Semi-sitting Position Research Articles

Alternative Birthing Positions Compared to the Conventional Position in the Second Stage of Labor: A Review.

The position in which the woman delivers has a lot of impact on the ease of delivery.Women's satisfaction with their birthing experience and the care they receive is significantly impacted by the fact that giving birth is frequently a challenging experience. Birthing positions refer to various postures which can be assumed at the time of delivery by a pregnant woman.Currently, the majority of women give birth either while lying flat on their backs or in a semi-sitting position.Upright positions, which include standing, sitting, or squatting along with side-lying and hands-and-knees, are less common birth positions. Doctors, nurses, and midwives are among the most important healthcare professionals, having a significant influence in deciding which position the woman will give birth in and on the physiological and psychological effects of the experience of a woman in labor. There isn't much research to back up the best position for mothers during the second stage of labor. This review article aims to review and compare the advantages and risks of common birthing positions and know about the knowledge of alternative birthing positions among pregnant women.

Before the Knife: A Detailed Step-by-Step Description of an Optimized Semi-Sitting Position in Posterior Fossa Surgery.

In an ample armamentarium in neurosurgery, the semi-sitting position has produced debate regarding its benefits and risks. Although the position is apparently intuitive, many have abandoned its use since its initial inception, because of reported complexity and potential complications, leading to impracticality. However, through standardization, it has been shown not only to be safe but to carry with it many advantages, including less risk of secondary neurovascular injuries and better visualization of the surgical field. As with any surgical technical nuance, the semi-sitting position has advantages and disadvantages that must be weighed before the decision is made to adopt it or not, not only in a case-by-case scenario but also from a departmental standpoint. As we attempt to show, the advantages from a standardized approach for the semi-sitting position in experienced institutions may be more than sufficient to significantly outweigh the disadvantages, making it the preferable option for most, although not all, posterior fossa surgical interventions. In the present study, we aim to elaborate a straightforward narrative of the steps before incision, in an attempt to simplify the complexity of the position, alleviating its disadvantages and exponentially concentrating on its benefits. In nearly 100 steps, we carefully describe the points that culminate with the skin incision, initiating the intraoperative part of the procedure. Each step, therefore, is detailed in full, not in an effort to create a strict manual of the semi-sitting position but rather to facilitate understanding and put the technique into effect in a real-life scenario, thus simplifying what some depict as complex and time consuming. Although several of the steps described are also relevant and integral parts of other surgical positioning, we intend to create a protocol, in a stepwise fashion, to allow facilitated following, to be easily implemented in departments with different levels of experience. The steps comprise nursing care through to electrophysiologic and anesthesiologic approaches, along with neurosurgical cooperation, making it a team approach, not only to avoid position-related complications but also to optimize preoperative standardization, constructing a safe, efficient, and patient-centered scenario, to set the best possible stage for the next step: the intraoperative part of the intervention.

Conservative Management of Left Ventricular Thrombus Patient with Decreased Systolic Function: A Case Report

Highlights: It provides insight into the management of LVT. Abstract: Case Summary. A 35-year-old male complained shortness of breath for 1 month, had worsened in the last 3 days. When walking 3-5 steps, the patient already felt dyspneu. When sleeping, the patient must be in a semi-sitting position, and sometimes still feels tight. The patient also complained of occasional chest pain. The patient is known to have a history of heart disease, and a history of taking drugs such as candesartan, ISDN and bisoprolol. Discussion. Left ventricular thrombus (LVT) is a frequent and potentially dangerous complication of acute myocardial infarction and is associated with increased risk of systemic embolization. Incidence of LVT following acute MI has decreased, probably due to improvement in patient care as a result of better and earlier reperfusion techniques. Management of LVT is primarily based on studies before the widespread use of potent pharmacological and interventional therapies such as primary percutaneous coronary intervention, especially in the setting of acute myocardial infarction. Though advances in diagnostic technology have improved detection of LVT, clinicians face several uncertainties in the management of LVT in daily practice.

Intraoperative air embolism diagnosis and treatment using hyperbaric oxygen therapy after craniotomy: illustrative case.

