Prevention of dexmedetomidine on postoperative delirium and early postoperative cognitive dysfunction in elderly patients undergoing hepatic lobectomy / 中南大学学报(医学版)

OBJECTIVES@#Postoperative delirium (POD) and postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) are common operative neurocognitive disorders, which places a heavy burden on patients, families and society. Therefore, it is very important to search for preventive drugs. Previous studies have demonstrated that perioperative use of dexmedetomidine resulted in a decrease the incidence of POD and POCD. But the specific effect of dexmedetomidine on elderly patients undergoing hepatic lobectomy and its potential mechanism are not clear. This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of intraoperative use of dexmedetomidine on preventing POD and POCD in elderly patients undergoing hepatic lobectomy and the influence on the balance between proinflammation and anti-inflammation.@*METHODS@#This trial was designed as a single-center, prospective, randomized, controlled study. One hundred and twenty hospitalized patients from January 2019 to December 2020, aged 60-80 years old with American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) II-III and scheduled for hepatic lobectomy, were randomly allocated into 3 groups (n=40) using a random number table: A C group, a Dex1 group, and a Dex2 group. After anesthesia induction, saline in the C group, dexmedetomidine [0.3 μg/(kg·h)] in the Dex1 group, and dexmedetomidine [0.6 μg/(kg·h)] in the Dex2 group were infused until the end of operation. The incidences of hypotension and bradycardia were compared among the 3 groups. Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) for assessing POD and Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) for evaluating POCD were recorded and venous blood samples were obtained for the determination of neuron specific enolase (NSE), TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-10 at the different time below: the time before anesthesia (T0), and the first day (T1), the third day (T2), the fifth day (T3), and the seventh day (T4) after operation.@*RESULTS@#Compared with the C group, the incidences of bradycardia in the Dex1 group or the Dex2 group increased (both P<0.05) and there was no difference in hypotension in the Dex1 group or the Dex2 group (both P>0.05). The incidences of POD in the C group, the Dex1 group, and the Dex2 group were 22.5%, 5.0%, and 7.5%, respectively. The incidences of POD in the Dex1 group or the Dex2 group declined significantly as compared to the C group (both P<0.05). However, there is no difference in the incidence of POD between the Dex1 group and the Dex2 group (P>0.05). The incidences of POCD in the C group, the Dex1 group, and the Dex2 group were 30.0%, 12.5%, and 10.0%, respectively. The incidences of POCD in the Dex1 group and the Dex2 group declined significantly as compared to the C group (both P<0.05). And no obvious difference was seen in the incidence of POCD in the Dex1 group and the Dex2 group (P>0.05). Compared with the C group, the level of TNF-α and IL-1β decreased and the level of IL-10 increased at each time points (from T1 to T4) in the Dex1 group and the Dex2 group (all P<0.05). Compared with the Dex1 group, the level of IL-1β at T2 and IL-10 from T1 to T3 elevated in the Dex2 group (all P<0.05). Compared with the T0, the concentrations of NSE in C group at each time points (from T1 to T4) and in the Dex1 group and the Dex2 group from T1 to T3 increased (all P<0.05). Compared with the C group, the level of NSE decreased from T1 to T4 in the Dex1 group and the Dex2 group (all P<0.05).@*CONCLUSIONS@#Intraoperative dexmedetomidine infusion can reduce the incidence of POCD and POD in elderly patients undergoing hepatic lobectomy, and the protective mechanism appears to involve the down-regulation of TNF-α and IL-1β and upregulation of IL-10 expression, which lead to rebalance between proinflammation and anti-inflammation.

Effect of electroacupuncture pretreatment on hippocampal oxidative stress in aged mice with postoperative cognitive dysfunction / 中国针灸

