Anesthesiology
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative Study
Predictors of Failure of Awake Regional Anesthesia for Neonatal Hernia Repair: Data from the General Anesthesia Compared to Spinal Anesthesia Study-Comparing Apnea and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes.
Spinal block for neonatal hernia repair is 80% successful in experienced hands.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative Study
Apnea after Awake Regional and General Anesthesia in Infants: The General Anesthesia Compared to Spinal Anesthesia Study-Comparing Apnea and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes, A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Spinal anesthesia for neonatal hernia repair reduces the incidence of early post-operative apnea but has no effect on later apnea (30 min to 12 hours).
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In an effort to measure and improve the quality of perioperative care, the Surgical Care Improvement Project (SCIP) was introduced in 2003. The SCIP guidelines are evidence-based process measures designed to reduce preventable morbidity, but it remains to be determined whether SCIP-measure compliance is associated with improved outcomes. ⋯ Compliance with SCIP Inf-10 body temperature management guidelines during surgery is associated with improved clinical outcomes and can be used as a quality measure.