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Szamos K, Balla B, Pálóczi B, Enyedi A, Sessler DI, Fülesdi B, Végh T. One-lung ventilation with fixed and variable tidal volumes on oxygenation and pulmonary outcomes: A randomized trial. J Clin Anesth 2024; 95:111465. [PMID: 38581926 DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2024.111465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2023] [Revised: 03/22/2024] [Accepted: 04/01/2024] [Indexed: 04/08/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Test the hypothesis that one-lung ventilation with variable tidal volume improves intraoperative oxygenation and reduces postoperative pulmonary complications after lung resection. BACKGROUND Constant tidal volume and respiratory rate ventilation can lead to atelectasis. Animal and human ARDS studies indicate that oxygenation improves with variable tidal volumes. Since one-lung ventilation shares characteristics with ARDS, we tested the hypothesis that one-lung ventilation with variable tidal volume improves intraoperative oxygenation and reduces postoperative pulmonary complications after lung resection. DESIGN Randomized trial. SETTING Operating rooms and a post-anesthesia care unit. PATIENTS Adults having elective open or video-assisted thoracoscopic lung resection surgery with general anesthesia were randomly assigned to intraoperative ventilation with fixed (n = 70) or with variable (n = 70) tidal volumes. INTERVENTIONS Patients assigned to fixed ventilation had a tidal volume of 6 ml/kgPBW, whereas those assigned to variable ventilation had tidal volumes ranging from 6 ml/kg PBW ± 33% which varied randomly at 5-min intervals. MEASUREMENTS The primary outcome was intraoperative oxygenation; secondary outcomes were postoperative pulmonary complications, mortality within 90 days of surgery, heart rate, and SpO2/FiO2 ratio. RESULTS Data from 128 patients were analyzed with 65 assigned to fixed-tidal volume ventilation and 63 to variable-tidal volume ventilation. The time-weighted average PaO2 during one-lung ventilation was 176 (86) mmHg in patients ventilated with fixed-tidal volume and 147 (72) mmHg in the patients ventilated with variable-tidal volume, a difference that was statistically significant (p < 0.01) but less than our pre-defined clinically meaningful threshold of 50 mmHg. At least one composite complication occurred in 11 (17%) of patients ventilated with variable-tidal volume and in 17 (26%) of patients assigned to fixed-tidal volume ventilation, with a relative risk of 0.67 (95% CI 0.34-1.31, p = 0.24). Atelectasis in the ventilated lung was less common with variable-tidal volumes (4.7%) than fixed-tidal volumes (20%) in the initial three postoperative days, with a relative risk of 0.24 (95% CI 0.01-0.8, p = 0.02), but there were no significant late postoperative differences. No other secondary outcomes were both statistically significant and clinically meaningful. CONCLUSION One-lung ventilation with variable tidal volume does not meaningfully improve intraoperative oxygenation, and does not reduce postoperative pulmonary complications.
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- Katalin Szamos
- University of Debrecen, Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Debrecen, Hungary
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- University of Debrecen, Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Debrecen, Hungary
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- University of Debrecen, Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Debrecen, Hungary
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- University of Debrecen, Institute of Surgery, Department of Thoracic Surgery, Debrecen, Hungary
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- Outcomes Research Consortium, Cleveland, OH, USA; Department of Outcomes Research, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- University of Debrecen, Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Debrecen, Hungary; Outcomes Research Consortium, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- University of Debrecen, Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Debrecen, Hungary; Outcomes Research Consortium, Cleveland, OH, USA.
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Zorrilla-Vaca A, Grant MC, Law M, Messinger CJ, Pelosi P, Varelmann D. Dexmedetomidine improves pulmonary outcomes in thoracic surgery under one-lung ventilation: A meta-analysis. J Clin Anesth 2024; 93:111345. [PMID: 37988813 PMCID: PMC11034816 DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2023.111345] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Revised: 11/14/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/23/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Dexmedetomidine improves intrapulmonary shunt in thoracic surgery and minimizes inflammatory response during one-lung ventilation (OLV). However, it is unclear whether such benefits translate into less postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs). Our objective was to determine the impact of dexmedetomidine on the incidence of PPCs after thoracic surgery. METHODS Major databases were used to identify randomized trials that compared dexmedetomidine versus placebo during thoracic surgery in terms of PPCs. Our primary outcome was atelectasis within 7 days after surgery. Other specific PPCs included hypoxemia, pneumonia, and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Secondary outcome included intraoperative respiratory mechanics (respiratory compliance [Cdyn]) and postoperative lung function (forced expiratory volume [FEV1]). Random effects models were used to estimate odds ratios (OR). RESULTS Twelve randomized trials, including 365 patients in the dexmedetomidine group and 359 in the placebo group, were analyzed in this meta-analysis. Patients in the dexmedetomidine group were less likely to develop postoperative atelectasis (2.3% vs 6.8%, OR 0.42, 95%CI 0.18-0.95, P = 0.04; low certainty) and hypoxemia (3.4% vs 11.7%, OR 0.26, 95%CI 0.10-0.68, P = 0.01; moderate certainty) compared to the placebo group. The incidence of postoperative pneumonia (3.2% vs 5.8%, OR 0.57, 95%CI 0.25-1.26, P = 0.17; moderate certainty) or ARDS (0.9% vs 3.5%, OR 0.39, 95%CI 0.07-2.08, P = 0.27; moderate certainty) was comparable between groups. Both intraoperative Cdyn and postoperative FEV1 were higher among patients that received dexmedetomidine with a mean difference of 4.42 mL/cmH2O (95%CI 3.13-5.72) and 0.27 L (95%CI 0.12-0.41), respectively. CONCLUSION Dexmedetomidine administration during thoracic surgery may potentially reduce the risk of postoperative atelectasis and hypoxemia. However, current evidence is insufficient to demonstrate an effect on pneumonia or ARDS.
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- Andres Zorrilla-Vaca
- Department of Anesthesiology, Pain and Perioperative Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA; Department of Anesthesiology, Universidad del Valle, Cali, Colombia.
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Medical Research Council Biostatistics Unit, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Pain and Perioperative Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Anesthesiology and Critical Care, San Martino Policlinico Hospital, IRCCS for Oncology and Neurosciences, Genoa, Italy; Department of Surgical Sciences and Integrated Diagnostics, University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Pain and Perioperative Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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Elefterion B, Cirenei C, Kipnis E, Cailliau E, Bruandet A, Tavernier B, Lamer A, Lebuffe G. Intraoperative Mechanical Power and Postoperative Pulmonary Complications in Noncardiothoracic Elective Surgery Patients: A 10-Year Retrospective Cohort Study. Anesthesiology 2024; 140:399-408. [PMID: 38011027 DOI: 10.1097/aln.0000000000004848] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2023]
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BACKGROUND Postoperative pulmonary complications is a major issue that affects outcomes of surgical patients. The hypothesis was that the intraoperative ventilation parameters are associated with occurrence of postoperative pulmonary complications. METHODS A single-center retrospective cohort study was conducted at the Lille University Hospital, France. The study included 33,701 adults undergoing noncardiac, nonthoracic elective surgery requiring general anesthesia with tracheal intubation between January 2010 and December 2019. Intraoperative ventilation parameters were compared between patients with and without one or more postoperative pulmonary complications (respiratory infection, respiratory failure, pleural effusion, atelectasis, pneumothorax, bronchospasm, and aspiration pneumonitis) within 7 days of surgery. RESULTS Among 33,701 patients, 2,033 (6.0%) had one or more postoperative pulmonary complications. The lower tidal volume to predicted body weight ratio (odds ratio per -1 ml·kgPBW-1, 1.08; 95% CI, 1.02 to 1.14; P < 0.001), higher mechanical power (odds ratio per 4 J·min-1, 1.37; 95% CI, 1.26 to 1.49; P < 0.001), dynamic respiratory system compliance less than 30 ml·cm H2O (1.30; 95% CI, 1.15 to 1.46; P < 0.001), oxygen saturation measured by pulse oximetry less than 96% (odds ratio, 2.42; 95% CI, 1.97 to 2.96; P < 0.001), and lower end-tidal carbon dioxide (odds ratio per -3 mmHg, 1.06; 95% CI, 1.00 to 1.13; P = 0.023) were independently associated with postoperative pulmonary complications. Patients with postoperative pulmonary complications were more likely to be admitted to the intensive care unit (odds ratio, 12.5; 95% CI, 6.6 to 10.1; P < 0.001), had longer hospital length of stay (subhazard ratio, 0.43; 95% CI, 0.40 to 0.45), and higher in-hospital (subhazard ratio, 6.0; 95% CI, 4.1 to 9.0; P < 0.001) and 1-yr mortality (subhazard ratio, 2.65; 95% CI, 2.33 to 3.02; P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS In the study's population, decreased rather than increased tidal volume, decreased compliance, increased mechanical power, and decreased end-tidal carbon dioxide were independently associated with postoperative pulmonary complications. EDITOR’S PERSPECTIVE
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- Bertrand Elefterion
- Lille University Hospital, Surgical Critical Care, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Lille, France
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- Lille University Hospital, Surgical Critical Care, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Lille, France
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- Lille University Hospital, Surgical Critical Care, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Lille, France
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- Lille University Hospital, Biostatistics Department, Lille, France
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- Lille University Hospital, Medical Information Department, Lille, France
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- Lille University Hospital, Surgical Critical Care, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Lille, France; and Lille University F-59000, ULR 2694-METRICS: Health Technology Assessment and Medical Practices Evaluation, Lille, France
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- Lille University, Lille University Hospital, ULR 2694-METRICS: Health Technology Assessment and Medical Practices Evaluation, Lille, France
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- Lille University Hospital, Surgical Critical Care, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Lille, France: Lille University F-59000, ULR 7365-Research Group on Injectable Forms and Associated Technologies, Lille, France
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Sekine A, Hagiwara E, Oda T, Muraoka T, Iwasawa T, Ikeda S, Okuda R, Kitamura H, Baba T, Takemura T, Matsumura M, Okudela K, Kumagai E, Chiba S, Motobayashi Y, Ogura T. High prevalence of upper lung field pulmonary fibrosis radiologically consistent with pleuroparenchymal fibroelastosis in patients with round atelectasis. Respir Investig 2023; 61:738-745. [PMID: 37714092 DOI: 10.1016/j.resinv.2023.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2023] [Revised: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Upper-lung field pulmonary fibrosis (upper-PF), radiologically consistent with pleuroparenchymal fibroelastosis (PPFE), was reported to develop in patients with a history of asbestos exposure and tuberculous pleurisy, indicating that chronic pleuritis is correlated with upper-PF development. Round atelectasis reportedly emerges after chronic pleuritis. This study aimed to clarify the association between round atelectasis and upper-PF. METHODS We examined the radiological reports of all consecutive patients with round atelectasis between 2006 and 2018 and investigated the incidence of upper-PF development. RESULTS Among 85 patients with round atelectasis, 21 patients (24.7%) were confirmed to finally develop upper-PF lesions. Upper-PF was diagnosed after round atelectasis recognition in more than half of the patients (13/21, 61.9%), whereas upper-PF and round atelectasis were simultaneously detected in the remaining 8 patients. At the time of round atelectasis detection, almost all patients (19/21, 90.5%) had diffuse pleural thickening and round atelectasis was commonly observed in non-upper lobes of 19 patients (90.5%). Fourteen patients had round atelectasis in unilateral lung, and the remaining 7 patients had round atelectasis in bilateral lungs. Among all 14 patients with unilateral round atelectasis, upper-PF developed on the same (n = 11) or both sides (n = 3). Thus, upper-PF emerged on the same side where round atelectasis was present (14/14, 100%). The autopsy of one patient revealed a thickened parietal-visceral pleura suggestive of chronic pleuritis. Subpleural fibroelastosis was also observed. CONCLUSIONS Upper-PF occasionally develops on the same side of round atelectasis. Upper-PF may develop as a sequela of chronic pleuritis.
