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View article: Transesophageal Echocardiography Evaluation of a Mass in the Right Ventricle
Transesophageal Echocardiography Evaluation of a Mass in the Right Ventricle Open
Myxomas are rarely located in the right ventricle (RV). They may cause tricuspid valve (TV) destruction or RV outflow tract obstruction. Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) is useful in delineating the mass, its hemodynamic effect, and …
View article: Hybrid Endovascular Repair of Complex Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms in Takayasu Arteritis
Hybrid Endovascular Repair of Complex Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms in Takayasu Arteritis Open
Hybrid EVAR can be a safe and effective treatment option for complex vascular complications in patients with TA.
View article: Referee report. For: Comparison of the Effect of Subarachnoid Block and Femoropopliteal Block to Limb Perfusion in Patients with Peripheral Arterial Disease [version 1; peer review: 1 approved with reservations]
Referee report. For: Comparison of the Effect of Subarachnoid Block and Femoropopliteal Block to Limb Perfusion in Patients with Peripheral Arterial Disease [version 1; peer review: 1 approved with reservations] Open
View article: High-end Workshop Training on Perioperative Surgical Competencies among the Nurses Working in Operation Theatres (HEWON) at Selected Centres: A Participatory Action Research
High-end Workshop Training on Perioperative Surgical Competencies among the Nurses Working in Operation Theatres (HEWON) at Selected Centres: A Participatory Action Research Open
Nurses constitute the largest healthcare professionals globally. Their knowledge, skills and competency levels impact the health outcomes. Competency is a multifaceted issue that includes a vision, specialised skills, and the capacity to f…
View article: Predicting the depth of insertion of central venous catheters using a bronchoscopy-based carinal measurement technique or the Peres' formula-based method in adults undergoing cardiac surgery: A randomised comparative double-blind study.
Predicting the depth of insertion of central venous catheters using a bronchoscopy-based carinal measurement technique or the Peres' formula-based method in adults undergoing cardiac surgery: A randomised comparative double-blind study. Open
Bronchoscopy-based carinal measurement technique results in more accurate placement of CVCs compared to the Peres' method.
View article: Effect of preoperative clove oil gargle on postoperative sore throat in adults after surgery: A randomized placebo-controlled blinded study
Effect of preoperative clove oil gargle on postoperative sore throat in adults after surgery: A randomized placebo-controlled blinded study Open
Postoperative sore throat (POST) is common after surgery. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of preoperative clove oil gargle on POST. Single centre, randomized, placebo-controlled, blinded study. Tertiary care academic…
View article: The effect of intraoperative low-dose ketamine versus dexmedetomidine infusion on postoperative bowel recovery in patients undergoing gastrointestinal malignancy surgeries: Placebo-controlled, randomized trial
The effect of intraoperative low-dose ketamine versus dexmedetomidine infusion on postoperative bowel recovery in patients undergoing gastrointestinal malignancy surgeries: Placebo-controlled, randomized trial Open
Background and Aims: No studies have compared the effects of ketamine and dexmedetomidine on bowel recovery. We evaluated the effects of intraoperative low-dose ketamine or dexmedetomidine infusion on postoperative bowel recovery in patien…
View article: Comparison of four different techniques of i-gel insertion by anaesthesia trainees in children undergoing daycare surgery: A single-blind, randomised, comparative study
Comparison of four different techniques of i-gel insertion by anaesthesia trainees in children undergoing daycare surgery: A single-blind, randomised, comparative study Open
Background and Aims: Different techniques of i-gel insertion have been described with variable success rates. This study aimed to assess the incidence of malposition of i-gel in children with 90° rotation, 180° rotation, jaw thrust–assiste…
View article: Low-dose aspirin prophylaxis in pregnant women with chronic hypertension: more questions than answers
Low-dose aspirin prophylaxis in pregnant women with chronic hypertension: more questions than answers Open
View article: The effect of continuing versus withholding angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors/angiotensin II receptor blockers on mortality and major adverse cardiovascular events in hypertensive patients undergoing elective non-cardiac surgery: study protocol for a multi-centric open-label randomised controlled trial
The effect of continuing versus withholding angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors/angiotensin II receptor blockers on mortality and major adverse cardiovascular events in hypertensive patients undergoing elective non-cardiac surgery: study protocol for a multi-centric open-label randomised controlled trial Open
Background Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs)/angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) are commonly prescribed to patients with hypertension. These drugs are cardioprotective in addition to their blood pressure-lowering effects. …
View article: Health-care-associated bloodstream and urinary tract infections in a network of hospitals in India: a multicentre, hospital-based, prospective surveillance study
Health-care-associated bloodstream and urinary tract infections in a network of hospitals in India: a multicentre, hospital-based, prospective surveillance study Open
For the Hindi translation of the abstract see Supplementary Materials section.
