Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2743919 | Anaesthesia & Intensive Care Medicine | 2006 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
This article provides a brief overview of the preparation, process and complications of anaesthesia for heart and lung transplantation. Sections are included on pre-assesment, preparation, induction, maintenance and emergence following thoracic organ transplantation. The anaesthetic management of the expanding field of ventricular assist devices (VADs) including the role of transosoephageal ultrasound is also discussed.
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Authors
Andy Gaunt,