Paediatric anaesthesia
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Paediatric anaesthesia · Mar 2014
Randomized Controlled TrialEffects of promethazine or dexamethasone pretreatment on mivacurium-induced histamine release in children.
To determine the effects of pretreatment with either promethazine or dexamethasone on mivacurium-induced histamine release in children. ⋯ Pretreatment with promethazine significantly decreased mivacurium-induced histamine release in children and provided stable hemodynamics during administration of anesthesia.
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Paediatric anaesthesia · Mar 2014
Straight video blades are advantageous than curved blades in simulated pediatric difficult intubation.
It is still controversial which laryngoscope may be a better option in unanticipated difficult airway in pediatric patients. The aim of the present study was to compare two direct and two video-assisted laryngoscope devices for the management of difficult pediatric airway. ⋯ Storz Miller laryngoscope was found to have advantages over the other laryngoscopes in regard to glottic view, duration of successful intubation, number of attempts, dental trauma severity, need for additional maneuvers, and ease of use.