View article: Performance of the transoesophageal echocardiography probe as an oesophageal temperature monitor in patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass: A prospective observational study
Performance of the transoesophageal echocardiography probe as an oesophageal temperature monitor in patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass: A prospective observational study Open
Purpose Core temperature monitoring is critical during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). In this prospective observational study, we investigated the performance of the transoesophageal echocardiography (TOE) probe as a core temperature (oesop…
View article: Use of Fogarty catheter as bronchial blocker for lung isolation in children undergoing thoracic surgery
Use of Fogarty catheter as bronchial blocker for lung isolation in children undergoing thoracic surgery Open
Background and Aim: Various devices such as single lumen tubes, balloon-tipped bronchial blockers, and double-lumen tubes can be used for lung isolation in children, but no particular device is ideal. As such, there is a wide variation in …
View article: Effect of 6% hydroxyethyl starch pre-administration for reduction of pain on propofol injection: A placebo-controlled randomised study
Effect of 6% hydroxyethyl starch pre-administration for reduction of pain on propofol injection: A placebo-controlled randomised study Open
Background and Aims: Colloids modify the vascular endothelium and prevent contact activation of various substances. Pre-administration of colloids may prevent contact activation of vascular endothelium by propofol. The objective of this st…
View article: Subanesthetic intravenous ketamine vs. caudal bupivacaine for postoperative analgesia in children undergoing infra-umbilical surgeries: a non-inferiority randomized, single-blind controlled trial
Subanesthetic intravenous ketamine vs. caudal bupivacaine for postoperative analgesia in children undergoing infra-umbilical surgeries: a non-inferiority randomized, single-blind controlled trial Open
Background: Subanesthetic intravenous (IV) ketamine acts as an analgesic and has opioid-sparing effects, particularly for acute postoperative pain; however, its effectiveness in children is understudied. The primary aim of this study was t…
View article: Diagnosis of absent right superior vena cava with intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography in a child with Holt-Oram syndrome
Diagnosis of absent right superior vena cava with intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography in a child with Holt-Oram syndrome Open
Holt-Oram syndrome is a rare autosomal disorder with cardiac, vascular, and upper limb anomalies. Previous reports have described anesthetic and perioperative challenges including difficulty in arterial and venous cannulations, airway mana…
View article: Minimally invasive esophagectomy
Minimally invasive esophagectomy Open
Minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) for oesophageal cancer has gained wide popularity in recent years due to its improved morbidity and mortality outcomes. We describe our modified technique of MIE in prone position with preservation of…
View article: Does erector spinae plane block result in improved postoperative analgesia and enhanced recovery in adult patients after cardiac surgery?
