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Standards of neuroanesthesia.

A M Lam1

  • 1Departments of Anesthesiology and Neurological Surgery, Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA.

Acta Neurochirurgica. Supplement
|February 14, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Currently, no formal neuroanesthesia standards exist. However, consensus guidelines informed by physiology, literature, and expert opinion cover key practice areas for neurosurgical patient care.

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Area of Science:

  • Anesthesiology
  • Neurosurgery

Background:

  • Neuroanesthesia lacks formally published standards.
  • Existing consensus guidelines address neuroanesthesia practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current consensus guidelines in neuroanesthesia.
  • To cover key areas of neurosurgical patient care.

Main Methods:

  • Review of published literature.
  • Consideration of physiological principles.
  • Incorporation of clinical experience and expert opinions.

Main Results:

  • Consensus guidelines exist for neuroanesthesia.
  • Guidelines cover premedication, intraoperative and emergency algorithms, and postoperative care.

Conclusions:

  • While no formal standards are published, comprehensive guidelines inform neuroanesthesia practice.
  • These guidelines are based on a synthesis of evidence and expert consensus.

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