OBJECTIVE@#To observe the effect of electroacupuncture (EA) pretreatment on hippocampal oxidative stress in aged mice with postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) and explore the relevant mechanism of EA pretreatment on the improvement of learning and memory in POCD aged mice.@*METHODS@#A total of 72 healthy male aged mice were randomized into a blank group, a model group, a medication group and an EA group, 18 mice in each one. In each group, 1-day, 3-day and 7-day subgroups were divided separately, 6 mice in each subgroup. In the EA group, "Baihui" (GV 20) and "Dazhui" (GV 14) were selected and stimulated with EA, using continuous wave (15 Hz, 1 mA), continuously for 30 min, once a day, for 5 days consecutively. In the medication group, 10% minocycline was injected intraperitoneally, 40 mg/kg, once a day, consecutively for 5 days. In the blank and the control group, intraperitoneal injection of 0.9% sodium chloride solution was given with equal dosage. Except the blank group, at the end of intervention, partial hepatectomy was conducted to establish POCD model in the rest groups. Morris water maze test was adopted to evaluate the learning and memory ability of the aged mice. ELISA was used to determine the contents of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and malondialdehyde (MDA) in the hippocampal tissue. Western blot method was applied to detect the protein expressions of superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD 1) and superoxide dismutase 2 (SOD 2) in the hippocampal tissue.@*RESULTS@#Compared with the blank group, the percentage of platform quadrant residence time was obviously reduced in the mice in the model group (@*CONCLUSION@#Electroacupuncture pretreatment at "Baihui" (GV 20) and "Dazhui" (GV 14) may increase the learning and memory ability of POCD aged mice, which is probably related to the decrease of oxidative stress and the strengthening of hippocampal antioxidant capacity.

Neurosurgery for Refractory Schizophrenia: A Systematic Literature Review

Schizophrenia is a chronic and disabling psychiatric disease that can be refractory to conventional treatment. The present study aims to gather information about the circuitry related to schizophrenia to describe possible surgical targets, and to establish whether psychosurgery can be a safe and effective treatment option for refractory schizophrenia. A systematic review of the literature was conducted and reported according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) statement. An electronic search was performed in the Pubmed and BVSalud databases using medical subject headings (MeSH) combined with Boolean operators. Out of the 724 studies retrieved, 13 were included in the review. Regarding leucotomy without a stereotactic approach, we found side effects such as irritability, nervous excitement, cases of disinhibition, and compromised normal social control. In other stereotactic procedures, there was some improvement, mainly regarding aggressiveness and positive symptoms; an anterior capsulotomy had an efficacy rate of 74% according to the Clinical Global Impression (CGI) rating scales. The only deep brain stimulation (DBS) case report found in our study described a significant improvement in the positive and negative symptoms. The use of a stereotactic approach enables psychosurgery to be a safe and effective treatment option in cases of refractory schizophrenia, improving the quality of life and the symptoms. Cognitive and negative symptoms remain a challenge in the treatment of schizophrenia, revealing that more targets in the circuitrymust be surgically explored. Furthermore,more clinical trials are needed to compare these many surgical techniques and targets, using a standard evaluation parameter. The results show that DBS has a promising future in the treatment of refractory schizophrenia.

Progress on the roles of glia in postoperative cognitive dysfunction / 生物医学工程学杂志

Postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) is one of the most common complications after surgery under general anesthesia and usually manifests as newly presented cognitive impairment. However, the mechanism of POCD is still unclear. In addition to neurons, glial cells including microglia, astrocytes and oligodendrocytes, represent a large cell population in the nervous system. The bi-directional communication between neurons and glia provides basis for neural circuit function. Recent studies suggest that glial dysfunctions may contribute to the occurrence and progress of POCD. In this paper, we review the relevant work on POCD, which may provide new insights into the mechanism and therapeutic strategy for POCD.

Incidencia del déficit cognitivo postoperatorio en anestesia regional y general en una institución de cuarto nivel en Bucaramanga (Santander, Colombia) en el año 2017 / Postoperative cognitive dysfunction incidence for regional and general anesthesia in a level four institution in Bucaramanga (Santander, Colombia) during 2017 / Incidência do déficit cognitivo pós-operatório em anestesia regional e geral em uma instituição de quarto nível em Bucaramanga (Santander, Colômbia) em 2017

