Double Lumen endobronchial Tubes (DLTs) are the default choice for achieving lung isolation when One Lung Ventilation (OLV) is indicated. DLTs are the preferred choice since their insertion is quicker, they are less prone to displacement, lung deflation is accomplished faster and secretions suctioning from both lungs is feasible. Continue reading
Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder affecting the neuromuscular junction function and causing muscle weakness that gets worse during the day and after physical activity. The most common medication prescribed for MG treatment is pyridostigmine. Continue reading
Anesthesia for thoracic surgery presents specific challenges since anesthesiologists have to manage patients with several comorbidities, apply One Lung Ventilation (OLV) to facilitate surgery and at the same time they should try to maintain adequate safe oxygen levels. Hypoxemia is a common consequence of OLV. The aim of the present retrospective study was to investigate the impact of intraoperative hypoxia on the early outcome of patients. Continue reading
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