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Japan
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- Department of Pathology, Kanagawa Cardiovascular and Respiratory Center, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Pathology, Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama City University, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Pathology, Graduate School of Medicine, Yokohama City University, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Pathology, Yokohama City University Medical Center, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, National Hospital Organization, Yokohama Medical Center, Japan
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Girard J, Zaouter C, Moore A, Carrier FM, Girard M. Effects of an open lung extubation strategy compared with a conventional extubation strategy on postoperative pulmonary complications after general anesthesia: a single-centre pilot randomized controlled trial. Can J Anaesth 2023; 70:1648-1659. [PMID: 37498442 DOI: 10.1007/s12630-023-02533-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2022] [Revised: 02/27/2023] [Accepted: 03/01/2023] [Indexed: 07/28/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) are a common cause of morbidity. Postoperative atelectasis is thought to be a significant risk factor in their development. Recent imaging studies suggest that patients' extubation may result in similar postoperative atelectasis regardless of the intraoperative mechanical ventilation strategy used. In this pilot trial, we hypothesized that a study investigating the effects of an open lung extubation strategy compared with a conventional one on PPCs would be feasible. METHODS We conducted a pilot, single-centre, double-blinded randomized controlled trial. Adult patients at moderate to high risk of PPCs and scheduled for elective surgery were eligible. Patients were randomized to an open lung extubation strategy (semirecumbent position, fraction of inspired oxygen [FIO2] 50%, pressure support ventilation, unchanged positive end-expiratory pressure) or to a conventional extubation strategy (dorsal decubitus position, FIO2 100%, manual bag ventilation). The primary feasibility outcome was global protocol adherence while the primary exploratory efficacy outcome was PPCs. RESULTS We randomized 35 patients to the conventional extubation group and 34 to the open lung extubation group. We observed a global protocol adherence of 96% (95% confidence interval, 88 to 99), which was not different between groups. Eight PPCs occurred (two in the conventional extubation group vs six in the open lung extubation group). Less postoperative supplemental oxygen and better lung aeration were observed in the open lung extubation group. CONCLUSIONS In this single-centre pilot trial, we observed excellent feasibility. A multicentre pilot trial comparing the effect of an open lung extubation strategy with that of a conventional extubation strategy on the occurrence of PPCs is feasible. STUDY REGISTRATION DATE ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT04993001); registered 6 August 2021.
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- Julie Girard
- Department of Anesthesiology, Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Centre de Recherche du Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada.
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada.
- Centre de Recherche du Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal, Montreal, QC, Canada.
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Li XF, Jiang RJ, Mao WJ, Yu H, Xin J, Yu H. The effect of driving pressure-guided versus conventional mechanical ventilation strategy on pulmonary complications following on-pump cardiac surgery: A randomized clinical trial. J Clin Anesth 2023; 89:111150. [PMID: 37307653 DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2023.111150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2022] [Revised: 04/28/2023] [Accepted: 05/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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STUDY OBJECTIVE Postoperative pulmonary complications occur frequently and are associated with worse postoperative outcomes in cardiac surgical patients. The advantage of driving pressure-guided ventilation strategy in decreasing pulmonary complications remains to be definitively established. We aimed to investigate the effect of intraoperative driving pressure-guided ventilation strategy compared with conventional lung-protective ventilation on pulmonary complications following on-pump cardiac surgery. DESIGN Prospective, two-arm, randomized controlled trial. SETTING The West China university hospital in Sichuan, China. PATIENTS Adult patients who were scheduled for elective on-pump cardiac surgery were enrolled in the study. INTERVENTIONS Patients undergoing on-pump cardiac surgery were randomized to receive driving pressure-guided ventilation strategy based on positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) titration or conventional lung-protective ventilation strategy with fixed 5 cmH2O of PEEP. MEASUREMENTS The primary outcome of pulmonary complications (including acute respiratory distress syndrome, atelectasis, pneumonia, pleural effusion, and pneumothorax) within the first 7 postoperative days were prospectively identified. Secondary outcomes included pulmonary complication severity, ICU length of stay, and in-hospital and 30-day mortality. MAIN RESULTS Between August 2020 and July 2021, we enrolled 694 eligible patients who were included in the final analysis. Postoperative pulmonary complications occurred in 140 (40.3%) patients in the driving pressure group and 142 (40.9%) in the conventional group (relative risk, 0.99; 95% confidence interval, 0.82-1.18; P = 0.877). Intention-to-treat analysis showed no significant difference between study groups regarding the incidence of primary outcome. The driving pressure group had less atelectasis than the conventional group (11.5% vs 17.0%; relative risk, 0.68; 95% confidence interval, 0.47-0.98; P = 0.039). Secondary outcomes did not differ between groups. CONCLUSION Among patients who underwent on-pump cardiac surgery, the use of driving pressure-guided ventilation strategy did not reduce the risk of postoperative pulmonary complications when compared with conventional lung-protective ventilation strategy.
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- Xue-Fei Li
- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Chengdu Second People's Hospital, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Jianyang People's Hospital, Jianyang 641400, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China.
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Ko E, Yoo KY, Lim CH, Jun S, Lee K, Kim YH. Is atelectasis related to the development of postoperative pneumonia? a retrospective single center study. BMC Anesthesiol 2023; 23:77. [PMID: 36906539 PMCID: PMC10007747 DOI: 10.1186/s12871-023-02020-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2022] [Accepted: 02/14/2023] [Indexed: 03/13/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Atelectasis may play a substantial role in the development of pneumonia. However, pneumonia has never been evaluated as an outcome of atelectasis in surgical patients. We aimed to determine whether atelectasis is related to an increased risk of postoperative pneumonia, intensive care unit (ICU) admission and hospital length of stay (LOS). METHODS The electronic medical records of adult patients who underwent elective non-cardiothoracic surgery under general anesthesia between October 2019 and August 2020 were reviewed. They were divided into two groups: one who developed postoperative atelectasis (atelectasis group) and the other who did not (non-atelectasis group). The primary outcome was the incidence of pneumonia within 30 days after the surgery. The secondary outcomes were ICU admission rate and postoperative LOS. RESULTS Patients in the atelectasis group were more likely to have risk factors for postoperative pneumonia including age, body mass index, a history of hypertension or diabetes mellitus and duration of surgery, compared with those in the non-atelectasis. Among 1,941 patients, 63 (3.2%) developed postoperative pneumonia; 5.1% in the atelectasis group and 2.8% in the non-atelectasis (P = 0.025). In multivariable analysis, atelectasis was associated with an increased risk of pneumonia (adjusted odds ratio, 2.33; 95% CI: 1.24 - 4.38; P = 0.008). Median postoperative LOS was significantly longer in the atelectasis group (7 [interquartile range: 5-10 days]) than in the non-atelectasis (6 [3-8] days) (P < 0.001). Adjusted median duration was also 2.19 days longer in the atelectasis group (β, 2.19; 95% CI: 0.821 - 2.834; P < 0.001). ICU admission rate was higher in the atelectasis group (12.1% vs. 6.5%; P < 0.001), but it did not differ between the groups after adjustment for confounders (adjusted odds ratio, 1.52; 95% CI: 0.88 - 2.62; P = 0.134). CONCLUSION Among patients undergoing elective non-cardiothoracic surgery, patients with postoperative atelectasis were associated with a 2.33-fold higher incidence of pneumonia and a longer LOS than those without atelectasis. This finding alerts the need for careful management of perioperative atelectasis to prevent or reduce the adverse events including pneumonia and the burden of hospitalizations. TRIAL REGISTRATION None.
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- Eunji Ko
- grid.411134.20000 0004 0474 0479Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Korea University Anam Hospital, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841 Republic of Korea
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- grid.411597.f0000 0004 0647 2471Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chonnam National University Hospital, 42 , Jebong-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 58128 Republic of Korea
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- grid.222754.40000 0001 0840 2678Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, College of Medicine, Korea University, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841 Republic of Korea
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- grid.411134.20000 0004 0474 0479Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Korea University Anam Hospital, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841 Republic of Korea
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- grid.411134.20000 0004 0474 0479Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Korea University Anam Hospital, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841 Republic of Korea
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- grid.49606.3d0000 0001 1364 9317Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Hanyang University Changwon Hanmaeum Hospital, 57, Yongdong-Ro, Uichang-Gu, Gyeongsangnam-Do, Changwon-Si, 51139 Republic of Korea
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The development of pulmonary atelectasis is common in the surgical patient. Pulmonary atelectasis can cause various degrees of gas exchange and respiratory mechanics impairment during and after surgery. In its most serious presentations, lung collapse could contribute to postoperative respiratory insufficiency, pneumonia, and worse overall clinical outcomes. A specific risk assessment is critical to allow clinicians to optimally choose the anesthetic technique, prepare appropriate monitoring, adapt the perioperative plan, and ensure the patient's safety. Bedside diagnosis and management have benefited from recent imaging advancements such as lung ultrasound and electrical impedance tomography, and monitoring such as esophageal manometry. Therapeutic management includes a broad range of interventions aimed at promoting lung recruitment. During general anesthesia, these strategies have consistently demonstrated their effectiveness in improving intraoperative oxygenation and respiratory compliance. Yet these same intraoperative strategies may fail to affect additional postoperative pulmonary outcomes. Specific attention to the postoperative period may be key for such outcome impact of lung expansion. Interventions such as noninvasive positive pressure ventilatory support may be beneficial in specific patients at high risk for pulmonary atelectasis (e.g., obese) or those with clinical presentations consistent with lung collapse (e.g., postoperative hypoxemia after abdominal and cardiothoracic surgeries). Preoperative interventions may open new opportunities to minimize perioperative lung collapse and prevent pulmonary complications. Knowledge of pathophysiologic mechanisms of atelectasis and their consequences in the healthy and diseased lung should provide the basis for current practice and help to stratify and match the intensity of selected interventions to clinical conditions.
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- David Lagier
- Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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Mingote Á, Albajar A, García Benedito P, Garcia-Suarez J, Pelosi P, Ball L, García-Fernández J. Prevalence and clinical consequences of atelectasis in SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia: a computed tomography retrospective cohort study. BMC Pulm Med 2021; 21:267. [PMID: 34404383 PMCID: PMC8369136 DOI: 10.1186/s12890-021-01638-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2021] [Accepted: 08/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The aim of the study is to estimate the prevalence of atelectasis assessed with computer tomography (CT) in SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia and the relationship between the amount of atelectasis with oxygenation impairment, Intensive Care Unit admission rate and the length of in-hospital stay. PATIENTS AND METHODS Two-hundred thirty-seven patients admitted to the hospital with SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia diagnosed by clinical, radiology and molecular tests in the nasopharyngeal swab who underwent a chest computed tomography because of a respiratory worsening from Apr 1 to Apr 30, 2020 were included in the study. Patients were divided into three groups depending on the presence and amount of atelectasis at the computed tomography: no atelectasis, small atelectasis (< 5% of the estimated lung volume) or large atelectasis (> 5% of the estimated lung volume). In all patients, clinical severity, oxygen-therapy need, Intensive Care Unit admission rate, the length of in-hospital stay and in-hospital mortality data were collected. RESULTS Thirty patients (19%) showed small atelectasis while eight patients (5%) showed large atelectasis. One hundred and seventeen patients (76%) did not show atelectasis. Patients with large atelectasis compared to patients with small atelectasis had lower SatO2/FiO2 (182 vs 411 respectively, p = 0.01), needed more days of oxygen therapy (20 vs 5 days respectively, p = 0,02), more frequently Intensive Care Unit admission (75% vs 7% respectively, p < 0.01) and a longer period of hospitalization (40 vs 14 days respectively p < 0.01). CONCLUSION In patients with SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia, atelectasis might appear in up to 24% of patients and the presence of larger amount of atelectasis is associated with worse oxygenation and clinical outcome.
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- Álvaro Mingote
- Anaesthesia, Critical Care Department and Pain Unit, Puerta de Hierro Universitary Hospital - Majadahonda, c/Manuel de Falla, 1, 28222, Madrid, Spain.
- Autonomous University of Madrid, Madrid, Spain.
