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3 articles for “spinal anesthesia”
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Frequency of Failed Spinal Anesthesia and Associated Factors in Cesarean Section at Mardan Medical Complex, Mardan, KP, Pakistan
Abstract: Objective: Spinal anesthesia is the preferred choice of anesthesia for parturients having cesarean sections. Despite the high percentage of success in providing acceptable surgical anesthesia, failure of spinal anesthesia has been reported. This study aims to determine the frequency and associated factors related to failed spinal anesthesia during cesarean sections in pregnant women. Methodology: This descriptive cross-sectional study included 149 pregnant women and was conducted at Mardan Medical Complex (MMC) …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Needle Choice in Spinal Anesthesia: Is the 25-Gauge Whitacre Superior to the Quincke in Reducing Post-Dural Puncture Headache
Abstract: The process known as endotracheal intubation involves inserting a synthetic tube into the trachea and inflating the former’s cuff to create an airtight seal. Of all the specialized masks in the LMA family, the PLMA is the most intricate. The cuff, the airway tube, the drain (gastric access) tube, and the inflation line with pilot balloon are their four primary components. This drain tube aids in identifying mask malposition and …
Published in Emerging Trends in Personalized Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Needle Choice in Spinal Anaesthesia: Is the 25-Gauge Whitacre Superior to the Quincke in Reducing Post-Dural Puncture Headache
Abstract: The process known as endotracheal intubation involves inserting a synthetic tube into the trachea and inflating the former's cuff to create an airtight seal. Of all the specialised masks in the LMA family, the PLMA is the most intricate. The cuff, the airway tube, the drain (gastric access) tube, and the inflation line with pilot balloon are its four primary components. This drain tube aids in identifying mask malposition and …
Published in Emerging Trends in Personalized Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article