Does erector spinae plane block result in improved postoperative analgesia and enhanced recovery in adult patients after cardiac surgery? Open
Summary A best evidence topic in cardiac surgery was written according to a structured protocol. The question addressed was whether erector spinae plane block (ESPB) resulted in improved postoperative analgesia and enhanced recovery in adu…
View article: A career in cardiac anaesthesia in India
A career in cardiac anaesthesia in India Open
Cardiac anaesthesia is a demanding, but fulfilling speciality which challenges the skills, knowledge, professional and personal competence of cardiac anaesthesiologists on a daily basis. This article outlines the brief history of the subsp…
View article: Intraoperative heparin resistance, severe tricuspid valve regurgitation and acute right ventricular failure following large right atrial myxoma excision in a post corona virus disease -2019 patient -- A case report
Intraoperative heparin resistance, severe tricuspid valve regurgitation and acute right ventricular failure following large right atrial myxoma excision in a post corona virus disease -2019 patient -- A case report Open
INTRODUCTION Tricuspid valve regurgitation (TR) and severe right ventricular (RV) systolic dysfunction may appear acutely after right atrial (RA) myxoma excision. Covid-19 infection may have a role in production of Heparin resistance. METH…
View article: Surveillance of Healthcare-Associated Bloodstream and Urinary Tract Infections in a National Level Network of Indian Hospitals
Surveillance of Healthcare-Associated Bloodstream and Urinary Tract Infections in a National Level Network of Indian Hospitals Open
Background: Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are a major global threat to patient safety. Systematic surveillance is crucial for understanding HAI rates and antimicrobial resistance trends and to guide infection prevention and contr…
View article: Novel Closed-Loop Bronchoscopy Barrier Sheath: Valuable Addition for One-Lung Ventilation During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic
Novel Closed-Loop Bronchoscopy Barrier Sheath: Valuable Addition for One-Lung Ventilation During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic Open
View article: Effect of preoperative dexmedetomidine nebulization on the hemodynamic response to laryngoscopy and intubation: a randomized control trial
Effect of preoperative dexmedetomidine nebulization on the hemodynamic response to laryngoscopy and intubation: a randomized control trial Open
Background: Dexmedetomidine, an alpha-2 agonist, has been used for attenuation of hemodynamic response to laryngoscopy but not through the nebulized route. We evaluated the effects of preoperative dexmedetomidine nebulization on the hemody…
View article: Isolated double-chambered right ventricle in an adult patient: intraoperative imaging with three-dimensional transoesophageal echocardiography
Isolated double-chambered right ventricle in an adult patient: intraoperative imaging with three-dimensional transoesophageal echocardiography Open
View article: Impact of visually guided versus blind techniques of insertion on the incidence of malposition of Ambu<sup>®</sup> AuraGainTM in paediatric patients undergoing day care surgeries: A prospective, randomised trial
Impact of visually guided versus blind techniques of insertion on the incidence of malposition of Ambu<sup>®</sup> AuraGainTM in paediatric patients undergoing day care surgeries: A prospective, randomised trial Open
In this study, there was no advantage of visually guided techniques for Ambu AuraGain placement in children.
View article: Internal jaw thrust for nasogastric tube insertion
Internal jaw thrust for nasogastric tube insertion Open
Sir, Nasogastric (NG) tube insertion in anaesthetized or unconscious patients is difficult with failure rates of 50%–66% on first pass attempt with the head in neutral position.[1],[2],[3] Common sites of impaction are piriform sinuses and…
View article: In the plane, but not in plane: Mind the gap in the transversus abdominis plane
In the plane, but not in plane: Mind the gap in the transversus abdominis plane Open
Sir, Ultrasound-guided nerve blocks are widely accepted as the standard of care in the provision of post-operative pain relief as they allow for needle visualisation during the entire procedure and minimise the risk of complications.[1] In…
View article: Severe angioedema of laryngeal inlet in a woman receiving telmisartan therapy undergoing breast conservation surgery
Severe angioedema of laryngeal inlet in a woman receiving telmisartan therapy undergoing breast conservation surgery Open
Sir, A 55-year-old female with carcinoma of the left breast was scheduled for breast conservation surgery with axillary node dissection. She was taking oral telmisartan 40 mg and thyroxine 25 μg, once daily, for the treatment of hypertensi…
View article: Systemic hypertension and non-cardiac surgery
Systemic hypertension and non-cardiac surgery Open
Primary systemic hypertension affects 10%-25% of individuals presenting for surgery and anaesthesia and constitutes an important cause of cancellation of elective surgeries. Much of the fear stems from the fact that hypertension may lead t…
View article: Midesophageal Short-Axis Views of the Pulmonary Valve With Conventional 2-Dimensional Transesophageal Echocardiography: A Useful View in Pediatric Patients
Midesophageal Short-Axis Views of the Pulmonary Valve With Conventional 2-Dimensional Transesophageal Echocardiography: A Useful View in Pediatric Patients Open