| Literature DB >> 27185724 |
Vikas Chauhan1, Ankita Tiwari1, Girija Prasad Rath2, Sujoy Banik1.
Abstract
Hemodynamic derangements have been reported after surgery involving upper cervical spine. Similar observations, however, are rare during a lumbar spine surgery. We share our experience in a patient who had 2 episodes of bradycardia leading to transient asystole while undergoing lumbar discectomy for prolapsed intervertebral disc. The risk of life-threatening hemodynamic disturbances during seemingly uncomplicated surgery in prone position has been emphasized.Entities:
Keywords: Asystole; Lumbar spine surgery; Prolapsed intervertebral disc
Mesh:
Substances:
Year: 2016 PMID: 27185724 DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2016.01.014
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Clin Anesth ISSN: 0952-8180 Impact factor: 9.452