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- Anaesthesia, Critical Care Department and Pain Unit, Puerta de Hierro Universitary Hospital - Majadahonda, c/Manuel de Falla, 1, 28222, Madrid, Spain
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- Anaesthesia, Critical Care Department and Pain Unit, Puerta de Hierro Universitary Hospital - Majadahonda, c/Manuel de Falla, 1, 28222, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Surgical Sciences and Integrated Diagnostics, University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
- Anesthesia and Critical Care, IRCCS for Oncology and Neurosciences, San Martino Policlinico Hospital, Genoa, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Sciences and Integrated Diagnostics, University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
- Anesthesia and Critical Care, IRCCS for Oncology and Neurosciences, San Martino Policlinico Hospital, Genoa, Italy
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- Anaesthesia, Critical Care Department and Pain Unit, Puerta de Hierro Universitary Hospital - Majadahonda, c/Manuel de Falla, 1, 28222, Madrid, Spain
- Autonomous University of Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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Park M, Jung K, Sim WS, Kim DK, Chung IS, Choi JW, Lee EJ, Lee NY, Kim JA. Perioperative high inspired oxygen fraction induces atelectasis in patients undergoing abdominal surgery: A randomized controlled trial. J Clin Anesth 2021; 72:110285. [PMID: 33838534 DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2021.110285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2021] [Revised: 03/24/2021] [Accepted: 03/26/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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STUDY OBJECTIVE We evaluated the feasibility of use and effects on postoperative atelectasis and complications of lower inspired oxygen fraction (FIO2) compared to conventional oxygen therapy. DESIGN Single center, randomized clinical trial. SETTING University hospital, operating room and postoperative recovery area. PATIENTS One hundred ninety patients aged ≥50 with an American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status of I-III who underwent abdominal surgery with general anesthesia. INTERVENTIONS Participants were randomly assigned to either the low FIO2 group (intraoperative: FIO2 0.35, during induction and recovery: FIO2 0.7) or the conventional FIO2 group (intraoperative: FIO2 0.6, during induction and recovery: FIO2 1.0). MEASUREMENTS The primary outcome was postoperative atelectasis measured with lung ultrasonography at postoperative 30 min in the post-anesthesia care unit (consolidation score: each region 0-3, 12 region, total score range of 0 to 36, a lower score indicating better aeration). MAIN RESULTS Seven patients in the low FIO2 group were omitted from the study due to changing FIO2 during intervention (7/95 (8.4%) vs. 2/95 (2.1%), p = 0.088; low FIO2 group vs. conventional FIO2 group). Overall, atelectasis was detected in 29.7% (51/172) of patients 30 min after surgery by lung ultrasound and 40.1% (69/172) of patients after 2 days after surgery by chest X-ray. The scores of lung ultrasonography and the incidence of significant atelectasis (consolidation score ≥ 2 at any region) were lower in the low FIO2 group than in the conventional FIO2 group (median [IQR]: 3 [1,6] vs. 7 [3,9], p < 0.001 and 17/85 (20%) vs. 34/87 (39%), RR: 0.512 [95% CI: 0.311-0.843], p = 0.006, respectively). The incidence of surgical site infection and length of hospitalization were not significantly different between the two groups. CONCLUSIONS Based on our findings, decreased inspired oxygen fraction during anesthesia and recovery did not cause hypoxic events, but instead reduced immediate postoperative atelectasis. The use of intraoperative conventional higher inspired oxygen did not afford any clinical advantages for postoperative recovery in abdominal surgery.
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- MiHye Park
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine in Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine in Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine in Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine in Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine in Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine in Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine in Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine in Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine in Seoul, South Korea.
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Toshida K, Minagawa R, Kayashima H, Yoshiya S, Koga T, Kajiyama K, Yoshizumi T, Mori M. The Effect of Prone Positioning as Postoperative Physiotherapy to Prevent Atelectasis After Hepatectomy. World J Surg 2020; 44:3893-3900. [PMID: 32661689 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-020-05682-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/01/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND The incidences of postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) such as atelectasis, pneumonia and pleural effusion after major surgery range from <1 to 23%. Atelectasis after abdominal surgery increases the duration of hospitalization and short-term mortality rate, but there are few reports about atelectasis after hepatectomy. The effectiveness of prone position drainage as physiotherapy has been reported, but it remains unclarified whether prone positioning prevents atelectasis after hepatectomy. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of the prone position on the incidence of atelectasis after hepatectomy. METHODS We retrospectively analyzed the incidence of PPCs after hepatectomy at a single center. Patients were divided into two cohorts. The earlier cohort (n = 165) underwent hepatectomy between January 2016 and March 2018 and was analyzed to identify the risk factors for atelectasis and short-term outcomes; the later cohort (n = 51) underwent hepatectomy between April 2018 and March 2019 and underwent prone position drainage in addition to regular mobilization postoperatively. The incidences of PPCs were compared between the two cohorts. RESULTS Independent risk factors for atelectasis were anesthetic duration (P = 0.016), operation time (P = 0.046) and open surgery (P = 0.011). The incidence of atelectasis was significantly lower in the later cohort (9.8%) than the earlier cohort (34.5%, P < 0.001). Moreover, the later cohort had a significantly shorter duration of oxygen support (P < 0.001) and postoperative hospitalization (P < 0.001). After propensity score-matching, the incidence of atelectasis remained significantly lower in the later cohort (P = 0.027). CONCLUSION Prone position drainage may decrease the incidence of atelectasis after hepatectomy and improve the short-term outcomes.
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- Katsuya Toshida
- Department of Surgery, Iizuka Hospital, 3-83 Yoshio-machi, Iizuka, Fukuoka, 820-8505, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Iizuka Hospital, 3-83 Yoshio-machi, Iizuka, Fukuoka, 820-8505, Japan.
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- Department of Surgery, Iizuka Hospital, 3-83 Yoshio-machi, Iizuka, Fukuoka, 820-8505, Japan
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- Department of Surgery and Science, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Iizuka Hospital, 3-83 Yoshio-machi, Iizuka, Fukuoka, 820-8505, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Iizuka Hospital, 3-83 Yoshio-machi, Iizuka, Fukuoka, 820-8505, Japan
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- Department of Surgery and Science, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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- Department of Surgery and Science, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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Joshi R. Complications and Success Rate of Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy in Renal Stone: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study. JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc 2019. [PMID: 32335659 PMCID: PMC7580408 DOI: 10.31729/jnma.4723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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Introduction: Renal stone disease has been affecting people for centuries. Percutaneous nephrolithotomy is one of the five interventions offered to a patient with renal stone. With the continuous development of noninvasive or minimally invasive techniques, these surgical procedures have been refined over time. This study was conducted to find the success rate of percutaneous nephrolithotomy in renal stone using Guy’s score and complication by Modified Clavien score.
Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was done among 114 patients who underwent percutaneous nephrolithotomy in a tertiary care hospital, from September 2016 to December 2018 after receiving ethical approval from the Institutional Review Committee. Convenient sampling was done. All patients were informed about the potential benefits and risks of the percutaneous nephrolithotomy procedure and patients signed an informed written consent form. Point estimate at 95% Confidence Interval was calculated along with frequency and proportion. Statistical analysis was done by using Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 22.2.
Results: Forty-six (40.3%) patients had Guy’s stone score I, 43 (37.71%) patients had a score of II, 15 (13.6%) patients had a score of III and 10 (8.77%) patients had a score of IV. The success rates of stone clearance were 97.8 %, 95.3%, 80% and 50% for Guy’s stone score 1, 2, 3 and 4 respectively. A total of 114 patients were enrolled in the study out of which 66 were male and 48 were female. Eighteen patients experienced some form of complications out of which 3 patients needed surgical intervention with Modified Clavien score of III.
Conclusions: Using Guy’s scoring system for percutaneous nephrolithotomy we evaluated the success rate. It is reproducible, easy and proves to be a useful tool to counsel patients about stonefree rate and prognosis for the surgical procedure. Modified Clavien score was helpful in evaluating complication rate.
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- Robin Joshi
- Department of Urology, Kathmandu Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Sinamangal, Kathmandu, Nepal
- Correspondence: Dr. Robin Joshi, Department of Urology, Kathmandu Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Sinamangal, Kathmandu, Nepal. , Phone: +9779841318312
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Alday E, Muñoz M, Planas A, Mata E, Alvarez C. Effects of neuromuscular block reversal with sugammadex versus neostigmine on postoperative respiratory outcomes after major abdominal surgery: a randomized-controlled trial. Can J Anaesth 2019; 66:1328-1337. [PMID: 31165457 DOI: 10.1007/s12630-019-01419-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2018] [Revised: 04/11/2019] [Accepted: 04/22/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Postoperative pulmonary complications may be better reduced by reversal of neuromuscular block with sugammadex than by reversal with neostigmine because the incidence of residual block after sugammadex application is lower and diaphragm function is less impaired than after neostigmine administration. The aim of the study was to compare the effect of reversal of neuromuscular block with sugammadex or neostigmine on lung function after major abdominal surgery. METHODS One hundred and thirty adults scheduled for major abdominal surgery under combined general and epidural anesthesia were randomly allocated to receive 40 µg of neostigmine or 4 mg·kg-1 of sugammadex to reverse neuromuscular block. Two blinded researchers performed spirometry and lung ultrasound before the surgery, as well as 1 hr and 24 hr postoperatively. Differences in mean changes from baseline were analyzed with repeated measures analysis of variance. Forced vital capacity (FVC) loss one hour after surgery was the main outcome. Secondary outcomes were differences in rate and size of atelectasis one hour and 24 hr after surgery. RESULTS One hundred twenty-six patients were included in the main analysis. In the neostigmine group (n = 64), mean (95% confidence interval [95% CI]) reduction in FVC after one hour was 0.5 (0.4 to 0.6) L. In the sugammadex group (n = 62), the mean (95% CI) reduction in FVC during the first hour was 0.5 (95% CI, 0.3 to 0.6) L. Thirty-nine percent of patients in the neostigmine group and 29% in the sugammadex group had visible atelectasis. Median [interquartile range (IQR)] atelectasis area was 9.7 [4.7-13.1] cm2 and 6.8 [3.6-12.5] cm2, respectively. CONCLUSION We found no differences in pulmonary function in patients reversed with sugammadex or neostigmine in a high-risk population. TRIAL REGISTRATION EudraCT 2014-005156-26; registered 27 May, 2015.
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- Enrique Alday
- Hospital Universitario La Princesa, C/Diego de León 62, 28006, Madrid, Spain.
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- Hospital Universitario La Princesa, C/Diego de León 62, 28006, Madrid, Spain
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- Hospital Universitario La Princesa, C/Diego de León 62, 28006, Madrid, Spain
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- Hospital Universitario La Princesa, C/Diego de León 62, 28006, Madrid, Spain
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- Hospital Universitario La Princesa, C/Diego de León 62, 28006, Madrid, Spain
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Moradian ST, Heydari AA, Mahmoudi H. What is the Role of Preoperative Breathing Exercises in Reducing Postoperative Atelectasis after CABG? Rev Recent Clin Trials 2019; 14:275-279. [PMID: 31291879 DOI: 10.2174/1574887114666190710165951] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2019] [Revised: 06/02/2019] [Accepted: 06/11/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND Atelectasis and hypoxemia are frequently reported after coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG). Some studies confirm the benefits of breathing exercises on pulmonary complications, but the efficacy of preoperative breathing exercises in patients undergoing CABG is controversial. In this study, the effect of preoperative breathing exercises on the incidence of atelectasis and hypoxemia in patients candidate for CABG was examined. METHODS In a single-blinded randomized clinical trial, 100 patients who were undergoing coronary artery bypass graft surgery were randomly allocated into two groups of experimental and control, each consisted of 50 patients. Before the operation, experimental group patients were enrolled in a protocol including deep breathing, cough and incentive spirometer. In the control group, hospital routine physiotherapy was implemented. All the patients received the hospital routine physiotherapy once a day for 2 to 3 minutes in the first four days postoperatively. Arterial blood gases and atelectasis were compared between groups. RESULTS There was no significant difference between groups in terms of atelectasis and hypoxemia (p Value>0.05). CONCLUSION Preoperative breathing exercise does not reduce pulmonary complications in patients undergoing CABG.
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- Seyed Tayeb Moradian
- Atherosclerosis Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Trauma Research Center and faculty of Nursing, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Trauma Research Center and faculty of Nursing, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Pandian V, Datta M, Nakka S, Tammineedi DS, Davidson PM, Nyquist PA. Intensive Care Unit Readmission in Patients With Primary Brain Injury and Tracheostomy. Am J Crit Care 2019; 28:56-63. [PMID: 30600228 DOI: 10.4037/ajcc2019883] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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BACKGROUND Readmission for ventilator support in tracheostomy patients with primary brain injury is often attributed to failure of airway protection and aspiration pneumonia. Data regarding the incidence of intensive care unit readmissions and associated factors in these patients are limited. OBJECTIVES To determine the factors associated with intensive care unit readmission among tracheostomy patients with primary brain injury, as compared with tracheostomy patients without primary brain injury. METHODS Prospectively acquired data from an ongoing tracheostomy registry at an academic health center were reviewed retrospectively. A total of 164 patients more than 18 years of age who received an elective tracheostomy and had at least 1 readmission to the intensive care unit between 2007 and 2013 were included. RESULTS The incidence of mechanical ventilation resumption and readmission was significantly higher in patients with than without primary brain injury (P = .005). Patients requiring tracheostomy for airway protection were at a higher risk for atelectasis (odds ratio, 8.23; P = .05). In patients with primary brain injury, a higher Glasgow Coma Scale score was associated with a lower risk for atelectasis (odds ratio, 0.84; P = .04). Mean (SD) Glasgow Coma Scale score was higher in patients without primary brain injury (10.64 [3.98]) than in patients with primary brain injury (8.62 [4.57]; P = .006). CONCLUSIONS Tracheostomy patients with primary brain injury may have central nervous system-mediated respiratory compromise associated with reduced Glasgow Coma Scale score, increased atelectasis, and shorter duration of ventilator dependency.
