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Priyanka Sethi1, Raksha Vyas1, Manbir Kaur1
1Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
Tumor-specific electroporation (TSE) offers a novel approach for tumor treatment. Conscious sedation with trans-nasal humidified rapid-insufflation ventilatory exchange (THRIVE) and dexmedetomidine effectively manages patients during TSE, avoiding general anesthesia risks.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Anesthesiology
- Medical Technology
Background:
- Tumor-specific electroporation (TSE) utilizes pulsed electric fields for cancer treatment.
- General anesthesia poses risks, especially in complex airway scenarios.
- Alternative sedation methods are needed to mitigate anesthesia-related complications.
Observation:
- Four patients underwent TSE for various indications.
- All patients received conscious sedation via trans-nasal humidified rapid-insufflation ventilatory exchange (THRIVE) and dexmedetomidine infusion.
- This approach was employed across diverse airway conditions.
Findings:
- TSE was successfully performed in all four patients.
- Conscious sedation with THRIVE and dexmedetomidine provided adequate analgesia, sedation, and amnesia.
- The combination of THRIVE and dexmedetomidine facilitated effective oxygenation and patient management.
Implications:
- TSE combined with THRIVE and dexmedetomidine sedation is a viable alternative to general anesthesia for tumor treatment.
- This method potentially reduces the risks associated with general anesthesia in patients undergoing TSE.
- Further research can explore the broader application of this sedation technique in interventional oncology procedures.
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