This report describes the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for the acute management of an intraoperative air embolism encountered during a neurosurgical procedure. Furthermore, the authors highlight the concomitant diagnosis of tension pneumocephalus requiring evacuation prior to hyperbaric therapy. A 68-year-old male developed acute ST-segment elevation and hypotension during elective disconnection of a posterior fossa dural arteriovenous fistula. The semi-sitting position had been used to minimize cerebellar retraction, raising the concern for acute air embolism. Intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography was utilized to establish the diagnosis of air embolism. The patient was stabilized on vasopressor therapy, and immediate postoperative computed tomography revealed air bubbles in the left atrium along with tension pneumocephalus. He underwent urgent evacuation for the tension pneumocephalus followed by hyperbaric oxygen therapy to manage the hemodynamically significant air embolism. The patient was eventually extubated and went on to fully recover; a delayed angiogram revealed complete cure of the dural arteriovenous fistula. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy should be considered for an intracardiac air embolism resulting in hemodynamic instability. In the postoperative neurosurgical setting, care should be taken to exclude pneumocephalus requiring operative intervention prior to hyperbaric therapy. A multidisciplinary management approach facilitated expeditious diagnosis and management for the patient.

Microsurgery for vestibular schwannoma: analysis of short-term clinical outcome

BackgroundTotal removal of the vestibular schwannoma when preserving the function of the facial nerve is difficult. The objective of the current study was to investigate the short-term clinical outcome of vestibular schwannoma removal via retro-sigmoid approach.MethodsOne-hundred consecutive patients diagnosed with vestibular schwannoma were surgically treated between December 2018 and August 2019 in Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University. The clinical classification, surgical position, gross total removal rate, the anatomical and functional preservation rates of facial nerve, and the postoperative complications were retrospectively analyzed.ResultsAll 100 patients including 34 males and 66 females were operated on via retro-sigmoid approach. According to Koos vestibular schwannoma grading system, 18 cases were grade 2, 34 cases were grade 3, and 48 cases were grade 4. According to Hannover vestibular schwannoma grading system, 5 cases were T2, 6 cases were T3a, 8 cases were T3b, 30 cases were T4a, and 51 cases were T4b. Seventy-three surgeries were performed under lateral position, and 27 cases were operated under semi-sitting position. The gross total removal rate was 90.0%; the anatomic reservation rate of the facial nerve was 96.0%. According to the House-Brackman system, the facial nerve function was grades 1–2 in 78.0% cases, grade 3 in 7.0% cases, and grades 4–5 in 15% cases. For patients with effective hearing before operation, the hearing reservation rate was 19.0%. Two patients (2.0%) developed intracranial hematoma after operation.ConclusionMost vestibular schwannoma could be completely removed with good postoperative facial nerve function. If total removal of tumor is difficult, we should give priority to the functional preservation of the nerve function.

The semi-sitting position in patients with indwelling CSF shunts: perioperative management and avoidance of complications

ObjectivePosterior fossa or midline tumors are often associated with hydrocephalus and primary tumor removal with or without perioperative placement of an external ventricular drain (EVD) is commonly accepted as first-line treatment. Shunting prior to posterior fossa surgery (PFS) is mostly reserved for symptomatic cases or special circumstances. There are limited data regarding the anticipated risk for symptomatic pneumocephalus and the perioperative management using the semi-sitting position (SSP) in such a scenario. Here, we therefore assessed the safety of performing PFS in a consecutive series of patients over a period of 15 years to allow the elaboration of recommendations for perioperative management.MethodsAccording to specific inclusion and exclusion criteria a total of 13 patients who underwent 17 operations was identified. Supratentorial pneumocephalus was evaluated with semiautomatic-volumetric segmentation. The volume of pneumocephalus was evaluated according to age and ventricular size.ResultsTen of the 13 patients had a programmable valve (preoperative valve setting range 6–14 cmH20; mean 7.5 cmH20) while 3 patients had non programmable valves. A variable amount of supratentorial air collection was evident in all patients postoperatively (range 3.2–331 ml; mean 122.32 ml). Positive predictors for the volume of postoperative pneumocephalus were higher age and a preoperative Evans ratio > 0.3. In our series, we encountered no cases of tension pneumocephalus necessitating an air replacement procedure as well as no obstruction, disconnection, infection or hardware malfunction of the shunt system.ConclusionsOur findings indicate that a CSF shunt in situ is not a contraindication for performing PFS in the semi-sitting position and it does not increase the pre-existing risk for postoperative tension pneumocephalus. In cases of primary shunting for hydrocephalus associated with posterior fossa tumors a programmable valve set at a medium opening pressure with a gravitational device is a valid option when PFS in the semi-sitting position is opted. In patients with an indwelling shunt diversion system special caution is indicated in order to prevent and detect overdrainage especially in not adjustable valves or shunts without antisiphon devices.

