Minerva anestesiologica
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Minerva anestesiologica · Mar 2021
Randomized Controlled TrialComparison of dynamic needle tip positioning versus conventional long-axis in-plane techniques for ultrasound-guided internal jugular venous catheterisation: a randomised controlled trial.
Continuous visualization of the needle tip is essential for successful ultrasound-guided central venous catheterization, and the dynamic needle tip positioning (DNTP) technique enables it. The aim of this randomized, dual-center trial was to compare the first-attempt success rate of ultrasound-guided internal jugular catheterization between the DNTP and conventional long-axis in-plane (LAX-IP) techniques. ⋯ The DNTP technique resulted in a significantly higher success rate on the first attempt at internal jugular venous catheterization and required less frequent redirection of the needle during the procedure than the conventional LAX-IP technique.
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Minerva anestesiologica · Mar 2021
Randomized Controlled TrialComparison of Remifentanil consumption in pupillometry-guided versus conventional administration in children: a randomised controlled trial.
Remifentanil is a commonly used opioid analgesic during anesthesia in children. Objective measurement of pain is required for adequate dosing of remifentanil. We investigated whether pupillometry-guided remifentanil administration can reduce intraoperative consumption of remifentanil in children. ⋯ Pupillometry-guided remifentanil administration in children undergoing general anesthesia can reduce the intraoperative remifentanil consumption.