Introducción. En el proceso de envejecimiento, la mayoría de los sistemas orgánicos mantienen su funcionamiento basal, pero existe una reducción de la reserva funcional y de la capacidad para compensar el estrés fisiológico, lo que hace que los pacientes de mayor edad sean más propensos a complicaciones postoperatorias. Se realizó un estudio en instituciones de Bucaramanga para determinar la incidencia de déficit cognitivo postoperatorio y los factores de riesgo asociados. Metodología. Estudio observacional analítico de cohorte prospectivo realizado en instituciones de salud de Bucaramanga durante 2017 con pacientes mayores de 55 años intervenidos bajo anestesia regional, general balanceada o anestesia total intravenosa. Resultados. Se estudiaron 173 pacientes, 112 mujeres (64.74%) y 61 hombres (35.26%) operados. Las técnicas anestésicas más empleadas fueron: Regional (46.24%) y General balanceada (44.51%). La incidencia de Déficit Cognitivo Postoperatorio a corto plazo fue 6.36% en pacientes previamente sanos, con valor P significativo (0.001) ajustado. Se detectó deterioro cognitivo del 51.41% con alteraciones en los dominios de lenguaje, atención y memoria; con aumento en la evaluación a largo plazo. Durante el seguimiento de pacientes a largo plazo resultó en un 11.55%, determinando la incidencia de Déficit Cognitivo Postoperatorio tardío en un 17.91%. La técnica anestésica con mayor proporción de déficit a largo plazo fue la anestesia mixta, comparada con anestesia regional. Discusión. En la actualidad no existe una definición estandarizada de Déficit Cognitivo Postoperatorio, se ha observado mayor frecuencia y mayor prolongación en pacientes de edad avanzada. El estudio demostró una incidencia temprana significativamente menor, comparándolo con artículos internacionales, pero una incidencia mayor en déficit postoperatorio tardío, resultado de mayores complicaciones intraoperatorias, comparado con otros estudios. Conclusiones. El Déficit Cognitivo Postoperatorio involucra múltiples factores de riesgo; en el estudio se encontró mayor asociación con la edad, la escolaridad, la hipotensión y la anestesia general. No hubo asociación entre comorbilidades y el Déficit Cognitivo Postoperatorio. Se determinó la presencia de hipotensión para desarrollo de este déficit. Cómo citar: Contreras-Forero FJ, Ochoa ME, Perez M, Pinillos M, Celis L, Valencia-Guampe JS, et al. Incidencia del déficit cognitivo postoperatorio en anestesia regional y general en una institución de cuarto nivel en bucaramanga (santander, colombia) en el año 2017. MedUNAB. 2020;23(3): 450-463. Doi: https://doi.org/10.29375/01237047.3711

Introduction. Within the aging process, most organic systems maintain their basal functions. However, there is a reduction in functional reserve and the capacity to compensate physiological stress, which makes older patients more prone to postoperative complications. A study was performed in institutions in Bucaramanga to determine the incidence of postoperative cognitive dysfunction and the associated risk factors. Methodology. This was a analytical observational prospective cohort study performed in healthcare institutions in Bucaramanga in 2017 with patients older than 55 years of age under regional, balanced general or total intravenous anesthesia. Results. One hundred and seventy-three operated patients were studied, among which 112 (64.74%) were women and 61 (35.26%) were men. The most commonly used anesthetic techniques were: regional (46.24%) and balanced general (44.51%). Short-term Postoperative Cognitive Dysfunction incidence was 6.36% in previously healthy patients, with an adjusted significant P value (0.001). Cognitive deterioration was detected in 51.41% of patients, with alterations in their mastery of language, attention and memory. This increased for the long-term evaluation. During long-term patient follow-up, it resulted in 11.55%, determining the incidence of delayed Postoperative Cognitive Dysfunction at 17.91%. The anesthetic technique with the highest proportion of long- term dysfunction was mixed anesthesia, compared to regional anesthesia. Discussion. There is currently no standardized definition for Postoperative Cognitive Dysfunction. It has been observed more frequently and for longer extensions in older patients. The study demonstrated a significantly lower early incidence when compared to international articles, but a greater incidence of delayed postoperative dysfunction as a result of more intraoperative complications compared to other studies. Conclusions. Postoperative Cognitive Dysfunction involves multiple risk factors. The study observed a greater association with age, level of education, hypotension and general anesthesia. There was no association between comorbidities and Postoperative Cognitive Dysfunction. The presence of hypotension was determined for developing this dysfunction. Cómo citar: Contreras-Forero FJ, Ochoa ME, Perez M, Pinillos M, Celis L, Valencia-Guampe JS, et al. Incidencia del déficit cognitivo postoperatorio en anestesia regional y general en una institución de cuarto nivel en bucaramanga (santander, colombia) en el año 2017. MedUNAB. 2020;23(3): 450-463. Doi: https://doi.org/10.29375/01237047.3711

