Publications by authors named "Sno White"
Background: Vascular access in children carries a significant risk of accidental extravasation of IV fluids and medications with the potential for tissue injury. In this prospective controlled study we assessed the diagnostic utility of using IV diluted sodium bicarbonate to confirm placement of IV catheters in ventilated children. Diluted sodium bicarbonate was created using undiluted standard 8.
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- The study highlights the evolving trend toward minimally invasive techniques for correcting craniosynostosis, focusing on endoscopic-assisted surgery as a safer and effective approach.
- Data from 19 infants treated show quick recovery, minimal complications, and a high rate of excellent cosmetic outcomes.
- The findings suggest that early intervention using these techniques can reduce blood transfusions and hospital stays, making it a strong alternative to traditional surgical methods.
Anesthesiology: perioperative medicine or "when the anesthetic is a diuretic".
J Clin Anesth
March 2004
Two patients are reported, each with heart failure, who were treated with digoxin (case 1) and furosemide (case 2). Indications for medical treatment of patients with heart failure, the role of various drugs, and exercise therapy, are reviewed. At a time when the population of people over 65 years of age is increasing, it is important for physicians to recognize the symptoms of heart failure and to know the most up-to-date treatment for this disorder.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDoes dexamethasone with preemptive analgesia improve pediatric tonsillectomy pain?
Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg
March 2002
Objective: The study goal was to determine whether the combination of dexamethasone with preemptive analgesia has an additive effect in further improving recovery.
Study Design: We conducted a prospective, randomized, double-blinded trial of 50 children undergoing tonsillectomy at a university ambulatory surgery center. One study group received 1 intravenous dose of dexamethasone, and another group received 1 dose of saline solution.