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- Vinciya Pandian
- Vinciya Pandian is an assistant professor in the Department of Acute and Chronic Care, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, Baltimore, Maryland, and in the Outcomes After Critical Illness and Surgery (OACIS) Research Group, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland. Mohit Datta is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, Palmetto Health USC, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina. Sajan Nakka is research assistant and Patricia M. Davidson is a dean and professor in the Department of Acute and Chronic Care, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. Devi S. Tammineedi is a research assistant in the Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Paul A. Nyquist is an associate professor in the departments of neurology, anesthesia/critical care medicine, neurosurgery, and general internal medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.
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- Vinciya Pandian is an assistant professor in the Department of Acute and Chronic Care, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, Baltimore, Maryland, and in the Outcomes After Critical Illness and Surgery (OACIS) Research Group, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland. Mohit Datta is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, Palmetto Health USC, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina. Sajan Nakka is research assistant and Patricia M. Davidson is a dean and professor in the Department of Acute and Chronic Care, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. Devi S. Tammineedi is a research assistant in the Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Paul A. Nyquist is an associate professor in the departments of neurology, anesthesia/critical care medicine, neurosurgery, and general internal medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
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- Vinciya Pandian is an assistant professor in the Department of Acute and Chronic Care, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, Baltimore, Maryland, and in the Outcomes After Critical Illness and Surgery (OACIS) Research Group, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland. Mohit Datta is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, Palmetto Health USC, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina. Sajan Nakka is research assistant and Patricia M. Davidson is a dean and professor in the Department of Acute and Chronic Care, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. Devi S. Tammineedi is a research assistant in the Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Paul A. Nyquist is an associate professor in the departments of neurology, anesthesia/critical care medicine, neurosurgery, and general internal medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
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- Vinciya Pandian is an assistant professor in the Department of Acute and Chronic Care, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, Baltimore, Maryland, and in the Outcomes After Critical Illness and Surgery (OACIS) Research Group, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland. Mohit Datta is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, Palmetto Health USC, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina. Sajan Nakka is research assistant and Patricia M. Davidson is a dean and professor in the Department of Acute and Chronic Care, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. Devi S. Tammineedi is a research assistant in the Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Paul A. Nyquist is an associate professor in the departments of neurology, anesthesia/critical care medicine, neurosurgery, and general internal medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
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- Vinciya Pandian is an assistant professor in the Department of Acute and Chronic Care, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, Baltimore, Maryland, and in the Outcomes After Critical Illness and Surgery (OACIS) Research Group, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland. Mohit Datta is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, Palmetto Health USC, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina. Sajan Nakka is research assistant and Patricia M. Davidson is a dean and professor in the Department of Acute and Chronic Care, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. Devi S. Tammineedi is a research assistant in the Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Paul A. Nyquist is an associate professor in the departments of neurology, anesthesia/critical care medicine, neurosurgery, and general internal medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
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- Vinciya Pandian is an assistant professor in the Department of Acute and Chronic Care, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, Baltimore, Maryland, and in the Outcomes After Critical Illness and Surgery (OACIS) Research Group, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland. Mohit Datta is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, Palmetto Health USC, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina. Sajan Nakka is research assistant and Patricia M. Davidson is a dean and professor in the Department of Acute and Chronic Care, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. Devi S. Tammineedi is a research assistant in the Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Paul A. Nyquist is an associate professor in the departments of neurology, anesthesia/critical care medicine, neurosurgery, and general internal medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
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Moradian ST, Najafloo M, Mahmoudi H, Ghiasi MS. Early mobilization reduces the atelectasis and pleural effusion in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass graft surgery: A randomized clinical trial. J Vasc Nurs 2017; 35:141-145. [PMID: 28838589 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvn.2017.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2016] [Revised: 02/22/2017] [Accepted: 02/24/2017] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Atelectasis and pleural effusion are common after coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG). Longer stay in the bed is one of the most important contributing factors in pulmonary complications. Some studies confirm the benefits of early mobilization (EM) in critically ill patients, but the efficacy of EM on pulmonary complications after CABG is not clear. This study was designed to examine the effect of EM on the incidence of atelectasis and pleural effusion in patients undergoing CABG. In a single-blinded randomized clinical trial, 100 patients who were undergoing coronary artery bypass graft surgery were randomly assigned into two groups each consisted of 50 patients. Patients in the experimental group were enrolled in a mobilization protocol consisting of the mobilization from the bed in the first 3 days after surgery in the morning and evening. Patients in the control group were mobilized from bed in third postoperation day, according to the hospital routine. Arterial blood gases, pleural effusion, and atelectasis were compared between groups. Atelectasis and pleural effusion was reduced in experimental group. The partial pressure of oxygen in arterial blood in third postoperative day and the percentage of arterial oxygen saturation in the fourth postoperative day were higher in the intervention group (P value < .05). EM from bed could be an effective intervention in reducing atelectasis and pleural effusion in patients undergoing CABG.
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- Nursing Faculty, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Nursing Faculty, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Jensen L, Yang L. Risk factors for postoperative pulmonary complications in coronary artery bypass graft surgery patients. Eur J Cardiovasc Nurs 2016; 6:241-6. [PMID: 17347049 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejcnurse.2006.11.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2006] [Revised: 11/02/2006] [Accepted: 11/06/2006] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Background Despite numerous advances in anesthesia, surgical techniques, and postoperative care for coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) still account for postoperative morbidity. Objective To determine current risk factors for PPCs in CABG surgery patients. Methods A retrospective cohort design was used. Health records were reviewed for patients ( n=315) who had CABG surgery at a large quaternary healthcare center over a 4 month period. Pre-, peri-, and postoperative risk factors for PPCs were recorded as binary variables. Data were further assessed according to PPCs and non-PPCs using logistic regression models. Results PPCs occurred in 99.4% of this CABG surgical cohort. Atelectasis, pleural effusion, atelectasis with pleural effusion, and pneumonia were the most frequent PPCs post CABG surgery. Age >65 years, diabetes, and ASA classification N3 were found to be related to the presence of atelectasis. No significant risk factors were related to the development of pleural effusion or atelectasis with pleural effusion. Postoperative pneumonia was associated with previous myocardial infarction, ventilation >10 h, and hospital stay >5 days. History of bronchitis and COPD were related to postoperative pneumothorax; history of heart failure, COPD, and other lung diseases were related to postoperative pulmonary edema. Conclusion These findings contribute to the understanding of PPCs in post-CABG surgery patients and assist in identification of patients at risk for developing PPCs.
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- Louise Jensen
- Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, 3rd Floor, Clinical Sciences Building, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
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Hulzebos EHJ, van Meeteren NLU, van den Buijs BJWM, de Bie RA, Brutel de la Rivière A, Helders PJM. Feasibility of preoperative inspiratory muscle training in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery with a high risk of postoperative pulmonary complications: a randomized controlled pilot study. Clin Rehabil 2016; 20:949-59. [PMID: 17065538 DOI: 10.1177/0269215506070691] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Objective: To determine in a pilot study the feasibility and effects of preoperative inspiratory muscle training in patients at high risk of postoperative pulmonary complications who were scheduled for coronary artery bypass graft surgery. Design: Single-blind, randomized controlled pilot study. Setting: University Medical Centre Utrecht, the Netherlands. Subjects: Twenty-six patients at high risk of postoperative pulmonary complications were selected. Intervention: The intervention group ( N = 14) received 2-4 weeks of preoperative inspiratory muscle training on top of the usual care received by the patients in the control group. Main measures: Primary outcome variables of feasibility were the occurrence of adverse events, and patient satisfaction and motivation. Secondary outcome variables were postoperative pulmonary complications and length of hospital stay. Results: The feasibility of inspiratory muscle training was good and no adverse events were observed. Treatment satisfaction and motivation, scored on 10-point scales, were 7.9 (± 0.7) and 8.2 (± 1.0), respectively. Postoperative atelectasis occurred in significantly fewer patients in the intervention group than in the control group (ϰ2DF1 = 3.85; P = 0.05): Length of hospital stay was 7.93 (± 1.94) days in the intervention group and 9.92 (± 5.78) days in the control group ( P = 0.24). Conclusion: Inspiratory muscle training for 2-4 weeks before coronary artery bypass graft surgery was well tolerated by patients at risk of postoperative pulmonary complications and prevented the occurrence of atelectasis in these patients. A larger randomized clinical trial is warranted.
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- Erik H J Hulzebos
- Section Rehabilitation, Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Rudolf Magnus Institute of Neuroscience, University Medical Center Utrecht, The Netherlands.
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Park SJ, Kim BG, Oh AH, Han SH, Han HS, Ryu JH. Effects of intraoperative protective lung ventilation on postoperative pulmonary complications in patients with laparoscopic surgery: prospective, randomized and controlled trial. Surg Endosc 2016; 30:4598-606. [PMID: 26895920 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-016-4797-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2015] [Accepted: 02/03/2016] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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BACKGROUND Respiratory functions are usually impaired during pneumoperitoneum for laparoscopic surgery. This randomized, controlled and single-blinded study was performed to evaluate whether intraoperative protective lung ventilation influences postoperative pulmonary complications after laparoscopic hepatobiliary surgery. METHODS Sixty-two patients were randomized to receive either conventional ventilation with alveolar recruitment maneuver (tidal volume of 10 ml/kg with inspiratory pressure of 40 cmH2O for 30 s after the end of pneumoperitoneum, group R), or protective lung ventilation (low tidal volume of 6 ml/kg with positive end-expiratory pressure [PEEP] of 5 cmH2O, group P). Induction and maintenance of anesthesia were done with balanced anesthesia. Respiratory complications such as atelectasis, pneumonia or desaturation were observed postoperatively. The length of hospital stay, arterial blood gas analysis, peak inspiratory pressure and hemodynamic variables were also recorded. Results are presented as mean ± SD or number of patients (%). RESULTS Postoperative pulmonary complications (P = 0.023) and desaturation below 90 % (P = 0.016) occurred less frequently in group P than in group R. Eight patients of group R and 3 patients of group P showed atelectasis. Pneumonia was diagnosed in 1 patient of group R. No differences were observed in the length of hospital stay, arterial blood gas analysis (pH, PaO2, PaCO2 and PAO2) and hemodynamic variables except PAO2, AaDO2 and peak inspiratory pressure between the two groups. CONCLUSION Protective lung ventilation (low tidal volume with PEEP) during pneumoperitoneum was associated with less incidences of pulmonary complications than conventional ventilation with alveolar recruitment maneuver after laparoscopic hepatobiliary surgery.
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Gumiro-Gil 173, Bundang-gu, Seong-Nam Si, Seoul, 13620, South Korea
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam-Si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Gumiro-Gil 173, Bundang-gu, Seong-Nam Si, Seoul, 13620, South Korea
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam-Si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Gumiro-Gil 173, Bundang-gu, Seong-Nam Si, Seoul, 13620, South Korea
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam-Si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Gumiro-Gil 173, Bundang-gu, Seong-Nam Si, Seoul, 13620, South Korea
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam-Si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam-Si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Gumiro-Gil 173, Bundang-gu, Seong-Nam Si, Seoul, 13620, South Korea.
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam-Si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.
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Nozaki I, Kato K, Igaki H, Ito Y, Daiko H, Yano M, Udagawa H, Mizusawa J, Katayama H, Nakamura K, Kitagawa Y. Evaluation of safety profile of thoracoscopic esophagectomy for T1bN0M0 cancer using data from JCOG0502: a prospective multicenter study. Surg Endosc 2015; 29:3519-26. [PMID: 25676203 PMCID: PMC4648951 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-015-4102-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2014] [Accepted: 01/26/2015] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Thoracoscopic esophagectomy is rapidly and increasingly being used worldwide because it is a less invasive alternative to open esophagectomy. However, few prospective multicenter studies have evaluated its safety profile. This study aimed to evaluate the safety profile of thoracoscopic esophagectomy using perioperative data from the Japan Clinical Oncology Group Study (JCOG0502). METHODS JCOG0502 is a four-arm prospective study comparing esophagectomy with chemoradiotherapy for esophageal cancer, with randomized and patient preference arms. Patients with clinical stage T1bN0M0 esophageal cancer were enrolled until patient accrual was completed. Open or thoracoscopic esophagectomy was selected at the surgeon's discretion. Perioperative complications were defined as adverse events of ≥grade 2 as per Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events ver. 3.0. RESULTS A total of 379 patients were enrolled between December 2006 and February 2013. Of the 210 patients who underwent surgery, 109 patients underwent open esophagectomy, and 101 patients underwent thoracoscopic esophagectomy. Although thoracoscopic esophagectomy decreased the incidence of postoperative atelectasis (open: 22.0%, thoracoscopy: 10.9%; P = 0.041), reoperation was more frequent in the thoracoscopy group (open: 1.8%, thoracoscopy: 9.9%; P = 0.016). The incidence of overall complications did not differ between the two groups (open: 44.0%, thoracoscopy: 44.6%; P = 1.00). There was one in-hospital death in each group (open: 0.9%, thoracoscopy: 1.0 %; P = 1.00). CONCLUSIONS Thoracoscopic esophagectomy is a safe procedure with morbidity and mortality comparable with those of open esophagectomy. However, it is associated with a higher frequency of reoperation.
