Pediatric neuroanesthesia.
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چکیده
The perioperative management of pediatric neurosurgical patients presents many challenges to neurosurgeons and anesthesiologists. Many conditions are unique to pediatrics. Thorough preoperative evaluation and open communication between members of the health care team are important. A basic understanding of age-dependent variables and the interaction of anesthetic and surgical procedures are essential in minimizing perioperative morbidity and mortality.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Neuroimaging clinics of North America
دوره 17 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2002