Morpho-functional survey in children suspected of inherited retinal dystrophies via video recording, electrophysiology and genetic analysis.

Purpose: To present a detailed study matching functional response and video imaging with genetic analysis in children suspected of inherited retinal dystrophy (IRD).

Methods: Sixteen children underwent fundus examination via video recording (Heine Omega 500 indirect ophthalmoscope with DV1 camera) and electroretinogram (ERG) under general anesthesia to investigate the cause of suspected low vision. The patients [median age 12 (interquartile range 8-57.

[Evaluation of a protocol of health surveillance for the personnel exposed to inhalation anesthetics in a sample of 3 operating rooms].

Objectives: To verify the results of a health surveillance protocol for personnel exposed to inhalation anaesthetics.

Design: Yearly follow-up of operating room personnel.

Setting: Operating theatres of a university hospital; one "clean" room with waste anaesthetic scavengers, a second older room an thus "dirty", a third room with appropriate technical requirements, but with a considerable environmental emission of anaesthetics.

[Anesthesiology problems for implant and explant of left ventricular Novacor systems].

Objectives: To review experience with anaesthetic management in patients undergoing a left ventricular assist system (LVAS) Novacor implant as a bridge to cardiac transplantation.

Design: Retrospective clinical study.

Setting: Cardiothoracic operating room in a university hospital.