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- Isao Nozaki
- Department of Surgery, Shikoku Cancer Center Hospital, 160 Minami-umemoto, Matsuyama, 791-0280, Japan.
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Esophageal Surgery, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Esophageal Surgery, National Cancer Center Hospital East, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Osaka Medical Center for Cancer and Cardiovascular Diseases, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Toranomon Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- JCOG Data Center/Operations Office, Center for Research Administration and Support, National Cancer Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- JCOG Data Center/Operations Office, Center for Research Administration and Support, National Cancer Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- JCOG Data Center/Operations Office, Center for Research Administration and Support, National Cancer Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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O'Brien J. Absorption atelectasis: incidence and clinical implications. AANA J 2013; 81:205-208. [PMID: 23923671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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General anesthesia is known to cause pulmonary atelectasis; in turn, atelectasis increases shunt, decreases compliance, and may lead to perioperative hypoxemia. One mechanism for the formation of atelectasis intraoperatively is ventilation with 100% oxygen. The goal of this review is to determine if research suggests that intraoperative ventilation with 100% oxygen leads to clinically significant pulmonary side effects. An initial literature search included electronic databases (Cumulative Index to Nursing & Allied Health Literature [CINAHL], PubMed, MEDLINE, Embase, and The GeneraCochrane Library) using the following search terms: oxygen (administration and dosage), atelectasis, pulmonary complications, and anesthesia. Results were limited to research studies, human subjects, and English-language publications between 1965 and 2011. From this body of research, it appears that absorption atelectasis does occur in healthy anesthetized adults breathing 100% oxygen. Data reviewed suggest that absorption atelectasis does not have significant clinical implications in healthy adults. However, further research is warranted in populations at increased risk of postoperative hypoxemia, including obese or elderly patients and those with preexisting cardiopulmonary disease.
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How safe is your hospital? Our new ratings find that too many pose risks. Consum Rep 2012; 77:20-8. [PMID: 22860269] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Ito T, Kusunoki S, Kawamoto M. [Prospective study of respiratory complications during urological retroperitoneal laparoscopic surgery]. Masui 2011; 60:142-146. [PMID: 21384646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND Retroperitoneal laparoscopic surgery has recently become a common procedure for urological fields. We investigated the incidence of respiratory complications and their background during retroperitoneal laparoscopic surgical procedures performed in the kidney position. METHODS We prospectively enrolled 51 patients undergoing urological retroperitoneal laparoscopic surgery, and assessed perioperative respiratory complications using postoperative chest x-ray (CXR) and physical examinations. RESULTS CXR revealed abnormalities in 32 patients (63%), including atelectasis in 22 (43%), pneumomediastinum in 8 (16%), and subcutaneous emphysema in 4 (8%). All of the atelectasis cases occurred in a middle or inferior robe, or a lingular segment of the lower lung in the lateral decubitus position. Furthermore, atelectasis occurred chiefly in older patients or in those who underwent right side surgical procedures, while pneumomediastinum was more common in left side procedures. One case was switched to an open laparotomy procedure because of possible pneumothorax; however, postoperative respiratory status was stable in all patients. CONCLUSIONS Respiratory complications, such as atelectasis or pneumomediastinum, occurred in more than half of the patients after urological retroperitoneal laparoscopic surgical procedures in the kidney position. Careful perioperative management and postoperative CXR examinations are essential for early detection of such potentially life-threatening complications.
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- Taishin Ito
- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Hiroshima University Hospital, Hiroshima 734-8551
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Nishiyama M, Yoshida Y, Sato M, Nishioka M, Kato T, Kanai T, Ishiwata T, Wakamatsu H, Nakagawa S, Kawana A, Nonoyama S. Characteristics of paediatric patients with 2009 pandemic influenza A(H1N1) and severe, oxygen-requiring pneumonia in the Tokyo region, 1 September-31 October 2009. Euro Surveill 2010; 15:19659. [PMID: 20843469] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/29/2023] Open
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Few reports describe the features of 2009 pandemic influenza A(H1N1) pneumonia in children. We retrospectively reviewed 21 consecutive children admitted to hospital from September to October 2009 in the Tokyo region. The diagnosis of 2009 pandemic influenza A(H1N1) virus infection was based on positive results of real-time RT-PCR or rapid influenza antigen test. All patients were hospitalised for pneumonia with respiratory failure and severe hypoxia. The median interval from onset of influenza symptoms to admission was 14 hours (range: 5-72 hours) and the median interval from the onset of fever (≥38 degrees C) to hospitalisation was 8.5 hours (range: 0-36 hours). All patients required oxygen inhalation. Four patients required mechanical ventilation. Chest radiography revealed patchy infiltration or atelectasis in all patients. Antiviral agents and antibiotics were administrated to all patients. Antiviral agents were administered to 20 patients within 48 hours of influenza symptom onset. No deaths occurred during the study period. Paediatric patients with this pneumonia showed rapid aggravation of dyspnoea and hypoxia after the onset of influenza symptoms.
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MESH Headings
- Adolescent
- Anti-Bacterial Agents/therapeutic use
- Antiviral Agents/therapeutic use
- Child
- Child, Preschool
- Combined Modality Therapy
- Comorbidity
- Dyspnea/epidemiology
- Dyspnea/etiology
- Dyspnea/therapy
- Female
- Hospitalization
- Humans
- Hypoxia/epidemiology
- Hypoxia/etiology
- Hypoxia/therapy
- Influenza A Virus, H1N1 Subtype/isolation & purification
- Influenza, Human/complications
- Influenza, Human/drug therapy
- Influenza, Human/epidemiology
- Influenza, Human/virology
- Japan/epidemiology
- Male
- Oxygen Inhalation Therapy/statistics & numerical data
- Pneumonia, Viral/complications
- Pneumonia, Viral/diagnostic imaging
- Pneumonia, Viral/drug therapy
- Pneumonia, Viral/epidemiology
- Pneumonia, Viral/therapy
- Pneumonia, Viral/virology
- Pulmonary Atelectasis/epidemiology
- Pulmonary Atelectasis/etiology
- Pulmonary Atelectasis/therapy
- Radiography
- Respiration, Artificial/statistics & numerical data
- Respiratory Insufficiency/epidemiology
- Respiratory Insufficiency/etiology
- Respiratory Insufficiency/therapy
- Retrospective Studies
- Time Factors
- Urban Population/statistics & numerical data
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- M Nishiyama
- Department of Paediatrics, National Defence Medical College, Tokorozawa, Japan.
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Meyhoff CS, Wetterslev J, Jorgensen LN, Henneberg SW, Høgdall C, Lundvall L, Svendsen PE, Mollerup H, Lunn TH, Simonsen I, Martinsen KR, Pulawska T, Bundgaard L, Bugge L, Hansen EG, Riber C, Gocht-Jensen P, Walker LR, Bendtsen A, Johansson G, Skovgaard N, Heltø K, Poukinski A, Korshin A, Walli A, Bulut M, Carlsson PS, Rodt SA, Lundbech LB, Rask H, Buch N, Perdawid SK, Reza J, Jensen KV, Carlsen CG, Jensen FS, Rasmussen LS. Effect of high perioperative oxygen fraction on surgical site infection and pulmonary complications after abdominal surgery: the PROXI randomized clinical trial. JAMA 2009; 302:1543-50. [PMID: 19826023 DOI: 10.1001/jama.2009.1452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 294] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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CONTEXT Use of 80% oxygen during surgery has been suggested to reduce the risk of surgical wound infections, but this effect has not been consistently identified. The effect of 80% oxygen on pulmonary complications has not been well defined. OBJECTIVE To assess whether use of 80% oxygen reduces the frequency of surgical site infection without increasing the frequency of pulmonary complications in patients undergoing abdominal surgery. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PATIENTS The PROXI trial, a patient- and observer-blinded randomized clinical trial conducted in 14 Danish hospitals between October 2006 and October 2008 among 1400 patients undergoing acute or elective laparotomy. INTERVENTIONS Patients were randomly assigned to receive either 80% or 30% oxygen during and for 2 hours after surgery. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Surgical site infection within 14 days, defined according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Secondary outcomes included atelectasis, pneumonia, respiratory failure, and mortality. RESULTS Surgical site infection occurred in 131 of 685 patients (19.1%) assigned to receive 80% oxygen vs 141 of 701 (20.1%) assigned to receive 30% oxygen (odds ratio [OR], 0.94; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.72-1.22; P = .64). Atelectasis occurred in 54 of 685 patients (7.9%) assigned to receive 80% oxygen vs 50 of 701 (7.1%) assigned to receive 30% oxygen (OR, 1.11; 95% CI, 0.75-1.66; P = .60), pneumonia in 41 (6.0%) vs 44 (6.3%) (OR, 0.95; 95% CI, 0.61-1.48; P = .82), respiratory failure in 38 (5.5%) vs 31 (4.4%) (OR, 1.27; 95% CI, 0.78-2.07; P = .34), and mortality within 30 days in 30 (4.4%) vs 20 (2.9%) (OR, 1.56; 95% CI, 0.88-2.77; P = .13). CONCLUSION Administration of 80% oxygen compared with 30% oxygen did not result in a difference in risk of surgical site infection after abdominal surgery. TRIAL REGISTRATION clinicaltrials.gov Identifier: NCT00364741.
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- Christian S Meyhoff
- Department of Anaesthesia, Centre of Head and Orthopaedics, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Kaafarani HMA, Itani KMF. Classification versus valuation and grading of surgical complications. J Am Coll Surg 2009; 209:290-1; author reply 291-2. [PMID: 19632618 DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2009.05.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2009] [Accepted: 05/22/2009] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Mazeh H, Samet Y, Abu-Wasel B, Beglaibter N, Grinbaum R, Cohen T, Pinto M, Hamburger T, Freund HR, Nissan A. Application of a novel severity grading system for surgical complications after colorectal resection. J Am Coll Surg 2009; 208:355-61. [PMID: 19317996 DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2008.12.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2008] [Revised: 11/26/2008] [Accepted: 12/02/2008] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Uniform and accurate reporting of surgical complications is the basis for quality control. We developed a computerized system for reporting and grading surgical complications in colorectal surgery. This study was conducted to evaluate this computerized reporting system. STUDY DESIGN A retrospective chart review was conducted of all surgical complications in patients who underwent resection of the colon or rectum at our institution between the years 1999 and 2004 (n = 408). All complications were recorded using the computerized reporting system and compared with complications reported in the literature. RESULTS Elective operations were performed in 75.7% of patients, and 24.3% required emergency operations. Of the 408 patients in the study, 239 (58.6%) had an uneventful recovery without complications. At least 1 complication was recorded in 169 (41.4%) patients. Grades 1 and 2 complications were recorded in 83 (20.3%) and 105 (25.7%) patients, respectively, requiring observation or medical treatment only, and 59 patients (14.5%) had grades 3 to 5 complications. The three leading complications were surgical site infection, intraabdominal abscess, and hemorrhage requiring blood transfusion. The grades 3 to 5 complication rate was within the range described in the literature, and the rate of grades 1 and 2 complications was substantially higher. These grades 1 and 2 complications were associated with a substantially longer hospital stay. CONCLUSIONS This novel complication reporting system was found feasible and proved to have a higher sensitivity for recording minor but meaningful complications that tend to prolong hospital stay.
