Prediction of cerebral ischaemia using loco-regional anaesthesia

The authors present their experience in cerebral monitoring during carotid surgery by surveillance of the clinical status of the patients. The operation was performed using loco-regional anaesthesia and employing a temporary shunt in those cases with cerebral ischaemic symptoms at clamping. In the 212 operations performed, no complication due to inadequate monitoring or complications related to coronary disease or respiratory insufficiency were observed.