Effectiveness of unilateral sequential video-assisted sympathetic chain blockage for primary palmar hyperidrosis in children and adolescents.

Primary palmar hyperhidrosis (PPH) is a severely debilitating condition that can affect patients of any age. Thoracoscopic sympathectomy provides a definitive treatment for PPH. Aim of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of unilateral sequential video-assisted thoracic sympathetic chain clamping (VATSCC) by clips application in pediatric population. The surgical procedure was done in the semi-sitting position, under general anesthesia with orotracheal intubation. Mean operation time was 23 ± 6 min (range 12-45). Two 5 mm ports were inserted at the level of the middle axillary line in the second and fourth intercostal space respectively. The sympathetic chain was identified, and two clips were applied, the first one at the level of the third and the second one, at the level of the fourth rib. No chest tube was used. Resolution of symptoms, complications, recurrence rate, onset and duration of compensatory hyperhidrosis were analyzed. From August 2017 to September 2021, 58 patients (male:female ratio 32:26), mean age 16.5 years (range 14-19), with PPH underwent unilateral sequential VATSCC by clips application, starting on the dominant hand. The contralateral side was operated 2 months after. All patients except one (transient pneumothorax) were discharged on the first post-op day. No immediate or late complications have been recorded. Mean follow-up was 32 months (range 6-41). All patients except one (1,7%), affected by Raynaud's disease, showed a complete resolution of the symptom. Seven patients (12%) developed transient moderate compensative hyperhidrosis (CH) that spontaneously disappeared in the postoperative period. Unilateral sequential thoracoscopic sympathetic chain clamping for PPH in pediatric patients is a safe and very effective procedure with a low complication rate and low incidence of postoperative CH that, in our experience, resolved spontaneously in the postoperative period, after the second surgery leading to an improvement in the quality of life.

Resection of posterior fossa tumors in the semi-sitting position in children younger than 4 years of age

PurposeThe semi-sitting position for resection of posterior fossa tumors is a matter of ongoing debate. Here we report about our experience with this approach in children younger than 4 years of age.MethodsWe retrospectively analyzed data of children younger than 4 years of age operated on in our institution in the semi-sitting position over a 15-year period. Patients were intraoperatively monitored for venous air embolism (VAE) by transthoracic Doppler (TTD) or transesophageal echocardiography (TEE). The severity of VAE was classified according to the Tübingen grading scale. Intraoperative incidents of VAE were recorded and the patients’ course was followed postoperatively with a special focus on possible complications.ResultsTwenty-four children (18 boys, 6 girls) were operated on in the semi-sitting position (26 operations). Mean age was 2.2 years (± 1.0), range between 0.4 and 3.9 years. External ventricular drains were inserted in 18 children with hydrocephalus preoperatively. VAE was detected in 6 instances during surgery (6/26 (23.1%)). In 3 patients with grade 1 VAE, no additional treatment was necessary. In one patient with grade 2 VAE, intracardiac air suction via the central venous catheter was performed, and in two patients with grade 4 VAE, additional cathecholamine-infusion was administered. No major intraoperative complications occurred. Postoperative CT images showed pneumocephalus in all children. In two children, small asymptomatic impression skull fractures at the site of the Mayfield pin occurred. Revision surgery was necessary in one child with a suboccipital CSF fistula.ConclusionThe semi-sitting position for resection of tumors in the posterior fossa in children younger than 4 years of age can be safely performed in experienced centers taking special caution to detect and treat potential complications in an interdisciplinary setting.

Comparison of ultrasound-guided residual gastric volume measurement between diabetic and non-diabetic patients scheduled for elective surgery under general anesthesia.

