anesthesia: Validation of the Portuguese Version of the “Quality of Recovery 15” Questionnaire Open
Background: The “Quality of Recovery 15” questionnaire is used for the study of quality recovery after anesthesia. The aim of this study was to validate the Portuguese version of “Quality of Recovery 15” questionnaire.Material and Methods:…
View article: Anesthesia in the Elderly
Anesthesia in the Elderly Open
There is a growing expansion of elderly population, associated with an increased demand for surgical treatments by older patients. There is an age-related decline in physiological reserve, which may be compounded by illness, cognitive decl…
View article: Postoperative pulmonary complications and strategies to prevent them in the perioperative period: a review
Postoperative pulmonary complications and strategies to prevent them in the perioperative period: a review Open
Postoperative pulmonary complications are common events and are the most frequent postoperative complications following thoracic and upper abdominal surgery, playing an important role in the risk for patients undergoing noncardiothoracic s…