Minerva anestesiologica
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Minerva anestesiologica · Nov 2024
Multicenter StudyBeliefs and attitudes of PICU doctors and nurses on parental presence and open visiting policies: an Italian nationwide survey.
The aim of the study is to investigate doctors' and nurses' beliefs and attitudes towards family presence and open visiting policies in Pediatric Intensive Care Units (PICUs) in Italy. ⋯ Most healthcare professionals in Italian PICUs believe that an open visiting policy for families is beneficial for both the patient and his/her family. However, despite an overall positive attitude among PICU staff members, there is still some resistance in Italy, particularly among nurses and in cardiac surgery units.
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Minerva anestesiologica · Nov 2024
ReviewMultimodal analgesic strategies in polytraumatized patients.
In recent years, the resuscitation of trauma patients has improved; however, pain related to trauma remains associated with systemic complications. In trauma patients, pain should be considered a vital sign, and its control is crucial for reducing complications, improving patient satisfaction, and enhancing the quality of life. ⋯ In this review, we offer the reader an updated general framework of the various approaches available for pain treatment in polytraumatized patients, with a focus on the opportunities presented by regional anesthesia. We will examine different types of locoregional anesthesia blocks and describe ultrasonographic execution techniques.
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Minerva anestesiologica · Nov 2024
Randomized Controlled TrialIndividualized positive end-expiratory pressure in laparoscopic surgery: a randomized controlled trial.
The reduction in functional residual capacity (FRC) is a significant pathological factor in the development of postoperative pulmonary complications. Appropriate positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) is critical to preserve FRC during mechanical ventilation. Our previous study suggests that using driving pressure-guided PEEP can reduce postoperative pulmonary complications. In this study, we hypothesize that individualized PEEP can increase immediate postoperative FRC and improve lung ventilation. ⋯ Driving pressure-guided PEEP can preserve postoperative FRC and provide better ventilation and oxygenation for patients undergoing laparoscopic colorectal surgery.