ABSTRACTBackground and Aims:The presence of gastric content increases the risk of aspiration during general anesthesia. Diabetic patients have delayed gastric emptying; however, despite adequate fasting because of diabetic gastroparesis these patients have a high risk of aspiration. This study aimed to compare ultrasound-guided measurement of residual gastric volume between diabetic and non-diabetic patients scheduled for elective surgery under general anesthesia.Methods:This prospective observational study included 80 patients divided into two groups of 40 diabetic patients with a minimum of 8 years history of diabetes and 40 nondiabetic patients aged >18 years, American Society of Anesthesiologists’ physical status I–II kept with similar fasting intervals. Before induction of general anesthesia, gastric ultrasound was performed using standard gastric scanning protocol to measure craniocaudal (CC) and anteroposterior (AP) diameters followed by calculation of antral cross-sectional area (CSA) and gastric volume in semi-sitting (SS) and right lateral decubitus (RLD) position using curved array probe. The gastric antrum volume (GV) was classified as Grade 0, 1, or 2, and risk stratification for aspiration was done. The nasogastric tube was inserted after induction of anesthesia to aspirate and compare the gastric content.Results:In the semi-sitting position, the mean CC and AP diameters were 16.38 ± 3.31 mm and 10.1 ± 2.53 mm in the non-diabetic group and 25.19 ± 4.08 mm and 15.8 ± 3.51 mm in the diabetic group, respectively. In RLD, CC was 1.91 ± 0.38 cm and AP was 1.19 ± 0.34 cm in the non-diabetic group as compared to the CC of 2.78 ± 0.4 cm and AP of 1.81 ± 0.39 cm in the diabetic group. The calculated CSA of 318.23 ± 97.14 mm2 and 4 ± 1.1 cm2 in diabetic were significantly higher than 133.12 ± 58.56 mm2 and 1.83 ± 0.83 cm2 of non-diabetic, in SS (p < 0.0001) and RLD (p < 0.0001) positions, respectively. The GV of 15.48 ± 11.18 ml in the diabetic group was significantly higher than (-) 9.77 ± 18.56 ml in the non-diabetic group (p < 0.0001). Despite the differences in CSA and GV between diabetic and non-diabetic groups, both groups showed a low gastric residual volume (<1.5 ml/kg). The gastric tube aspirate in the non-diabetic and diabetic groups was 0.3 ± 0.78 ml and 1.24 ± 1.46 ml, respectively, and was statistically significant (p = 0.0006).Conclusion:Patients with long-standing diabetes showed higher gastric residual and antral CSA when compared with non-diabetic patients. The clinical significance of these findings needs further evidence for the formulation of specific guidelines for diabetic patients.

The effects of different surgical positions (semi-sitting and lateral position) on the surgical outcomes of large vestibular schwannoma: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

BackgroundThere is an ongoing discussion about the advantages and disadvantages of different surgical positions (semi-sitting and lateral position) for vestibular schwannoma surgery. Each position has its advantages, disadvantages, challenges, and risk profiles. The objectives of this study are to compare the effects of different surgical positions (semi-sitting and lateral position) on the outcomes of large vestibular schwannoma, primarily including effectiveness and safety.MethodsIn this single-centre, open, randomized controlled trial, we will recruit a total of 116 participants according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria who will be randomized to an experimental group or control group. Patients will undergo operations in semi-sitting and lateral positions. The primary endpoint will be the percentage of gross total resection. The secondary endpoints will include the facial nerve function, hearing preservation, surgical position placement time, time of operation (skin-to-skin surgical time), hospital stay, total hospitalization fee, and complications. The follow-up period will be at least 12 months, during which time patients will be evaluated both clinically and radiologically.DiscussionThis issue is still debated after 30 years since the first large comparative study was published in 1989, so the study will be useful. Therefore, more high-quality studies are required to compare clinical outcomes, complications, and other factors associated with these two positions.Trial registrationChinese Clinical Trial Registry ChiCTR1900027550. Registered on 17 November 2019

