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Perioperative evaluation and management of cardiac disease in the ambulatory surgery setting

J Devin Roberts1, BobbieJean Sweitzer2

  • 1Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care, University of Chicago, 5841 South Maryland Ave MC4028, Chicago, IL 60637, USA.

Anesthesiology Clinics
|June 3, 2014
PubMed

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Preoperative cardiac evaluation assesses and reduces patient risk before surgery. Diagnostic tests and interventions are selectively used to lower the risk of adverse outcomes when high.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Perioperative Medicine
  • Risk Assessment

Background:

  • Preoperative cardiac evaluation is crucial for surgical patient management.
  • It aims to identify and mitigate potential cardiac complications.
  • Current practices emphasize risk stratification and targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the principles of preoperative cardiac evaluation.
  • To define the criteria for utilizing diagnostic testing and interventions.
  • To emphasize a guideline-driven, stepwise approach.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of existing literature and guidelines.
  • Stepwise diagnostic algorithm based on patient risk factors.
  • Selective application of cardiac testing and interventions.

Main Results:

  • Preoperative cardiac evaluation prioritizes risk assessment and reduction.
  • Diagnostic testing and interventions are reserved for high-risk scenarios.
  • A structured, stepwise approach guided by literature is recommended.

Conclusions:

  • Effective preoperative cardiac evaluation minimizes surgical risk.
  • Judicious use of diagnostic tools and interventions is key.
  • Adherence to established guidelines ensures optimal patient care.

Keywords:
Ambulatory surgeryAortic stenosisCoronary artery diseaseEndocarditis prophylaxisHeart failureHypertensionImplantable electronic devices

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