European journal of anaesthesiology
-
Randomized Controlled Trial
Short-axis/out-of-plane or long-axis/in-plane ultrasound-guided arterial cannulation in children: A randomised controlled trial.
Even with ultrasound guidance, arterial cannulation in children can be challenging. ⋯ Despite the longer imaging time with the LAX approach, there was no significant difference in the total time to successful cannulation between the two techniques. The posterior wall puncture rate was lower in the LAX group than in the SAX group.
-
Randomized Controlled Trial
Effect of head position on laryngeal visualisation with the McGrath MAC videolaryngoscope in paediatric patients: A randomised controlled trial.
The McGrath MAC video laryngoscope can improve visualisation of the glottis compared with the Macintosh direct laryngoscope. However, good visualisation of the glottis does not guarantee rapid or successful intubation because of difficulty in handling the McGrath device. ⋯ Visualisation of the glottis and handling of the McGrath MAC video laryngoscope were significantly better when the external auditory meatus and sternal notch were aligned in the horizontal plane.
-
Randomized Controlled Trial
Electrical stimulation of the heart 7 acupuncture site for preventing emergence agitation in children: A randomised controlled trial.
Emergence agitation is common in children recovering from general anaesthesia. The prevention of emergence agitation remains an important challenge in the field of paediatric anaesthesia. ⋯ Bilateral electrical stimulation of HT7 using two PNS devices significantly decreases the incidence of emergence agitation.