British Journal of Anaesthesia

Editorials:

D. R. Spahn, M. A. Tucci, and M. Makris

Editorial: Is recombinant FVIIa the magic bullet in the treatment of major bleeding?
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 553-555; doi:10.1093/bja/aei103 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Review Articles:

A. T. P. Skrabanja, E. A. C. Bouman, and P. C. Dagnelie

Potential value of adenosine 5'-triphosphate (ATP) and adenosine in anaesthesia and intensive care medicine
BJA Advance Access published on February 18, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 556-562; doi:10.1093/bja/aei093 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Cardiovascular:

Y. Kadoi, H. Hinohara, F. Kunimoto, H. Kuwano, S. Saito, and F. Goto

Effects of AM281, a cannabinoid antagonist, on systemic haemodynamics, internal carotid artery blood flow and mortality in septic shock in rats
BJA Advance Access published on February 25, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 563-568; doi:10.1093/bja/aei106 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

C. Madjdpour, N. Dettori, P. Frascarolo, M. Burki, M. Boll, A. Fisch, T. Bombeli, and D. R. Spahn

Molecular weight of hydroxyethyl starch: is there an effect on blood coagulation and pharmacokinetics?
BJA Advance Access published on February 25, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 569-576; doi:10.1093/bja/aei108 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

M. Sato, M. Tanaka, S. Umehara, and T. Nishikawa

Baroreflex control of heart rate during and after propofol infusion in humans
BJA Advance Access published on February 18, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 577-581; doi:10.1093/bja/aei092 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

M. D. Stoneham and T. Martin

Increased oxygen administration during awake carotid surgery can reverse neurological deficit following carotid cross-clamping
BJA Advance Access published on February 11, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 582-585; doi:10.1093/bja/aei089 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Clinical Practice:

R. Raobaikady, J. Redman, J. A. S. Ball, G. Maloney, and R. M. Grounds

Use of activated recombinant coagulation factor VII in patients undergoing reconstruction surgery for traumatic fracture of pelvis or pelvis and acetabulum: a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial
BJA Advance Access published on February 25, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 586-591; doi:10.1093/bja/aei102 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

J. Ahonen and R. Jokela

Recombinant factor VIIa for life-threatening post-partum haemorrhage
BJA Advance Access published on February 11, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 592-595; doi:10.1093/bja/aei094 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

F. Marusch, J. Hussock, G. Haring, T. Hachenberg, and I. Gastinger

Influence of muscle relaxation on neuromonitoring of the recurrent laryngeal nerve during thyroid surgery
BJA Advance Access published on February 25, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 596-600; doi:10.1093/bja/aei110 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

S. Alpiger, H. S. Helbo-Hansen, W. Vach, and H. Ording

Efficacy of A-line^TM AEP Monitor as a tool for predicting acceptable tracheal intubation conditions during sevoflurane anaesthesia
BJA Advance Access published on March 4, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 601-606; doi:10.1093/bja/aei111 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

M. Moriyama, S. Watanabe, T. Hiraki, T. Kano, T. Okawa, and M. Ishibashi

Relationship between intraoperative transoesophageal echocardiography findings and perfusion lung scintigraphy results on first postoperative day
BJA Advance Access published on March 4, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 607-612; doi:10.1093/bja/aei112 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Neurosciences And Neuroanaesthesia:

M. Iannuzzi, E. Iannuzzi, F. Rossi, L. Berrino, and M. Chiefari

Relationship between bispectral index, electroencephalographic state entropy and effect-site EC₅₀ for propofol at different clinical endpoints
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 613-616; doi:10.1093/bja/aei097 [Abstract] [Request Permissions]  

J. M. Cuellar, R. C. Dutton, J. F. Antognini, and E. Carstens

Differential effects of halothane and isoflurane on lumbar dorsal horn neuronal windup and excitability
BJA Advance Access published on February 25, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 617-625; doi:10.1093/bja/aei107 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

S. M. Westerén-Punnonen, H. Yppärilä, T. Musialowicz, I. Korhonen, M. Hynynen, and J. Partanen

Recovery of N100 component of auditory event-related potentials and EEG after cardiac arrest during propofol sedation
BJA Advance Access published on February 18, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 626-629; doi:10.1093/bja/aei096 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Paediatric Anaesthesia:

S. A. Prins, M. Y. M. Peeters, R. J. Houmes, M. van Dijk, C. A. J. Knibbe, M. Danhof, and D. Tibboel

Propofol 6% as sedative in children under 2 years of age following major craniofacial surgery
BJA Advance Access published on March 11, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 630-635; doi:10.1093/bja/aei104 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

T. Geeraerts, J.-M. Devys, O. Berges, P. Dureau, and B. Plaud

Sevoflurane effects on retrobulbar arteries blood flow in children
BJA Advance Access published on February 11, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 636-641; doi:10.1093/bja/aei087 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Pain:

P. L. Moller, S. Sindet-Pedersen, C. T. Petersen, G. I. Juhl, A. Dillenschneider, and L. A. Skoglund

Onset of acetaminophen analgesia: comparison of oral and intravenous routes after third molar surgery
BJA Advance Access published on March 24, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 642-648; doi:10.1093/bja/aei109 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

P. M. W. Lam, J. McDonald, and D. G. Lambert

Characterization and comparison of recombinant human and rat TRPV1 receptors: effects of exo- and endocannabinoids
BJA Advance Access published on February 18, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 649-656; doi:10.1093/bja/aei098 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Regional Anaesthesia:

U. W. Gosch, M. Hueppe, M. Hallschmid, J. Born, P. Schmucker, and T. Meier

Post-dural puncture headache in young adults: comparison of two small-gauge spinal catheters with different needle design
BJA Advance Access published on February 18, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 657-661; doi:10.1093/bja/aei100 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

D. J. Newton, G. A. McLeod, F. Khan, and J. J. F. Belch

Vasoactive characteristics of bupivacaine and levobupivacaine with and without adjuvant epinephrine in peripheral human skin
BJA Advance Access published on February 18, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 662-667; doi:10.1093/bja/aei095 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

K. Subramani and A. Paul

Laryngospasm during subarachnoid block
BJA Advance Access published on February 25, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 668-670; doi:10.1093/bja/aei099 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Respiration And The Airway:

K. P. Kelly, B. J. Stenson, and G. B. Drummond

Effect of partial liquid ventilation and nebulized perfluorocarbon on CT lung density distribution: randomized controlled study of experimental lung injury
BJA Advance Access published on February 18, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 671-674; doi:10.1093/bja/aei090 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

D. Turnbull, P. C. Fisher, G. H. Mills, and N. J. Morgan-Hughes

Performance of breathing filters under wet conditions: a laboratory evaluation
BJA Advance Access published on February 25, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 675-682; doi:10.1093/bja/aei091 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

K. Chandradeva, C. Palin, S. M. Ghosh, and S. C. Pinches

Percutaneous transtracheal jet ventilation as a guide to tracheal intubation in severe upper airway obstruction from supraglottic oedema
BJA Advance Access published on February 11, 2005
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 683-686; doi:10.1093/bja/aei088 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Correspondence:

P. Peyton, R. M. Carette, J. F. A. Hendrickx, A. M. De Wolf, W. Hess, J. Kannmacher, and J. Kruse

Contamination of anaesthetic gases with nitric oxide and its influence on oxygenation
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 687-688; doi:10.1093/bja/aei543 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

C. L. Chiu, M. Mansor, A. Majid, C. Marcucci, P. G. Chassot, and D. R. Spahn

Anaesthetic management of high-risk cardiac patients undergoing thoracic surgery with the support of intra-aortic balloon pump
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 688-689; doi:10.1093/bja/aei544 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

K. Saravanakumar and G. M. Cooper

Failed intubation in obstetrics: has the incidence changed recently?
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 690; doi:10.1093/bja/aei545 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

T Cook and T. Asai

Who is at increased risk of pulmonary aspiration?
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 690-691; doi:10.1093/bja/aei546 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

M. Celinski

Explosions in anaesthesia
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 691-692; doi:10.1093/bja/aei547 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

K. J. Chin and K. Singh

The superficial ulnar artery—a potential hazard in patients with difficult venous access
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 692-693; doi:10.1093/bja/aei548 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Book Reviews:

V. Velayutham and M. O. Columb

Oh's Intensive Care Manual, 5th Edn. A. D. Bersten, N. Soni and T. E. Oh (editors). Published by Butterworth-Heinemann, Philadelphia. Pp. 1175; indexed; illustrated. Price £51.99. ISBN 0-7506-5184-9
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 694; doi:10.1093/bja/aei536 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

T. Asai

Laryngeal Mask Anesthesia: Principles and Practice, 2nd Edn. J. R. Brimacombe. Published by Saunders, Philadelphia. Pp. 699; indexed; illustrated. Price £79.99, $119.95. ISBN 0-7020-2700-6
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 694-695; doi:10.1093/bja/aei537 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

A. M. Moller

Evidence-based Resource in Anaesthesia and Analgesia, 2nd Edn. M. R. Tramer (editor). Published by BMJ books, London. Pp. 194; indexed; illustrated. Price £30.00. ISBN 0-7279-1786-2
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 695; doi:10.1093/bja/aei538 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

G. B. Drummond

Capnography: Clinical Aspects, Carbon Dioxide Over Time and Volume. J. S. Gravenstein, M. B. Jaffe and D. A. Paulus (editors). Published by Cambridge University Press, Cambridge. Pp. 460; indexed; illustrated. Price £65.00. ISBN 0-521-54034-8
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 695-696; doi:10.1093/bja/aei539 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

G. H. Mills

Tracheostomy: a Multiprofessional Handbook. C. Russell and B. Matta (editors). Published by Cambridge University Press, Cambridge. Pp. 391; indexed; illustrated. Price £19.50. ISBN 1-841-10152-4
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 696; doi:10.1093/bja/aei540 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

L. Colvin

Peripheral Nerve Blocks and Peri-operative Pain Relief. J. Barrett, D. Harmon, F. Loughnane, B. Finucane and G. Shorten. Published by Elsevier, London. Pp. 160; indexed; illustrated. Price £73.00. ISBN 0-7020-2717-0
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 696-697; doi:10.1093/bja/aei541 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

D. F. Doyle

Anaesthetic Aide Memoire, 2nd Edn. J. Urquhart and J. Hall. Published by Cambridge University Press, Cambridge. Pp. 180; indexed; illustrated. Price £17.50. ISBN 1-841-10192-3
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 697; doi:10.1093/bja/aei542 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Errata:

Erratum
Br. J. Anaesth. 2005 94: 698; doi:10.1093/bja/aei136 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

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