Introdução. No processo de envelhecimento, a maioria dos sistemas orgânicos mantém seu funcionamento basal, mas há uma diminuição da reserva funcional e da capacidade de compensar o estresse fisiológico que torna os pacientes idosos mais sujeitos a complicações pós-operatórias. Foi realizado um estudo em instituições da cidade de Bucaramanga para determinar a incidência de déficit cognitivo pós-operatório e os fatores de risco associados. Métodos. Estudo observacional analítico de coorte prospectivo realizado em instituições de saúde em Bucaramanga durante o ano de 2017 em pacientes com idade superior a 65 anos operados sob anestesia regional, geral balanceada ou anestesia geral intravenosa. Resultados. Foram estudados 173 pacientes, 112 mulheres (64.74%) e 61 homens (35.26%) operados. As técnicas anestésicas mais utilizadas foram: regional (46.24%) e geral balanceada (44.51%). A incidência de déficit cognitivo pós-operatório de curto prazo foi de 6.36% em pacientes previamente saudáveis, com um valor P significativo (0.001) ajustado. Detectou- se deterioração cognitiva de 51.41% com alterações nos domínios da linguagem, atenção e memória; com aumento na avaliação de longo prazo. No seguimento a longo prazo dos pacientes resultou em 11.55%, determinando a incidência de déficit cognitivo pós-operatório tardio em 17.91%. A técnica anestésica com maior proporção de déficit no longo prazo foi a anestesia mista, em comparação com a anestesia regional. Discussão. Atualmente não existe uma definição padronizada de Déficit Cognitivo Pós-operatório, a qual observa-se com maior frequência e por mais tempo em pacientes idosos. O estudo demonstrou incidência precoce significativamente menor, em comparação com resultados de artigos internacionais, mas maior incidência de déficit pós-operatório tardio, resultado de maiores complicações intraoperatórias, em comparação com outros estudos. Conclusões. O Déficit Cognitivo Pós-operatório envolve múltiplos fatores de risco; o estudo encontrou maior associação com idade, escolaridade, hipotensão e anestesia geral. Não houve associação entre comorbidades e Déficit Cognitivo Pós-operatório. Determinou-se a presença de hipotensão para o desenvolvimento desse déficit. Cómo citar: Contreras-Forero FJ, Ochoa ME, Perez M, Pinillos M, Celis L, Valencia-Guampe JS, et al. Incidencia del déficit cognitivo postoperatorio en anestesia regional y general en una institución de cuarto nivel en bucaramanga (santander, colombia) en el año 2017. MedUNAB. 2020;23(3): 450-463. Doi: https://doi.org/10.29375/01237047.3711

Maior risco de delirium no pós-operatório está associado à idade avançada, anemia e baixa reserva cognitiva / Greater risk of postoperative delirium is associated with advanced age, anemia, and low cognitive reserve

INTRODUÇÃO: Delirium é uma mudança aguda na cognição e atenção, comum no período pós-operatório em pessoas idosas, associada ao aumento de custos e à permanência hospitalar. OBJETIVO: Avaliar frequência, fatores de risco e influência no período de permanência hospitalar de delirium pós-operatório em pacientes idosos submetidos a cirurgias não cardíacas eletivas. MÉTODO: Estudo do tipo transversal, observacional, de pessoas idosas (65 anos de idade ou mais), internadas para realização de cirurgia eletiva não cardíaca. Durante o período pré-operatório imediato (24 horas) foram avaliados os fatores de risco: idade, gênero, cognição (MiniCog), funcionalidade (Katz e time up and go), fármacos e aspectos clínicos. O delirium, no pós-operatório imediato (até 72 horas), foi avaliado através do Confusion Assesment Method (CAM). RESULTADOS: Oitenta e três pacientes foram incluídos na pesquisa, sendo 44,6% (n = 37) de cirurgia ortopédica, 42,16% (n = 35) de cirurgia geral e 13,3% (n = 11) de cirurgia urológica. Predominou o sexo masculino (53%), com idade média de 73 anos (65 a 94) anos. Na amostra de pacientes, 9,6% (n = 8) apresentaram delirium pós-operatório: 6% do tipo hiperativo (n = 5), 2,4% do tipo hipoativo (n = 2) e 1,2% do tipo misto (n = 1). Eram mais idosos (p = 0,02), com maior declínio cognitivo (p = 0,01), anemia (p = 0,04) e prolongamento na permanência hospitalar (p = 0,001). CONCLUSÃO: O delirium pós-operatório foi observado com maior frequência nos pacientes mais idosos, portadores de declínio cognitivo e anemia, com influência no período de hospitalização, demonstrando a importância de uma avaliação preventiva mais abrangente no período pré-operatório.