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- Haggi Mazeh
- Department of Surgery, Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center Mount Scopus, Jerusalem, Israel
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Bège T, Lelong B, Francon D, Turrini O, Guiramand J, Delpero JR. Impact of obesity on short-term results of laparoscopic rectal cancer resection. Surg Endosc 2008; 23:1460-4. [PMID: 19116737 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-008-0266-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 84] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2008] [Revised: 10/23/2008] [Accepted: 11/19/2008] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The influence of obesity [body mass index (BMI) >or= 30 kg/m(2)] on the outcome of laparoscopic colorectal surgery remains controversial. The complexity of rectal laparoscopic resections requires a specific assessment of the impact of obesity on the feasibility and short-term results of the surgery. METHODS Between February 2002 and May 2007, 210 laparoscopic mesorectal excisions were performed. Demographic, oncologic and perioperative data were entered in a prospective database. Twenty-four patients (11.4%) with BMI over 30 kg/m(2) formed the obese group (OG). The outcomes in the OG and the nonobese group (NOG) were compared. RESULTS There were significantly more American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) score 3 patients (26% in OG versus 9% in NOG; p = 0.03) in the obese group. Obese patients experienced longer operative times (513 min in OG vs. 421 min in NOG; p < 0.01) and more frequent conversion to laparotomy (46% in OG vs. 12% in NOG; p < 0.001). Morbidity grade 1 was higher in the obese group (29.2% vs. 9.7% in NOG; p = 0.01), but there was no difference in regards to morbidity grade 2 or more (33.3% in OG vs. 32.3% in NOG). In addition, conversion to laparotomy among the obese did not increase significantly morbidity grade 2 or higher (5 of 11 for OG converted vs. 3 of 13 for OG nonconverted; p = 0.39). Regarding the oncological parameters (e.g. number of lymph nodes removed, distal and lateral margins) there was no difference between groups. CONCLUSION Obesity increases operative duration and conversion rate of rectal laparoscopic resection for cancer. Although obesity is associated with a worse preoperative evaluation, there is no increase in relevant morbidity and no impairment of oncological safety.
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- Thierry Bège
- Department of Surgical Oncology, Institut Paoli Calmettes, Université de la Méditerranée, Marseille, France.
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N'Goan-Domoua AM, Konan AN, Kouame N, N'Gbesso RD. [Results of the thoracic radiography profile of 247 candidates at the recruiting office of a land-transport society in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire]. Mali Med 2008; 23:21-22. [PMID: 19617164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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The purpose of this prospective study done from May to July 2007 was to show the interest of systematic chest X-Ray of future bus conductors. The main abnormalities were big heart, parenchymal lesion and pleural effusion.
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Ali MI, Fernández-Pérez ER, Pendem S, Brown DR, Wijdicks EFM, Gajic O. Mechanical ventilation in patients with Guillain-Barré syndrome. Respir Care 2006; 51:1403-7. [PMID: 17134520] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Patients with Guillain-Barré syndrome are commonly exposed to prolonged mechanical ventilation. Specific data on ventilatory management of these patients have been limited. OBJECTIVE To describe the practice of mechanical ventilation in patients with Guillain-Barré syndrome and evaluate risk factors for morbidity and mortality. METHODS We describe a historical cohort of mechanically ventilated patients with Guillain-Barré syndrome in a tertiary-care center. We extracted database information on demographics, severity of illness, pulmonary function, and ventilatory management for the period 1976 to 1996. Primary outcomes were development of pulmonary complications, duration of ventilatory support, and mortality. RESULTS Fifty-four patients met the inclusion criteria. After 1990, lower tidal volume (p = 0.031) and higher positive end-expiratory pressure (p = 0.003) were used than during the 1976 to 1990. Outcomes did not change significantly during the studied period. Forty-six patients (85%) survived to hospital discharge, and 39 (72%) were alive at 1-year follow-up. Ventilator-associated pneumonia was the most frequent complication (56%) and was associated with prolonged mechanical ventilation (p < 0.01). Atelectasis developed in 49%, and acute lung injury in 13%. All but 6 patients (89%) received tracheostomy. In 14 patients (30%) tracheostomy was placed > or = 14 days after intubation. When adjusted for atelectasis and severity of illness in a stepwise logistic regression analysis, delayed tracheostomy was associated with the development of ventilator-associated pneumonia (odds ratio 8.2, p = 0.029). CONCLUSIONS Changes in ventilator practice did not affect outcomes of mechanically ventilated patients with Guillain-Barré syndrome. The majority of patients received tracheostomy, which should be considered early in the course of respiratory failure.
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- Mohamed I Ali
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester MN 55905, USA
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Leo F, Borri A, Petrella F, Gasparri R, Galetta D, Veronesi G, Spaggiari L. Preoperative chemotherapy and postoperative complications: a closer look. Ann Thorac Surg 2006; 81:2335. [PMID: 16731194 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2005.11.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2005] [Revised: 10/18/2005] [Accepted: 11/07/2005] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Weyant MJ, Bains MS, Venkatraman E, Downey RJ, Park BJ, Flores RM, Rizk N, Rusch VW. Results of Chest Wall Resection and Reconstruction With and Without Rigid Prosthesis. Ann Thorac Surg 2006; 81:279-85. [PMID: 16368380 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2005.07.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 191] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2005] [Revised: 06/29/2005] [Accepted: 06/05/2005] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Chest wall resections are associated with significant morbidity, with respiratory failure in as many as 27% of patients. We hypothesized that our selective use of a rigid prosthesis for reconstruction reduces respiratory complications. METHODS The records of all patients undergoing chest wall resection and reconstruction were reviewed. Patient demographics, use of preoperative therapy, the location and size of the chest wall defect, performance of lung resection if any, the type of prosthesis, and postoperative complications were recorded. Predictor of complications were identified by chi2 and logistic regression analyses. RESULTS From January 1, 1995, to July 1, 2003, 262 patients (median age, 60 years) underwent chest wall resection for tumor in 251 (96%), radiation necrosis in 7 (2.7%); and infection in 4 patients (1.3%). The median defect size was 80 cm2 (range, 2.7 to 1,200 cm2) and the median number of ribs resected was 3 (range, 1 to 8). Major lung resection was performed in 85 patients (34%). Prosthetic reconstruction was rigid (polypropylene mesh/methylmethacrylate composite) in 112 (42.7%), nonrigid (polytetrafluoroethylene or polypropylene mesh) in 97 (37%), and none in 53 patients. Postoperatively, 10 patients died (3.8%), 4 of whom had pneumonectomy plus chest wall resection. Respiratory failure occurred in 8 patients (3.1%). By multivariate analysis, the size of the chest wall defect was the most significant predictor of complications. CONCLUSIONS Our incidence of respiratory failure is lower than previously reported and may relate to our use of rigid repair for defects likely to cause a flail segment. Pneumonectomy plus chest wall resection should be performed only in highly selected patients.
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- Michael J Weyant
- Department of Surgery, Thoracic Service, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York 10021, USA
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OBJECTIVE Collapsed lung with associated empyema is a different clinical entity from destroyed lung . A low perfusion rate of the diseased lung is usually considered an indication for pneumonectomy in patients undergoing thoracotomy for tuberculosis. Such a criterion may not adequately reflect the functional capacity of the underlying parenchyma when the lung is collapsed. METHODS One hundred twenty-seven patients underwent thoracotomy for tuberculosis at our hospital between 1998 and 2003. Among these, 5 (4%) patients who had a collapsed lung for more than 3 months and pleural infection were the subjects of this study. Surgery was considered after at least a 3-month course of regular antituberculous treatment. Despite no perfusions in 2 patients and 8%, 10%, and 15% perfusion rates for the remaining 3 patients, decortication alone was intentionally performed, and any kind of resectional operation was avoided. RESULTS The lung gradually filled the hemithorax between 5 and 12 days after surgery in 4 patients. The remaining patient required a thoracomyoplasty 8 weeks after the initial operation. Repeated perfusion scans 1 and 2 years after decortication continued to show no perfusion in patients who had had no preoperative perfusion. All patients were symptom free on regular follow-up between 10 months and 4.5 years. CONCLUSIONS It seems that the outcome is unpredictable in terms of lung expansion after decortication, which is a relatively simple procedure compared with other surgical options. We think that the risk of rethoracotomy is acceptable, considering the devastating complications and high mortality rates of resectional surgery in the treatment of such patients.
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- Guven Olgac
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Yedikule Hospital for Chest Diseases and Chest Surgery, Jakki Yelen Cad. 17/12, Sişli 80200, Istanbul, Turkey
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Boldú J, Eguía VM. [Benign pleural diseases induced by asbestos]. An Sist Sanit Navar 2005; 28 Suppl 1:21-7. [PMID: 15915168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/02/2023]
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Exposure to asbestos is an important cause of pleural pathology and can be produced with light or moderate tendencies given the capacity of asbestos to concentrate in the pleura. Together with the prolonged latency existing between exposure and the disease, this means that for many years we will continue to see pleural clinical manifestations from past exposure, in spite of the increasingly limited use of asbestos in recent decades. This exposure can show itself in different manifestations, both malign, such as mesothelioma, and benign, principally benign pleural effusion, pleural plaques, diffuse pleural fibrosis and massive atelectasis.
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- Sección de Neumología, Hospital Virgen del Camino, Pamplona, 31008, Spain.
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McKinley W, Meade MA, Kirshblum S, Barnard B. Outcomes of early surgical management versus late or no surgical intervention after acute spinal cord injury. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2004; 85:1818-25. [PMID: 15520977 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2004.04.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 178] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To compare neurologic, medical, and functional outcomes of patients with acute spinal cord injury (SCI) undergoing early (<24 h and 24-72 h) and late (>72 h) surgical spine intervention versus those treated nonsurgically. DESIGN Retrospective case series comparing outcomes by surgical and nonsurgical groups during acute care, rehabilitation, and at 1-year follow-up. SETTING Multicenter National Spinal Cord Injury Database. PARTICIPANTS Consecutive patients with acute, nonpenetrating, traumatic SCI from 1995 to 2000, admitted in the first 24 hours after injury. Surgical spinal intervention was likely secondary to nature of injury and the need for spinal stabilization. Interventions Not applicable. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Changes in neurologic outcomes (motor and sensory levels, motor index score, American Spinal Injury Association [ASIA] Impairment Scale [AIS]), medical complications (pneumonia and atelectasis, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, pressure ulcers, autonomic dysreflexia, rehospitalization), and functional outcomes (acute and rehabilitation length of stay [LOS], hospital charges, FIM instrument score, FIM motor efficiency scores). RESULTS Subjects in the early surgery group were more likely ( P <.05) to be women, have paraplegia, and have SCI caused by motor vehicle collisions. The nonsurgical group was more likely ( P <.05) to have an older mean age and more incomplete injuries. ASIA motor index improvements (from admission to 1-y follow-up) were more likely ( P <.05) in the nonsurgical groups, as compared with the surgical groups. Those with late surgery had significantly ( P <.05) increased acute care and total LOS and hospital charges along with higher incidence of pneumonia and atelectasis. No differences between groups were found for changes in neurologic levels, AIS grade, or FIM motor efficiency. CONCLUSIONS ASIA motor index improvements were noted in the nonsurgery group, though likely related to increased incompleteness of injuries within this group. Early versus late spinal surgery was associated with shorter LOS and reduced pulmonary complications, however, no differences in neurologic or functional improvements were noted between early or late surgical groups.
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- William McKinley
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, USA.
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Ong SK, Morton RP, Kolbe J, Whitlock RML, McIvor NP. Pulmonary complications following major head and neck surgery with tracheostomy: a prospective, randomized, controlled trial of prophylactic antibiotics. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2004; 130:1084-7. [PMID: 15381595 DOI: 10.1001/archotol.130.9.1084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To test the hypothesis that extended postoperative antibiotic cover would reduce the incidence of pulmonary complications in patients undergoing major head and neck surgery with tracheostomy. DESIGN A prospective, randomized, controlled trial was carried out to determine the efficacy of an extended course (5 days) of intravenous amoxicillin-clavulanic acid in reducing the rate of atelectasis and pulmonary infections postoperatively. Other possible risk factors that might predispose to pulmonary complications were also evaluated. SETTING Tertiary referral center for head and neck surgery. PATIENTS Consecutive patients younger than 80 years with planned surgery for carcinoma of the oral cavity, pharynx, or larynx were enrolled. Patients with diabetes, those who had received antibiotics within 1 week before surgery, and those with preexisting pulmonary disease were excluded. INTERVENTION Patients were randomly assigned no antibiotics or a 5-day course of intravenous amoxicillin-clavulanic acid postoperatively. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The development of pulmonary complications (pulmonary infection or atelectasis). RESULTS Eighty-six patients were enrolled; 73 patients met the criteria for analysis. Thirty-four (47%) developed pulmonary complications; 29 (40%) had a pulmonary infection. An extended course of antibiotics did not reduce the rate of pulmonary infections (P =.57). Positive risk factors for a pulmonary infection were presence of preoperative obstructive lung function and postoperative atelectasis. CONCLUSIONS An extended course of antibiotics did not prevent the development of postoperative pulmonary infections in patients undergoing major head and neck surgery with tracheostomy. Poor pulmonary function and postoperative atelectasis emerged as significant risk factors for pulmonary infection.
