Cell (Blood) Salvage

Cell (Blood) Salvage Definition: -Cell (blood) salvage is a process in which a patient’s own (lost) blood is collected, processed, and transfused back (‘Autologous’ blood transfusion), which is done by a cell saver machine. Principle: 1-Collection of blood: blood is suctioned from the operative field, and then heparinized saline is added, filtered, and centrifuged to separate...

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Dexmedetomidine

Dexmedetomidine Mechanism of Action: -It is an imidazole derivative and is a specific alpha-2 adrenoceptor agonist that acts via post-synaptic alpha-2 receptors primarily in the locus ceruleus to increase conductance through K+ channels. Uses and Dose: -Its main actions are sedation, anxiolysis, and analgesia -It is a clear, colorless isotonic solution containing 100...

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Anesthesia for Electroconvulsive Therapy

Anesthesia for Electroconvulsive Therapy Principle: -The exact mechanism of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is unknown. Electrical stimuli (electroconvulsive shock) are usually administered until a therapeutic generalized seizure is induced (30–60 sec. in duration). -A good therapeutic effect is generally not achieved until a total of 400–700 seizures have been induced,...

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