Author: Abid Qadri
Thiopentone Sodium
The drug is a yellowish, hygroscopic powder, stabilized with 6% anhydrous sodium carbonate as a
Rocuronium
Rocuronium is a non-depolarizing steroidal muscle relaxant of intermediate duration. However, onset may be rapid or intermediate depending on the injected dose.
Drugs in Anesthetic Use
911 in Anesthesia: Karl Koller’s Discovery of the First Local Anesthetic
In the realm of medical history, certain moments stand out as pivotal turning points that forever alter the course of patient care and medical practice. One such moment is the discovery of local anesthesia, a revolutionary breakthrough that transformed the field of anesthesia and surgery. At the forefront of this…
World Anesthesia Day: Recognizing a Century of Transformative Medical Care
Introduction World Anesthesia Day, observed on October 16th each year, commemorates a revolutionary milestone in the history of medical science – the first successful demonstration of ether anesthesia in surgery. This momentous event, which took place on October 16, 1846, marked the beginning of a new era in medicine, enabling…
A Step-by-Step Guide to Spinal Anesthesia: Procedure and Considerations
Spinal anesthesia, also known as subarachnoid block, is a widely used technique in modern medical practice to provide regional anesthesia and pain relief for various surgical procedures. It involves injecting a local anesthetic into the subarachnoid space of the spinal canal, leading to temporary loss of sensation and motor function…
List of commonly used instruments and equipment in anesthesia
Here is a list of commonly used instruments and equipment in anesthesia: Anesthesia Machine: The primary device used to deliver a precise mixture of gases (oxygen and anesthetic agents) to the patient. Endotracheal Tube: A tube inserted into the patient’s trachea to maintain a patent airway and facilitate mechanical ventilation….
Laryngoscope
A laryngoscope is a medical device used to visualize the vocal cords and the inside of the larynx (voice box) during intubation or other procedures that require access to the airway. It consists of a handle and a blade that holds a light source to illuminate the area being examined….
Horace Wells: Pioneer of Anesthesia
Horace Wells (January 21, 1815 – January 24, 1848) was a pioneering American dentist and physician who played a crucial role in the development and early experimentation of anesthesia. His work laid the foundation for the use of anesthesia in medical procedures, revolutionizing the field of surgery and patient care….
