British Journal of Anaesthesia

Editorials:

J. J. Pandit

Editorial I: The national strategy for academic anaesthesia. A personal view on its implications for our specialty
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 411-414; doi:10.1093/bja/ael031 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

A. R. Bodenham

Editorial II: Ultrasound imaging by anaesthetists: training and accreditation issues
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 414-417; doi:10.1093/bja/ael032 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Review Articles:

R. G. Davies, P. S. Myles, and J. M. Graham

A comparison of the analgesic efficacy and side-effects of paravertebral vs epidural blockade for thoracotomy—a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials
BJA Advance Access published on February 13, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 418-426; doi:10.1093/bja/ael020 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Cardiovascular:

R. Hanss, B. Bein, P. Turowski, E. Cavus, M. Bauer, M. Andretzke, M. Steinfath, J. Scholz, and P. H. Tonner

The influence of xenon on regulation of the autonomic nervous system in patients at high risk of perioperative cardiac complications
BJA Advance Access published on February 24, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 427-436; doi:10.1093/bja/ael028 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

J. Schumacher, M. R. Puchakayala, K. Binkowski, W. Eichler, A. Dendorfer, and K.-F. Klotz

Effects of candesartan and enalaprilat on the organ-specific microvascular permeability during haemorrhagic shock in rats
BJA Advance Access published on February 20, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 437-443; doi:10.1093/bja/ael030 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

B. Steinlechner, M. Dworschak, B. Birkenberg, G. Grubhofer, M. Weigl, A. Schiferer, T. Lang, and A. Rajek

Magnesium moderately decreases remifentanil dosage required for pain management after cardiac surgery
BJA Advance Access published on February 20, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 444-449; doi:10.1093/bja/ael037 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Clinical Practice:

N. B. Foss and H. Kehlet

Short-term mortality in hip fracture patients admitted during weekends and holidays
BJA Advance Access published on January 27, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 450-454; doi:10.1093/bja/ael012 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

I. von Roten, C. Madjdpour, P. Frascarolo, M.-A. Burmeister, A. Fisch, S. Schramm, T. Bombeli, and D. R. Spahn

Molar substitution and C2/C6 ratio of hydroxyethyl starch: influence on blood coagulation
BJA Advance Access published on February 7, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 455-463; doi:10.1093/bja/ael019 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

A. A. J. van Zundert, G. Stultiens, J. J. Jakimowicz, B. E. E. M. van den Borne, W. G. J. M. van der Ham, and J. A. W. Wildsmith

Segmental spinal anaesthesia for cholecystectomy in a patient with severe lung disease
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 464-466; doi:10.1093/bja/ael036 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Neurosciences And Neuroanaesthesia:

M. Engelhardt, W. Folkers, C. Brenke, M. Scholz, A. Harders, H. Fidorra, and K. Schmieder

Neurosurgical operations with the patient in sitting position: analysis of risk factors using transcranial Doppler sonography
BJA Advance Access published on February 7, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 467-472; doi:10.1093/bja/ael015 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

H. D. de Boer, J. van Egmond, F. van de Pol, A. Bom, and L. H. D. J. Booij

Sugammadex, a new reversal agent for neuromuscular block induced by rocuronium in the anaesthetized Rhesus monkey
BJA Advance Access published on February 7, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 473-479; doi:10.1093/bja/ael013 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Paediatric Anaesthesia:

O. Tirel, E. Wodey, R. Harris, J. Y. Bansard, C. Ecoffey, and L. Senhadji

The impact of age on bispectral index values and EEG bispectrum during anaesthesia with desflurane and halothane in children
BJA Advance Access published on February 24, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 480-485; doi:10.1093/bja/ael034 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

M. Weiss, W. Knirsch, O. Kretschmar, A. Dullenkopf, M. Tomaske, C. Balmer, K. Stutz, A. C. Gerber, and F. Berger

Tracheal tube-tip displacement in children during head-neck movement—a radiological assessment
BJA Advance Access published on February 7, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 486-491; doi:10.1093/bja/ael014 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Pain:

M. Roussier, P. Mahul, J. Pascal, D. Baylot, J. M. Prades, C. Auboyer, and S. Molliex

Patient-controlled cervical epidural fentanyl compared with patient-controlled i.v. fentanyl for pain after pharyngolaryngeal surgery
BJA Advance Access published on February 13, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 492-496; doi:10.1093/bja/ael025 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

A. Eroglu

A comparison of patient-controlled subacromial and i.v. analgesia after open acromioplasty surgery
BJA Advance Access published on February 7, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 497-501; doi:10.1093/bja/ael018 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Regional Anaesthesia:

P. Bigeleisen and M. Wilson

A comparison of two techniques for ultrasound guided infraclavicular block
BJA Advance Access published on February 24, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 502-507; doi:10.1093/bja/ael024 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Y. Demiraran, I. Yucel, and B. Erdogmus

Subcutaneous effusion resulting from an epidural catheter fragment
BJA Advance Access published on February 13, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 508-509; doi:10.1093/bja/ael027 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Respiration And The Airway:

A. Wu and G. B. Drummond

Respiratory muscle activity and respiratory obstruction after abdominal surgery
BJA Advance Access published on February 20, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 510-515; doi:10.1093/bja/ael035 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

A. Timmermann, S. Russo, and B. M. Graf

Evaluation of the CTrach^TM—an intubating LMA with integrated fibreoptic system
BJA Advance Access published on February 20, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 516-521; doi:10.1093/bja/ael029 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

G. Yu, K. Yang, A. B. Baker, and I. Young

The effect of bi-level positive airway pressure mechanical ventilation on gas exchange during general anaesthesia
BJA Advance Access published on February 24, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 522-532; doi:10.1093/bja/ael033 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

U. Lucangelo, W. A. Zin, V. Antonaglia, S. Gramaticopolo, M. Maffessanti, G. Liguori, M. Cortale, and A. Gullo

High-frequency percussive ventilation during surgical bronchial repair in a patient with one lung
BJA Advance Access published on February 20, 2006
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 533-536; doi:10.1093/bja/ael026 [Abstract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Correspondence:

J. Richardson and S. Cheema

Thoracic paravertebral nerve block
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 537; doi:10.1093/bja/ael038 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

S. M. Crawley

Coexisting harlequin and Horner syndromes after high thoracic paravertebral block
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 537-538; doi:10.1093/bja/ael039 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

D. Hegarty

Chronic postoperative pain and inguinal herniorrhaphy
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 538; doi:10.1093/bja/ael040 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

B. Donnelly and V. Boyd

Use of the bispectral index (BIS) monitor to aid in the diagnosis of pseudoseizures
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 538-539; doi:10.1093/bja/ael041 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

A. Pickard and H. Schou

Unexpected epiglottic oedema and failed intubation following blunt trauma
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 539-540; doi:10.1093/bja/ael042 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

L. Bandara and S. Kannanparambil

ALS training
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 540; doi:10.1093/bja/ael043 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

C. J. L. McCartney and M. Levine

Training intensity and consultant support: the Canadian experience
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 540-541; doi:10.1093/bja/ael044 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Book Reviews:

I. Barker

Emergencies in Anaesthesia. K. Allman, A. McIndoe and I. Wilson (editors). Published by Oxford University Press, Oxford, UK. Pp. 475; indexed; illustrated. Price £19.95. ISBN 0-19-852099-9
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 542; doi:10.1093/bja/ael021 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

G. M. Hall

The American Society of Anesthesiologists: A Century of Challenges and Progress. D. R. Bacon, K. E. McGoldrick and M. J. Lema (editors). Published by Wood Library-Museum of Anesthesiology, Park Ridge, IL, USA. Pp. 226; indexed: illustrated. Price $55.00. ISBN 1-889595-15-2
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 542-543; doi:10.1093/bja/ael022 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

D. M. Coventry

Peripheral Regional Anaesthesia: An Atlas of Anatomy and Techniques. G. Meier and J. Buettner (editors). Published by Thieme Verlag, Stuttgart, Germany. Pp. 251; indexed; illustrated. Price £80.00; 119.95. ISBN 3-13-139791-8
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 543-544; doi:10.1093/bja/ael023 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

Erratum:

Erratum
Br. J. Anaesth. 2006 96: 545; doi:10.1093/bja/ael068 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

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