Canadian journal of anaesthesia = Journal canadien d'anesthésie
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Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical Trial
An evaluation of a modified Macintosh laryngoscope in a manikin.
In this manikin study a modified Macintosh blade was prospectively compared with its original focussing on the forces exerted on the maxillary incisor teeth and intubation success. The modified blade, a standard Macintosh blade with a reduced proximal flange, was intended to reduce the forces exerted on the maxillary incisors. ⋯ The use of the modified blade resulted in a reduction of the forces on the maxillary incisors whereas the intubation success rate was the same as with the original. Studies in manikins can be useful in comparative laryngoscope testing.
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Advances in regional anaesthesia to date have made it one of the safest modalities for surgical anaesthesia and pain management. Continued refinement and development of new block techniques and approaches enhance the potential for block success, rapid postoperative recovery and patient safety. This will benefit both patient care and the health care economy.
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Clinical Trial Controlled Clinical Trial
Combined nitric oxide inhalation, prone positioning and almitrine infusion improve oxygenation in severe ARDS.
To determine the efficacy and side effects of prone positioning (PP) and nitric oxide (NO) inhalation, alone, associated, or combined with i.v. almitrine for the treatment of hypoxaemia in severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). ⋯ Prone Position improves PaO2/FiO2 significantly more than NO alone but less than PP + almitrine or NO + almitrine. The best results are obtained with the association of NO + Prone position + Almitrine.