INTRODUCTION: Delirium is an acute change in cognition and attention, common in the postoperative period in older patients, associated with increased costs and longer hospital stay. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the frequency, risk factors, and influence of postoperative delirium in older patients submitted to elective noncardiac surgery. METHOD: This was a cross-sectional, observational study of older adults (65 years or older) hospitalized for elective noncardiac surgery. During the immediate preoperative period (24 hours), risk factors such as age, sex, cognition (MiniCog), functional status (Katz and Timed Up and Go), medications, and clinical aspects were evaluated. Delirium, in the immediate postoperative period (up to 72 hours), was evaluated using the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM). RESULTS: A total of 83 patients were included in the study. Of these, 44.6% (n = 37) had undergone orthopedic surgery, 42.16% (n = 35), general surgery, and 13.3% (n = 11), urological surgery. Most participants were men (53%), with a mean age of 73 (65­94) years. Overall, 9.6% (n = 8) had postoperative delirium: 6% of the hyperactive subtype (n = 5), 2.4% of the hypoactive subtype (n = 2), and 1.2% of the mixed subtype (n = 1). These patients were older (p = 0.02), had greater cognitive decline (p = 0.01), anemia (p = 0.04), and prolonged hospital stay (p = 0.001). CONCLUSION: Postoperative delirium was more commonly observed in the older old with cognitive decline and anemia, with an impact on hospital length of stay, highlighting the importance of a more comprehensive preventive evaluation in the preoperative period.

Adverse postoperative cognitive disorders: a national survey of portuguese anesthesiologists / Distúrbios cognitivos adversos no pós-operatório: uma pesquisa nacional de anestesiologistas portugueses

Abstract Background and objectives Postoperative delirium and postoperative cognitive dysfunction are some of the most common complications in older surgical patients and are associated with adverse outcomes. The aim of this study was to evaluate portuguese anesthesiologists' perspectives and knowledge about adverse postoperative cognitive disorders, and routine clinical practice when caring for older surgical patients. Methods We used a prospective online survey with questions using a Likert scale from 1 to 5 (completely disagree to completely agree), or yes/no/don't know answer types. Potential participants were portuguese anesthesiologists working in hospitals affiliated with the portuguese national health system and private hospitals. Results We analyzed 234 surveys (17.7% of total potential respondents). The majority believed that the risk of cognitive side effects should be considered when choosing the type of anesthesia (87.6%) and that preoperative cognitive function should be routinely assessed (78.6%). When caring for an agitated and confused patient postoperatively, 62.4% would first administer an analgesic and 11.1% an anxiolytic. Protocols to screen and manage postoperative cognitive disorders are rarely used. Nearly all respondents believe that postoperative delirium and postoperative cognitive dysfunction are neglected areas in anesthesiology. Conclusions Overall, participants perceive postoperative cognitive disorders as important adverse outcomes following surgery and anesthesia are aware of the main risk factors for their development but may lack information on prevention and management of postoperative delirium. The majority of hospitals do not have protocols regarding preoperative cognitive assessment, diagnosis, management or follow-up of patients with delirium and postoperative cognitive dysfunction.

Resumo Justificativa e objetivos O delírio pós-operatório e a disfunção cognitiva pós-operatória são algumas das complicações mais comuns em pacientes cirúrgicos mais idosos e estão associados a desfechos adversos. O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar as perspectivas e conhecimentos de anestesiologistas portugueses sobre distúrbios cognitivos pós-operatórios e a prática clínica de rotina ao cuidar de pacientes cirúrgicos idosos. Métodos Pesquisa prospectiva on-line com perguntas usando uma escala Likert de 1-5 (discordo completamente-concordo completamente), ou respostas como sim/não/não sei. Os potenciais participantes eram anestesiologistas portugueses que trabalhavam em hospitais afiliados ao sistema nacional de saúde português e hospitais privados. Resultados Analisamos 234 resultados (17,7% do total dos potenciais respondentes). A maioria acreditava que o risco de efeitos colaterais cognitivos deveria ser considerado ao escolher o tipo de anestesia (87,6%) e que a função cognitiva pré-operatória deveria ser rotineiramente avaliada (78,6%). Ao cuidar de um paciente agitado e confuso no pós-operatório, 62,4% administraram primeiro um analgésico e 11,1% um ansiolítico. Protocolos para detectar e tratar distúrbios cognitivos pós-operatórios são raramente usados. Quase todos os entrevistados acreditam que o delírio pós-operatório e a disfunção cognitiva pós-operatória são áreas negligenciadas na anestesiologia. Conclusões Em geral, os participantes percebem os distúrbios cognitivos pós-operatórios como importantes resultados adversos após a cirurgia e anestesia, estão cientes dos principais fatores de risco para seu desenvolvimento, mas podem não ter informações sobre como prevenir e tratar o delírio pós-operatório. A maioria dos hospitais não possui protocolos de avaliação cognitiva pré-operatória, diagnóstico, tratamento ou acompanhamento de pacientes com delírio e disfunção cognitiva no pós-operatório.