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Intraoperative use of processed electroencephalogram in a quaternary center: a quality improvement audit
Although intraoperative electroencephalography (EEG) is not consensual among anesthesiologists, growing evidence supports its use to titrate anesthetic drugs, assess the level of arousal/consciousness, and det...
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Alternative sensor montage for Index based EEG monitoring. A systematic review
The main objective of this systematic review is to assess the reliability of alternative positions of processed electroencephalogram sensors for depth of anesthesia monitoring and its applicability in clinical...
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Peri-operative multimodal monitoring: a real need or a luxury?
The present case of a patient with several co-morbidities undergoing complex vitrectomy under peribulbar block and sedation with Target Controlled Infusion (TCI of propofol and dexmedetomidine with EEG and Ana...
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Open AccessProcessed Electroencephalogram-Based Monitoring to Guide Sedation in Critically Ill Adult Patients: Recommendations from an International Expert Panel-Based Consensus
The use of processed electroencephalography (pEEG) for depth of sedation (DOS) monitoring is increasing in anesthesia; however, how to use of this type of monitoring for critical care adult patients within the...
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Processed EEG monitoring in critical care: a black swan or a shining star?
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Deep Venous Thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is not uncommon but underdiagnosed in critically ill patients. The disease can be related to a patient’s acquired or inherited risk factors or to intravenous catheters that are frequ...
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Open AccessTranscranial Doppler as a screening test to exclude intracranial hypertension in brain-injured patients: the IMPRESSIT-2 prospective multicenter international study
Alternative noninvasive methods capable of excluding intracranial hypertension through use of transcranial Doppler (ICPtcd) in situations where invasive methods cannot be used or are not available would be useful...
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Organization of a Hospital-Based Vascular Access Team
Pediatric vascular access teams are a dedicated multidisciplinary group of physicians, nurses and allied-health specialists involved in the proactive vascular, planning, insertion and management of any intrave...
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Near-InfraRed Technology for Access to Superficial Veins: Evidence from the Literature and Indications for Pediatric Venous Access
The use of near-infrared light imaging has been introduced to improve the number of visible veins in pediatric patients. This technology allows the visualization of small (0.2 mm) and superficial (up to 8 mm) ...
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Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC) in Children
The use of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs) in pediatric patients is not new. Since many years, these catheters have been used to deliver intravenous therapy, especially when required for prolon...
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Open AccessBasic ultrasound head-to-toe skills for intensivists in the general and neuro intensive care unit population: consensus and expert recommendations of the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine
To provide consensus, and a list of experts’ recommendations regarding the basic skills for head-to-toe ultrasonography in the intensive care setting.
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A pandemic of cognitive bias
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Cardiac Surgery
The use of ultrasound and in particular of transcranial Doppler (TCD) has been demonstrated to be useful in both paediatric and adult settings to prevent cerebral ischaemia during cardiopulmonary bypass and to...
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SARS-COV-2 and eye immunity: the lesson was learned but we are not done yet. Brainstorming on possible pathophysiology inspired by ocular models
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Neuroanesthesia and Coexisting Coagulation Problems
Neurosurgical procedures require flawless hemostasis, as even a small bleeding can produce a significant damage, not only impairing a good outcome but causing life-threatening events. Patients requiring genera...
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Neuroanesthesia and Coexisting Cardiac Problems: Acquired
The neurosurgical disorders may often coexist with various acquired diseases of the cardiovascular system, mainly due to a close pathophysiological interplay between the brain and heart. The cardiovascular dis...
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Echography is mandatory for the initial management of critically ill patients: Yes
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The Choice of a Vein in Critically Ill Patients: Cost-Effectiveness
Critically ill patients can be considered not only patients with one or more impaired vital functions but also patients with any severe chronic disease impairing vital signs. The choice of veins is crucial in ...
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The artery behind the internal jugular vein: reply to comment by Kayashima
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International evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound-guided vascular access
To provide clinicians with an evidence-based overview of all topics related to ultrasound vascular access.
