Mekala Neelakantan @mekalaneelakantan
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The management of hypoxia in a patient undergoing a procedure has a variety of etiologies, but
The management of hypoxia in a patient undergoing a procedure has a variety of etiologies, but can be dangerous if not properly dealt with. Timing can truly be of the essence in this instance, and as such, pictured is a simple flowchart to not only recognize the cause of hypoxia, but to also have a general treatment guidline. #diagnosis #algorithm #management #treatment #anesthesiology #anesthesia #hypoxia
Malignant Hyperthermia is a very rare, but life-threatening condition that can occur after using certain anesthetic
Malignant Hyperthermia is a very rare, but life-threatening condition that can occur after using certain anesthetic agents such as succinylcholine or other volatile anesthetic drugs. When it does occur, the anesthesiologist must recognize the condition and act quickly to stabilize the patient and save their life. This infographic is intended to help the viewer quickly diagnose this condition and recognize the general steps involved in management, though they may vary between different hospitals' protocols. #anesthesia #anesthesiology #malignant #hyperthermia #diagnosis #management #treatment #algorithm References: What evidence-based interventions are recommended to alleviate hyperthermia associated with Malignant Hyperthermia? (2018). Retrieved August 28, 2020, from https://www.mhaus.org/healthcare-professionals/mhaus-recommendations/what-evidence-based-interventions-are-recommended-to-alleviate-hyperthermia-associated-with-malignant-hyperthermia/ Schuster, F., Roewer, N., Schneiderbanger, D., & Johannsen, S. (2014). Management of malignant hyperthermia: Diagnosis and treatment. Therapeutics and Clinical Risk Management, 355-362. doi:10.2147/tcrm.s47632 Rosenberg, H., Pollock, N., Schiemann, A., Bulger, T., & Stowell, K. (2015). Malignant hyperthermia: A review. Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases, 10(1). doi:10.1186/s13023-015-03101.
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