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- Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Green Lane Hospital, Auckland District Health Board, Auckland, New Zealand
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Pirat A, Ozgur S, Torgay A, Candan S, Zeyneloğlu P, Arslan G. Risk factors for postoperative respiratory complications in adult liver transplant recipients. Transplant Proc 2004; 36:218-20. [PMID: 15013351 DOI: 10.1016/j.transproceed.2003.11.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 72] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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To determine the types and the incidence of as well as risk factors for early postoperative (<30 days) respiratory complications in adult liver transplant (LT) recipients, we reviewed The data of 44 consecutive adult LT recipients who received their grafts from January 1995 through December 2002. The data included demographic features; primary diagnosis; number of intraoperative transfusions; preoperative and postoperative laboratory values; intraoperative and postoperative characteristics; and early postoperative (<30 days) mortality. Pulmonary atelectasis, pleural effusion, pneumonia, respiratory failure, and pulmonary edema were the respiratory complications investigated. Twenty-six patients (59.1%) developed at least one respiratory complication during the early postoperative period. The most frequent complication was pleural effusion (n = 18, 40.9%), followed by atelectasis (n = 13, 29.5%), pneumonia (n = 10, 22.7%), acute respiratory failure (n = 5, 11.4%), pulmonary edema (n = 3, 6.8%), and pneumothorax (n = 2, 4.5%). Compared to the patients who did not develop these problems, the affected cohort was significantly older (27 +/- 12 years vs 36 +/- 14 years, respectively; P =.039) and required more intraoperative transfusions (P =.005). Among the overall mortality rate of 15.9%, patients who developed pneumonia showed a significantly higher mortality (40.0% vs 8.8%, respectively; P =.037). Pleural effusion, atelectasis, and pneumonia are the main respriatory complications that occur in adult LT recipients. Patient age and intraoperative transfusion requirements are important predictors of early postoperative complications. Pneumonia is associated with a poor prognosis in this patient group.
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- Başkent University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology, Ankara, Turkey.
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Ashraf MN, Mortasawi A, Grayson AD, Oo AY. Effect of Smoking Status on Mortality and Morbidity Following Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2004; 52:268-73. [PMID: 15470607 DOI: 10.1055/s-2004-821103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND We aimed to examine the effect of smoking on outcomes following coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). METHODS We retrospectively analysed 6 367 consecutive patients who underwent CABG between April 1997 and March 2003. Logistic regression was used to risk adjust in-hospital outcomes, while Cox proportional hazards analysis was used to risk adjust Kaplan-Meier survival curves. Outcomes were adjusted for variables suggested by the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology. RESULTS 947 (14.9 %) patients were current smokers (smoking within 1 month of surgery), while 3857 (60.6 %) were ex-smokers and 1 563 (24.5 %) were non-smokers. After adjusting for differences in case-mix, current smokers were more likely to develop chest infections ( p < 0.001), atelectasis ( p < 0.001), and require ventilation longer than 48 hours ( p = 0.003). Current smokers were also more likely to stay in intensive care for more than 3 days ( p < 0.001). Ex-smokers were not associated with excess mortality ( p = 0.11), while current smokers had significantly increased mortality during follow-up ( p = 0.029). CONCLUSIONS Patients should be encouraged to stop smoking to maximise the long-term benefits of CABG.
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- M N Ashraf
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiothoracic Centre, Liverpool, United Kingdom
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OBJECTIVE To examine the changes in licensed nursing staff in Pennsylvania hospitals from 1991 to 1997, and to assess the relationship of licensed nursing staff with patient adverse events in hospitals. DATA SOURCE A convenience sample of all Pennsylvania, acute-care, hospitals, 1991 to 1997. STUDY DESIGN The study first describes the percentage change of licensed nursing staff categories in Pennsylvania hospitals from 1991 to 1997. Second, random effects Poisson regressions are used to assess the association of the numbers and proportions of licensed nurses with yearly iatrogenic lung collapse, pressure sores, falls, pneumonia, posttreatment infections, and urinary tract infections. Controls are the yearly number of patients, hospital acuity, and other hospital characteristics. DATA COLLECTION Secondary data containing patient- and hospital-level measures from three sources were recoded to establish the incidence of adverse events, aggregated to the hospital level, and merged to form one data set. PRINCIPAL FUNDING: Licensed nurses' acuity-adjusted patient load increased from 1991 to 1997. Licensed nurse/total nursing staff declined from 1994 to 1997. Greater incidence of nearly all adverse events occurred in hospitals with fewer licensed nurses. Greater incidence of decubitus ulcers and pneumonia occurred in hospitals with a lower proportion of licensed nurses. CONCLUSIONS This study suggests that licensed nurses' patient load began increasing in the 1990s. Adequate licensed nurse staffing is important in minimizing the incidence of adverse events in hospitals. Ensuring adequate licensed nurse staffing should be an area of major concern to hospital management. Improved measures of nurse staffing and patient outcomes, and further studies are suggested.
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- Lynn Unruh
- Department of Health Professionals, College of Health and Public Affairs, University of Central Florida, Orlando, 32816-2200, USA.
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Varelas PN, Chua HC, Natterman J, Barmadia L, Zimmerman P, Yahia A, Ulatowski J, Bhardwaj A, Williams MA, Hanley DF. Ventilatory care in myasthenia gravis crisis: assessing the baseline adverse event rate. Crit Care Med 2002; 30:2663-8. [PMID: 12483056 DOI: 10.1097/00003246-200212000-00009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Myasthenic patients who require mechanical ventilation often develop pneumonia or atelectasis. Although there are differences in the prevalence of these complications among various institutions, there is no evidence that aggressive treatment shortens the course of the myasthenic crisis. We have quantified the severity of lung injury and aggressiveness of respiratory intervention in myasthenic patients admitted to the neuro-critical care unit. DESIGN We retrospectively identified all mechanically ventilated myasthenic patients admitted in our unit between 1990 and 1998. SETTING Neuro-critical care unit of a tertiary care center in an urban area with a large, established, regional neuromuscular disease program. PATIENTS Eighteen myasthenia gravis patients with 24 episodes of respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation. INTERVENTIONS A novel respiratory intervention index, comprising the use of suction, intermittent positive-pressure breathing or bronchodilator treatments, sighs, and chest physiotherapy represented the aggressiveness of the respiratory treatment. The respiratory intervention index was correlated with the lung injury score, used as a measure of lung involvement and other respiratory variables. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS Our patients had less atelectasis and pneumonia than previously published series (46% vs. 91%), leading to shorter mechanical support and neuro-critical care unit stay. The mean respiratory intervention index correlated with lung injury score and inversely with forced vital capacity. CONCLUSIONS This study presents an estimate for both severity of pulmonary complications and intensity of respiratory therapy in the severe myasthenic patient with mechanical ventilatory compromise. Our results suggest that aggressive respiratory treatment should be used in myasthenic patients in crisis to diminish the risk for prolonged respiratory complications. These observations should be validated in a prospective study.
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- Panayiotis N Varelas
- Neuro-Sciences Critical Care Division, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA.
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to determine whether postoperative pain intensity differs between elderly abdominal surgery patients in whom postoperative pulmonary complications (PPC) develop and those in whom they do not. METHODS The exploratory secondary analysis of data from a prospective study of risk factors for PPC had a convenience sample of 86 patients (> or =60 years old) after abdominal surgery at 3 Midwestern hospitals. Daily measurements from postoperative day (POD) 1 to 6 included: pain (rated 0 to 10) at rest, with coughing, deep breathing, movement and walking, and frequency of ambulation. RESULTS Sixteen subjects (18.6%) had a PPC develop. Subjects with PPCs had higher mean pain intensities on all measures on each POD than those without. Those with PPCs had significantly higher pain intensities at rest on POD4 (P = .010), with deep breathing on POD2 (P = .015), POD4 (P = .009), POD5 (P = .006), and POD6 (P = .009), were up to a chair significantly fewer times on POD2 (P = .043), and walked significantly fewer times on POD5 (P = .002) and POD6 (P = .000) than those without PPCs. Length of stay for those with PPCs (mean, 17.9 days; standard deviation, 15.9 days; median, 10.0 days) was significantly longer than for those without PPCs (mean, 8.5 days; standard deviation, 4.8 days; median, 7.0 days; P = .000). CONCLUSION Results provide support for viewing pain as a factor that contributes to the development of PPCs among the elderly population after abdominal surgery. Therefore, nursing interventions of pain assessment and management, deep breathing, and ambulation may influence the incidence of this outcome.
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- Roberta A Shea
- Indiana University School of Nursing, Bloomington, Indiana, USA
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Vargas FS, Uezumi KK, Janete FB, Terra-Filho M, Hueb W, Cukier A, Light RW. Acute pleuropulmonary complications detected by computed tomography following myocardial revascularization. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2002; 57:135-42. [PMID: 12244333 DOI: 10.1590/s0041-87812002000400003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION: Pleuropulmonary changes are common following coronary artery bypass grafting surgery performed with a saphenous vein graft, with or without an internal mammary artery. The presence of atelectasis or pleural effusions reflects the thoracic trauma. PURPOSE: To define the postoperative incidence of changes in the lung and in the pleural space and to evaluate the influence of the trauma. METHODS: Thirty patients underwent elective coronary artery bypass grafting surgery (8 saphenous vein grafts and 22 saphenous vein grafts and internal mammary artery grafts with pleurotomy). Chest tubes in the left pleural space were used in all internal mammary artery patients. On the second (day 2) and seventh (day 7) postoperative day, patients underwent a computed tomography, and pleural effusions were rated as follows: grade 0 = no fluid to grade 4 = fluid in more than 75% of the hemithorax. Atelectasis was rated as follows: laminar = 1, segmental = 3, and lobar = 10 points. RESULTS: All patients had pleural effusion or atelectasis. Between day 2 and day 7, the number of patients with effusions or atelectasis on the right side decreased (P < 0.05). The incidence of effusions on day 2 in the saphenous vein graft group (87.5%) was higher (P < 0.05) than in the internal mammary artery group (52.3%). The incidence of atelectasis in the lower right lobe decreased (P < 0.05) from 86.7% (day 2) to 26.7% (day 7). The degree of atelectasis in both sides did not differ on day 2 (P = 0.42) but did on day 7 (P < 0.0001). There was a decrease in the atelectasis from day 2 to day 7 on the right side (P < 0.001), but not on the left (P = 0.21). On day 2 there was a relationship between atelectasis and effusion on the right (P = 0.04), but not on the left (P = 0.113). CONCLUSION: The present series demonstrates that there is a high incidence of both minimal pleural effusion and atelectasis after coronary artery bypass grafting surgery, which drops on the right side from day 2 to day 7 post surgery. Factors that contribute to the persistence of changes on the left side include the thoracic trauma and the presence of chest tubes and pericardial effusion.
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- Francisco S Vargas
- Heart Institute, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculty of Medicine, University of São Paulo, Brazil
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Konen E, Rozenman J, Simansky DA, Yellin A, Greenberg I, Konen O, Hertz M, Itzchak Y. Prevalence of the juxtaphrenic peak after upper lobectomy. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2001; 177:869-73. [PMID: 11566691 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.177.4.1770869] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of the juxtaphrenic peak after upper lobectomy in a large number of consecutive patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS Available chest radiographs of 172 of 199 sequential patients who had undergone upper lobectomy in a university hospital were evaluated for the presence of a juxtaphrenic peak. The study included 98 cases with right upper lobectomy and 74 with left upper lobectomy. Radiographs were grouped in three postoperative periods: period I, within 7 days after lobectomy (n = 142); period II, between 8 and 30 days (n = 113); and period III, 31 days or more after lobectomy (n = 101). Four experienced radiologists in consensus determined the prevalence of the "juxtaphrenic peak sign," in relation to age, sex, side of lobectomy, positioning (erect or supine), presence of juxtadiaphragmatic abnormalities, and time interval since surgery. RESULTS The prevalence of the juxtaphrenic peak sign gradually increased from 40.6% in period I to 71.9% in period III after right upper lobectomy (p < 0.01), and from 19% to 47.7%, respectively, after left upper lobectomy (p < 0.01). Its overall prevalence was significantly higher after right upper lobectomy (58.2%) than after left upper lobectomy (40.5%) (p = 0.02), and on erect chest films (51.4%) than on supine ones (28.9%). CONCLUSION The prevalence of the juxtaphrenic peak sign increases gradually during the weeks following lobectomy. It is more frequent on erect films and after right upper lobectomy. The juxtaphrenic peak may serve as an additional useful radiologic sign suggesting upper lobectomy.
