ABSTRACT
We present three patients with ethylene glycol antifreeze poisoning whose management included the use of continuous veno-venous haemodiafiltration. Results from these cases demonstrate clearance of the ethylene glycol molecule.
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Ethylene Glycols/poisoning , Adult , Ethylene Glycols/blood , Female , Hemodiafiltration , Humans , Male , Poisoning/therapy , Time FactorsSubject(s)
Catheterization, Central Venous/instrumentation , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Equipment Failure , Female , HumansABSTRACT
We have used a lung model to reassess the efficiency of the Magill attachment during controlled ventilation in which the pattern of ventilation, tidal volume and fresh gas flows were varied. Adjustment of the inspiratory:expiratory ratio to ensure a prolonged expiratory phase is recommended, to improve efficiency and predictability of the system, if its use is necessary for short periods during controlled ventilation in clinical practice.
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Lung/physiology , Models, Biological , Ventilators, Mechanical/standards , Carbon Dioxide/physiology , Humans , RespirationABSTRACT
Five currently available fuel cell oxygen analysers were studied with a view to their use in anaesthesia. The accuracy, response time and safety features of these analysers are discussed. Fuel cell analysers appear to be suitable oxygen monitors for routine anaesthetic use.
