British Journal of Anaesthesia

Editorials:

M. E. Durieux

Editorial I: Powerful tools require careful handling—the case of the circadian ketamine effect
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 783-784; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh165 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

D. W. McKeown

Editorial II: Not waving, but drowning
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 784-786; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh140 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

B. Preckel and W. Schlack

Editorial III: Xenon—cardiovascularly inert?
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 786-789; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh137 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

M. Nirmalan, P. M. Dark, P. Nightingale, and J. Harris

Editorial IV: Physical and pharmacological restraint of critically ill patients: clinical facts and ethical considerations
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 789-792; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh138 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Clinical Investigations:

T. S. Walsh, S. Dodds, and F. McArdle

Evaluation of simple criteria to predict successful weaning from mechanical ventilation in intensive care patients
BJA Advance Access published on April 30, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 793-799; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh139 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

E. P. Martinoni, Ch. A. Pfister, K. S. Stadler, P. M. Schumacher, D. Leibundgut, T. Bouillon, T. Böhlen, and A. M. Zbinden

Model-based control of mechanical ventilation: design and clinical validation
BJA Advance Access published on April 19, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 800-807; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh145 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

D. A. Reuter, T. Goresch, M. S. G. Goepfert, S. M. Wildhirt, E. Kilger, and A. E. Goetz

Effects of mid-line thoracotomy on the interaction between mechanical ventilation and cardiac filling during cardiac surgery
BJA Advance Access published on April 19, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 808-813; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh151 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

B. S. Silbert, P. Maruff, L. A. Evered, D. A. Scott, M. Kalpokas, K. J. Martin, M. S. Lewis, and P. S. Myles

Detection of cognitive decline after coronary surgery: a comparison of computerized and conventional tests
BJA Advance Access published on April 2, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 814-820; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh157 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] Supplementary data [Request Permissions]  

M. P. Margarson and N. C. Soni

Changes in serum albumin concentration and volume expanding effects following a bolus of albumin 20% in septic patients
BJA Advance Access published on April 2, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 821-826; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh111 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

C. R. Grebenik, A. Boyce, M. E. Sinclair, R. D. Evans, D. G. Mason, and B. Martin

NICE guidelines for central venous catheterization in children. Is the evidence base sufficient?
BJA Advance Access published on April 30, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 827-830; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh134 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

M. Tanaka, T. Kimura, T. Goyagi, and T. Nishikawa

Gender differences in baroreflex response and heart rate variability in anaesthetized humans
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 831-835; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh143 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

A. Bräuer, T. Perl, Z. Uyanik, M. J. M. English, W. Weyland, and U. Braun

Perioperative thermal insulation: minimal clinically important differences?
BJA Advance Access published on April 19, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 836-840; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh156 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

K. Bauerle, C.-A. Greim, M. Schroth, M. Geisselbrecht, A. Köbler, and N. Roewer

Prediction of depth of sedation and anaesthesia by the Narcotrend^TM EEG monitor
BJA Advance Access published on April 2, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 841-845; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh142 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

A. Ng, A. Temple, G. Smith, and J. Emembolu

Early analgesic effects of parecoxib versus ketorolac following laparoscopic sterilization: a randomized controlled trial
BJA Advance Access published on April 30, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 846-849; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh161 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

M. Camorcia, G. Capogna, G. Lyons, and M. Columb

Epidural test dose with levobupivacaine and ropivacaine: determination of ED₅₀ motor block after spinal administration
BJA Advance Access published on April 19, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 850-853; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh155 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

M. Oldman, D. Moore, and S. Collins

Drug patient information leaflets in anaesthesia: effect on anxiety and patient satisfaction
BJA Advance Access published on April 2, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 854-858; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh162 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] Supplementary data [Request Permissions]  

Laboratory Investigations:

Y. Sato, E. Kobayashi, Y. Hakamata, M. Kobahashi, T. Wainai, T. Murayama, M. Mishina, and N. Seo

Chronopharmacological studies of ketamine in normal and NMDA 1 receptor knockout mice
BJA Advance Access published on April 2, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 859-864; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh144 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

