Revista española de anestesiología y reanimación
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Rev Esp Anestesiol Reanim · Mar 2007
[Incidences of early- and late-onset ventilator-associated pneumonia in a postanesthesia and critical care unit].
To ascertain the frequency, risk factors, and causes of early- and late-onset ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in a postanesthesia and critical care unit. ⋯ Early-onset VAP was more common in comatose and head-injury patients. The risk of developing late-onset versus early-onset VAP was twice as great for postoperative patients.
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Rev Esp Anestesiol Reanim · Mar 2007
[Perioperative colloid administration: a survey of Spanish anesthesiologists' attitudes].
To determine the availability of intravascular fluid volume replacement solutions in Spanish hospitals, to survey the extent of use of colloids by anesthesiologists, to ascertain the possible adverse effects they seek to prevent when using each solution, and to assess their level of knowledge about the subject. ⋯ There is widespread use of colloids other than dextran along with crystalloids for plasma volume replacement. Spanish anesthesiologists are clear about important concepts related to colloid use. However, a high percentage have doubts about certain fundamental issues. Continuing professional development opportunities related to intravascular fluid replacement therapy should be increased.