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- E Konen
- Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Sackler School of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University, Tel Hashomer, 52621 Israel
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The objective of this study was to analyse the epidemiologic, clinical, radiological and functional characteristics as well as the evolutive pattern of a group of patients diagnosed of round atelectasis (RA). Patients with a radiological diagnosis of RA were retrospectively identified from January 1993 to January 1998. Cases with diagnosis not confirmed by high resolution computerized axial tomography (HRCAT) were excluded. A total of 29 patients were identified, with a mean age of 65 +/- 13 years (27 men and 2 women). At diagnosis 14 patients (34%) were smokers and 14 (49%) ex-smokers. Regarding occupation, 11 individuals (38%) had history of occupational exposure to asbestos. Regarding symptomatology, round atelectasis was a radiological finding in 15 patients (52%) and the most common symptom was chest pain (34%). The most common findings detected in the chest X-ray included pleural thickening (45%), pleural effusion (38%), nodular lesion (34%) and loss of volume (24%). The most common changes detected by HRCAT were pleural thickening (45%) and bronchovascular arch (55%). In two cases magnetic resonance (MR) was performed and in no case did this examination provided additional information for the diagnosis of RA. Functional respiratory examination did not identify and predominant pattern. During the follow-up period (2.2 years) 24 patients (83%) remained radiologically stabilized, one improved and the other four worsened (two due to enlargement and two due to increase in number). Chest X-ray is a good method for the presumptive diagnosis of RA. HRCAT is an excellent technique to confirm the diagnosis and rule out the presence of malignancy. MR provides no additional information in the study of RA. There is a frequent association between RA and asbestos exposure.
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- B Jara Chinarro
- Servicio de Neumología, Hospital Universitario de Getafe, Carretera de Toledo, km. 12,500, 28905 Getafe, Madrid
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Uzieblo M, Welsh R, Pursel SE, Chmielewski GW. Incidence and significance of lobar atelectasis in thoracic surgical patients. Am Surg 2000; 66:476-80. [PMID: 10824749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/16/2023]
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Lobar atelectasis, defined by complete lobar collapse and mediastinal shift on chest roentgenogram, represents one extreme form of postoperative atelectasis. We have evaluated the incidence and clinical significance of lobar atelectasis in a thoracic surgical patient group. A retrospective review was done of patients who underwent pulmonary resection over a 2-year period to determine patient characteristics, contributing comorbidities, and associated perioperative care factors. Lung resections were performed for both benign and malignant disease through open or video-assisted techniques. One hundred eighty patients had pulmonary resection, 101 males and 79 females, and they were divided into three groups: I, no complications (112 patients, 62%); II, complications unrelated to lobar atelectasis (60 patients, 33%); and III, complications of lobar atelectasis (8 patients, 5%). There was one death in the series, in the lobar atelectasis group (III). Mean age for the entire group was 64.5 +/- 12.5 years; however, patients in Groups II (67.3 years) and III (69.6 years) were significantly older than in Group I (P < 0.02). Mean hospital length of stay in Group I was 6 +/- 3 days, whereas that in Group II was 13 +/- 12 days (P < 0.001), and in Group III it was 27 +/- 31 days (P < 0.001). In addition, patients who developed lobar atelectasis were more likely to be male (88% vs 48%, P = 0.034), had a longer ICU length of stay (P < 0.001), were more likely to have two or more comorbidities (P < 0.05), and had a lower forced expiratory volume in 1 second (2.34 +/- 0.90 vs 1.96 +/- 0.63). All patients in the lobar atelectasis group were operated on for malignancy, but this was not significantly different from the other groups. None of the 16 patients who had thoracoscopy developed lobar atelectasis, but this also was not a significant finding. We conclude that severe postoperative atelectasis occurs as lobar atelectasis in approximately 5 per cent of patients who undergo pulmonary resection and significantly adds to the intensive care unit and hospital length of stay. The etiology of lobar atelectasis appears to be multifactorial and warrants further study to define mechanisms of occurrence and their prevention.
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- William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan 48073, USA
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Campos JH, Massa FC, Kernstine KH. The incidence of right upper-lobe collapse when comparing a right-sided double-lumen tube versus a modified left double-lumen tube for left-sided thoracic surgery. Anesth Analg 2000; 90:535-40. [PMID: 10702432 DOI: 10.1097/00000539-200003000-00007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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UNLABELLED Lung deflation for left-sided thoracic surgery can be accomplished by using either a left- or right-sided double-lumen endotracheal tube (L-DLT or R-DLT). Anatomic variability of the right mainstem bronchus and the possibility of right upper-lobe obstruction have discouraged the routine use of R-DLT. There are, however, situations in which it is preferable to avoid manipulation/intubation of the left main bronchus, requiring placement of a R-DLT. We compared the modified L-DLT with the R-DLT to determine whether R-DLTs can be used during left-sided thoracic surgery without an increased risk of right upper-lobe collapse. Forty patients requiring left lung deflation were randomly assigned to one of two groups. Twenty patients received a modified L-DLT BronchoCath((R)) (Mallinckrodt Medical Inc., St. Louis, MO), and 20 received a R-DLT BronchoCath((R)). The following variables were studied: 1) time required to position each tube until satisfactory placement was achieved; 2) number of times fiberoptic bronchoscopy was required to readjust tube position; 3) number of malpositions after initial tube placement; 4) time required for left lung collapse; 5) incidence of right upper-lobe collapse from an intraoperative chest radiograph obtained in a lateral decubitus position; 6) overall surgical exposure; and 7) tube acquisition cost. Median time required for initial tube placement was greater in the R-DLT group (3.4 min) versus the L-DLT (2.1 min); P = 0.04. Overall tube cost was also larger for the R-DLT group (US $1819.40) versus the L-DLT group (US $1107.75). The incidence of malpositions, (five versus two), need for fiberoptic bronchoscopy, time for adequacy of left lung collapse, and incidence of intraoperative right upper-lobe collapse (0) did not significantly differ between R-DLT and L-DLT groups. We conclude that R-DLTs can be used for left-sided thoracic surgery without an increased risk of right upper-lobe collapse. Our data suggest that R-DLTs may be more prone to intraoperative dislodgment/malposition than L-DLTs; however, in all cases, correction of malposition was easily achieved. IMPLICATIONS In this study, right-sided double-lumen tubes (R-DLTs) were compared with modified left-sided double-lumen tubes in patients requiring one-lung ventilation for left-sided thoracic surgery. The incidence of right upper-lobe collapse was assessed intraoperatively by a chest radiograph which showed no collapse of the right upper lobe in all patients who received R-DLTs or left-sided double-lumen tubes. Therefore, we conclude that R-DLTs present no increased risk of complications for left-sided thoracic surgery and should not be abandoned.
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- J H Campos
- Cardiac Anesthesia Group and Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, College of Medicine, Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1079, USA.
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The purpose of this descriptive correlational study was to describe the relationships between risk factors and the development of postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) following total abdominal hysterectomy (TAH). As part of a large, prospective study, data were analyzed on a subset of women who had undergone TAH. Data collection included a preoperative interview and chest exam followed by a daily postoperative interview, chest exam, and review of the medical chart. A multicriteria definition of PPC was used for atelectasis/pneumonia. This study describes the incidence of PPCs in a TAH surgical population and provides foundational work to begin identifying important risk factors to guide pulmonary care.
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- J A Brooks-Brunn
- Indiana University Medical Center, 550 North University Boulevard, UH5450, Indianapolis, IN 46202-5250, USA.
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Sandomenico F, Catalano O, Cusati B, Esposito M, Siani A. [The angiogram sign in pulmonary atelectases studied by spiral computed tomography. Its incidence and semeiologic value]. Radiol Med 1999; 98:477-81. [PMID: 10755008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/16/2023]
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PURPOSE We investigated the yield of Helical CT in the study of lung vessels, the incidence of the angiogram sign and its actual value. MATERIAL AND METHODS July 1997 to December 1998, we studied 30 cases of pulmonary collapse of different origin. We found 15 cases of passive collapse (10 from pleural effusion, 2 from diaphragmatic compression, 2 from traumatic pneumothorax, and 1 from isthmic aortic aneurysm), 12 cases of obstructive collapse (9 from bronchogenic carcinoma, 1 from mucoid obstruction, 1 from hilar lymphadenopathy, and 1 from mediastinal cancer), 2 cases of adhesive collapse and 1 case of round atelectasis. All the examinations were performed with the Helical technique during nonionic iodinated contrast agent injection (bolus, 300-350 mg/mL); we used an automatic injector set at 2-3 mL/s. We studied the images for the angiogram sign, that is hyperdense bands, usually longer than 2 cm, through the collapsed lung, which correspond to normal pulmonary vascular branches. RESULTS The angiogram sign was found in 95% of passive (14/15) and in 80% of obstructive (10/12) collapses. However in 2 of those we also found some hyperdense spots referable to vessels seen on transverse slices. The angiogram sign was missing in 1 of 2 adhesive collapses because of vascular distortion from irradiation-related fibrosis. The "comet-tail" vascular pattern was seen in round atelectasis. We had no cases of cicatricial collapse. CONCLUSIONS Thanks to its fast acquisition capabilities, Helical CT well depicts peak vascular enhancement, which permitted identification of the angiogram sign in several pulmonary collapse cases. Thus, this sign becomes even less specific, and just one of the signs of pulmonary consolidation.
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- F Sandomenico
- Servizio di Radiologia, Ospedale S. Maria delle Grazie, Pozzuoli
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OBJECTIVES To assess trends in emergency, acute, and surgical management of spinal cord injury (SCI), and evaluate the relations between surgery and the occurrence of specific complications. SETTING Model SCI Care Systems. DESIGN Case series. PARTICIPANTS Consecutive samples of 3,756 acute spinal injuries admitted to the Midwest Regional Spinal Cord Injury Care System between 1990 and 1999, 2,204 individuals admitted to a Model SCI System within 24 hours of injury before 1995, and 941 individuals who were injured between December 1995 and August 1998 and were admitted to a Model System within 24 hours of injury. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Frequencies of injury types, nonoperative treatment and types of spine surgeries, and time sequence associated complications including postoperative wound infections, pressure ulcers, deep vein thrombophlebitis, pulmonary embolism, and pneumonia or atelectasis. RESULTS Eighty-eight percent of cases entering a Model System through acute care were admitted within 72 hours of injury, 85% were admitted within 24 hours. Comparing 1990 with 1998, the number of persons admitted to Model Systems within 72 hours of injury declined 11%. Operative treatment within the Model Systems increased 5% (p < .01), with increases due to decompression surgeries. Complication rates of nonoperative and surgical cases were not different. CONCLUSIONS The reduction in 72-hour admissions suggests an increasing percentage of admissions are directly to rehabilitation at a Model System after receiving acute care elsewhere. The increase in the use of surgical procedures involving surgical decompression of the spine is probably due to advances in surgical technology and increased experience and confidence in spine surgery. Surgery does not influence complication development beyond the usual expectations for those who sustain SCI.
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- R L Waters
- Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center, Downey, CA 90242, USA
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McKinley WO, Jackson AB, Cardenas DD, DeVivo MJ. Long-term medical complications after traumatic spinal cord injury: a regional model systems analysis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 1999; 80:1402-10. [PMID: 10569434 DOI: 10.1016/s0003-9993(99)90251-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 374] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To analyze the incidence, risk factors, and trends of long-term secondary medical complications in individuals with traumatic spinal cord injury. DESIGN Data were reviewed from the National SCI Statistical Center on annual evaluations performed at 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, and 20 years after injury on patients injured between 1973 and 1998. SETTING Multicenter Regional SCI Model Systems. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Secondary medical complications at annual follow-up years, including pneumonia/atelectasis, autonomic dysreflexia, deep venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, pressure ulcers, fractures, and renal calculi. RESULTS Pressure ulcers were the most frequent secondary medical complications in all years, and individuals at significant (p < .05) risk included those with complete injuries (years 1, 2, 5, 10), younger age (year 2), concomitant pneumonia/atelectasis (year 1, 2, 5), and violent injury (years 1, 2, 5, 10). The incidence of pneumonia/atelectasis was 3.4% between rehabilitation discharge and year-1 follow-up with those most significantly at risk being older than 60 years (years 1, 2, 5, 10) and tetraplegia-complete (years 1, 2). One-year incidence of deep venous thrombosis was 2.1% with a significant decline seen at year 2 (1.2%), and individuals most significantly (p < .001) at risk were those with complete injuries (year 1). The incidence of calculi (kidney and/or ureter) was 1.5% at 1-year follow-up and 1.9% at 5 years and was more frequent in patients with complete tetraplegia. Intermittent catheterization was the most common method of bladder management among patients with paraplegia but became less common at later postinjury visits. CONCLUSIONS Pressure ulcers, autonomic dysreflexia, and pneumonia/atelectasis were the most common long-term secondary medical complications found at annual follow-ups. Risk factors included complete injury, tetraplegia, older age, concomitant illness, and violent injury.
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- W O McKinley
- Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond 23298, USA
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