Magnetic resonance for the anaesthetist

Autor: J.G. Whitwam, Janet Sargentoni, David K. Menon, C. J. Peden, A. S. Hall
Rok vydání: 1992
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Zdroj: Anaesthesia. 47:508-517
ISSN: 1365-2044
0003-2409
DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2044.1992.tb02278.x
Popis: Anaesthetists are increasingly involved in patient care during magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy. This paper describes a system which has been developed for the management of critically ill patients and the conduct of anaesthesia in a magnetic resonance unit with a 1.6 tesla whole body magnet. Difficulties which arise from working in a confined space in a high magnetic field are highlighted. Different approaches to anaesthesia, sedation and the modification of equipment for use in this environment are reviewed. The problems associated with patient monitoring within a magnetic field are discussed and some solutions are suggested. A transport system for critically ill patients is described and a protocol for management is outlined.
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