Changes in Cerebral Oximetry in Patients Undergoing Shoulder Replacement Surgery

Abstract Degenerative joint diseases affect the elderly population, and advanced orthopaedic surgery offers novel solutions. The semi-sitting position is used during shoulder replacement surgery. There have been reports of transient and permanent neurological damage following surgery. We aimed to determine cerebral desaturation events (CDEs) during shoulder replacement surgery under general anaesthesia. This prospective, observational study was conducted at the Hospital of Traumatology and Orthopaedics. A cohort of 24 patients received combined plexus brachialis block and endotracheal anaesthesia. Their cerebral regional oxygen saturation index (rSO2) and mean arterial blood pressure (MAP) were recorded and compared in predefined intervals: before induction, post-induction, after getting in a sitting position, after cementing, and after extubation. Hypotension was defined as the occurrence of any of the following: either a &gt; 30% decline in MAP from the baseline or a MAP &lt; 65 mmHg. CDEs were defined as a 20% reduction in frontal lobe oxygenation. Calculations were made using SPSS software (Version 14.0.2, SPSS Inc.). There was a significant correlation between MAP and rSO2 after positioning, between MAP after intubation and rSO2., and between MAP before intubation and rSO2 at the end of surgery. One in three patients who experienced hypotension also experienced a CDE. rSO2 fluctuations correlated with MAP.

Abstract No.: ABS1363: A comparative evaluation of gastric residual volume using ultrasound in fasting diabetic and non-diabetic adults undergoing elective surgery under general anaesthesia.

Background & Aims:Diabetic patients despite standard preoperative fasting may be at an increased risk of aspiration due to gastroparesis. This study aimed to evaluate the gastric residual volume using ultrasound in fasting diabetic and non-diabetic adults undergoing elective surgery under general anaesthesia.Methods:This study was conducted in 30 non-diabetic and 30 diabetics, aged 40 to 80 years, of either gender, BMI <35kg/m2, belonging to American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status I-III. Pregnant patients, those with history of upper gastrointestinal morbidity or upper abdominal surgery and patients with liver and kidney disease were excluded. Preoperatively, using gastric sonography, antrum was assessed in semi-setting and right lateral decubitus positions. The type of gastric contents (empty, fluid, solid) was noted, and gastric residual volume (GRV) was estimated by measuring antral cross-sectional area (CSA) and using mathematical models. After induction of anaesthesia, orogastric tube was inserted and gastric contents aspirated.Results:Diabetic patients had significantly higher mean antral CSA and calculated mean GRV in both right lateral and semi-sitting position (p <0.0001). Gastric antrum appeared empty in significantly greater number of non-diabetic patients as compared to diabetic patients in both right lateral (p <0.0001) and semi-sitting positions (p =0.0002). A higher mean volume of gastric aspirate was also found in the diabetics as compared to the non-diabetics (p <0.0001).Conclusion:The current fasting guidelines for elective surgery are not conclusive in patients with long-standing diabetes. Hence, we recommend the use of point-of-care ultrasound as an effective screening tool to assess the aspiration risk and to tailor anaesthetic management.Demographic characteristicsGroup ND (n=30)Group D (n=30) P Age (years) Mean±SD55.63±5.5557.83±3.840.079* Median (25th-75th percentile)55 (52-58)57 (55.25-60) Range47-7550-69Gender Female13 (43.33%)10 (33.33%)0.426§ Male17 (56.67%)20 (66.67%)ASA grade 130 (100%)0 (0%)<.0001‡ 20 (0%)30 (100%)

Evaluation of the ideal length of the Seldinger needle for internal jugular vein catheter placement

Placement of central venous catheters (CVC) into the internal jugular vein represents a routine clinical intervention. The periprocedural complication rate ranges from 5 to 20% and can be reduced by ultrasound guidance, training of residents and other measures. We aimed to proof that the average Seldinger needle is too long, increasing the risk of periprocedural injury, best epitomized in the stellate ganglion injury/irritation. The first part of the study was an online market analysis to investigate the standard needle length currently offered as part of the CVC placement sets. The second part of the study involved 35 hospitalized patients (14 female; median age 74.5 years). In those the distance between the skin and the internal jugular vein as well as the diameter of the internal jugular vein was measured by ultrasound in both, supine position as well as 45° semi-sitting position. In the third part of the study 80 body donors (45 female; median age 83.0 years) preserved by the ethanol/formaldehyde method were studied. In those the distance and angle between the typical landmark for insertion of the Seldinger needle for internal jugular vein catheter placement to the stellate ganglion was measured. The median [interquartile range] Seldinger needle length was 7 [4.0–10.0] cm. In the examined patients the maximum distance between the skin and the internal jugular vein was 1.87 cm. The minimum distance was 0.46 cm and the median distance averaging supine and 45° position was 1.14 [0.94–1.31] cm. Regarding the body donors the median distance from the insertion point of the internal jugular vein to the stellate ganglion was longer in men 5.5 [4.95–6.35] cm than in women 5.2 [4.7–5.9] (p = 0.031 unpaired t-test). With 7 cm average length the Seldinger needle currently sold as part of CVC sets is long enough to physically reach the stellate ganglion, not to mention more proximal structures. A shorter needle length would be sufficient to reach the internal jugular vein even in obese patients and with a small insertion angle while minimizing the possibility to cause severe injury as structures like the pleura and the stellate ganglion could not be reached by shorter needles.