P. D. Levin, D. Levin, and A. Avidan

Medical aerosol propellant interference with infrared anaesthetic gas monitors
BJA Advance Access published on April 30, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 865-869; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh154 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Review Articles:

T. Asai and K. Shingu

Difficulty in advancing a tracheal tube over a fibreoptic bronchoscope: incidence, causes and solutions
BJA Advance Access published on April 30, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 870-881; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh136 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Short Communications:

D. R. Goldhill and A. F. McNarry

Physiological abnormalities in early warning scores are related to mortality in adult inpatients
BJA Advance Access published on April 2, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 882-884; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh113 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

S. R. Bennett, D. Grace, and S. C. Griffin

Cardiovascular changes with the laryngeal mask airway in cardiac anaesthesia
BJA Advance Access published on April 19, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 885-887; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh149 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Case Reports:

P. Bhattacharya, B. K. Biswas, and S. Baniwal

Retrieval of a retrograde catheter using suction, in patients who cannot open their mouths
BJA Advance Access published on April 30, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 888-890; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh146 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

D. K. Phukan and J. Andrzejowski

Percutaneous tracheostomy: a guide wire complication
BJA Advance Access published on April 2, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 891-893; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh141 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

P. A. Farling and A. K. Durairaju

Remifentanil and anaesthesia for carcinoid syndrome
BJA Advance Access published on March 19, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 893-895; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh135 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

T. H. Schroeder, W. A. Krueger, E. Neeser, U. Hahn, and K. Unertl

Spinal epidural abscess—a rare complication after epidural analgesia for labour and delivery
BJA Advance Access published on April 2, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 896-898; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh152 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

G. Taylor, J. M. Devys, F. Heran, and B. Plaud

Early exploration of diplopia with magnetic resonance imaging after peribulbar anaesthesia
BJA Advance Access published on April 19, 2004
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 899-901; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh153 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Correspondence:

L. Talbot, C. Lewis, C. D. D. Hutter, I. Rice, and M. Y. K. Wee

Obstetric epidurals and chronic adhesive arachnoiditis
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 902-903; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh566 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

A. Bullingham, T. M. Cook, R. Awan, and J. P. Nolan

Use of the ProSeal^TM laryngeal mask airway for airway maintenance during emergency Caesarean section after failed intubation
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 903-904; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh560 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

S. J. Vaida, L. A. Gaitini, T. M. Cook, R. Awan, and J. P. Nolan

Another case of use of the ProSeal^TM laryngeal mask airway in a difficult obstetric airway
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 905; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh569 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

P. Morgan, A. Kwan, W. G. Fok, K. I. Law, and S. H. Lam

Tracheostomy in a patient with SARS
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 905-906; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh568 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

N. George, M. Griffiths, and E. Moloney

Protective ventilation of patients with ARDS
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 906-907; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh564 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

C. Hamilton-Davies, M. Mythen, and C. O’Malley

Endotoxaemia during left ventricular assist device insertion
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 907; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh562 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

M. Shah, A. Pearce, S. Raimes, and A. Linsley

Oesophagectomy and elective postoperative ventilation
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 907-908; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh561 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

D. L. A. Wyncoll and J. C. Ballantyne

Epidurals in septic patients
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 908-909; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh559 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

M. Sidery, A. Absalom, R. Burton, K. Canavan, and M. Garrioch

Sub-Tenon’s block: are fasting and intravenous access necessary?
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 909; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh570 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

E. Calenda, C. Vasseneix, I. Serramoune, and M. Muraine

Bupivacaine in the sub-Tenon’s space to relieve postoperative pain in a child
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 909-910; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh567 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

D. M. Levy and V. L. Webster

Unrestricted sips of water before Caesarean section
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 910; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh565 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Book Reviews:

K.A. Forrest and A.R. Bodenham

Anaesthesia and Intensive Care A-Z--An Encyclopaedia of Principles and Practice
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 911; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh563 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Errata:

Errata
Br. J. Anaesth. 2004 92: 912; doi:10.1093/bja/aeh997 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

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