A CASE STUDY OF A 54-YEAR-OLD MAN WITH NYHA CLASS III, STAGE 2 HYPERTENSION, AND TYPE II DIABETES MELLITUS

Background: Heart failure is when the heart cannot pump enough blood to fulfill the body's needs. This disease is dangerous and can lead to death. The most common risk factors are hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and metabolic syndrome.Case Presentation: A 54-year-old man complained of shortness of breath for the last one month, which worsened during light activities and decreased when he was in a semi-sitting position. The patient had a history of hypertension and type-II diabetes mellitus for the last five years. On physical examination, the patient's blood pressure was 140/100 mmHg, respiratory rate was 25 bpm. There were paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea, orthopnea, rales on both basal lung fields, dyspnea on exertion, ankle edema, a pansystolic murmur heard in the apex, ascites and ankle edema. Blood laboratory examination showed HbA1c 6%, chest X-ray and ECG showed cardiomegaly.Conclusion: The patient was diagnosed with NYHA Class III Heart Failure with stage 2 hypertension and type-2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with fluids, diuretics, ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, low salt diet, restriction of fluid intake, and oral antidiabetics.

Late venous air embolism following insertion of Mayfield head pins.

Dear Editor, Venous air embolism (VAE) is not an uncommon event during neurosurgical procedures. It is an iatrogenic complication that occurs when air from the atmosphere enters into the systemic circulation specifically when the surgical site is above the level of heart producing a sub-atmospheric pressure in the open veins. A 27-year-old male diagnosed as a case of fronto-temporo-parietal meningioma was posted for craniotomy and excision under general anesthesia. His Glasgow Coma Scale [GCS] was 15, and no neurological deficit was present. All laboratory investigations were within normal limits. His magnetic resonance imaging was suggestive of large well-defined lesion in left Sylvian fissure, extending into left basal cistern with mass effect. Following anesthesia induction, a Mayfield pin was used to stabilize the head of the patient in a supine position. The pin was removed and reinserted by the surgeon to improve the surgical access. Half an hour later, the surgeon repositioned the patient with head end elevated by 30 degree. We observe a sudden fall in end-tidal carbon dioxide concentration [EtCO2] from 30 to 19 mmHg with a drop of oxygen saturation from 100% to 95%. Rest of the vital parameters including heart rate and blood pressure demonstrated no change from baseline. We started the management with administration of 100% oxygen and intravenous fluids. We could aspirate 4–5 ml of air through the central venous line catheter [Arrow triple lumen central venous catheter, 7 French sizes, and 16-centimeter length]. We confirmed the central venous line position with electrocardiogram as a guide. The superior vena cava – right atrium junction positioning of the central venous line was confirmed with a tall P wave, which was equal to R wave height. The time frame between the event and air aspiration was one and half minutes. Within 1–2 min of air aspiration, oxygen saturation returned back to normal and EtCO2 rose up to 25 mmHg from 19 mmHg. No further episodes of VAE occurred during surgery. Mayfield head pin is commonly used in neurosurgical patients to keep the head stable during surgery. The literature is scarce in case reports showing an association of VAE and Mayfield head pins in adult patients.[12] Ture H et al. observed that the rate and severity of VAE were significantly lower in patients with 30-degree head elevation than in patients with 45-degree head elevation undergoing craniotomy in semi-sitting position.[3] This was a case of late VAE during repositioning of patient possibly following air entrainment through diploic veins injured at first attempt of pin insertion. In our case, we could not find any other possible explanation for this sudden decrease in EtCO2 except for the traumatized initial skull pin site being culprit for air entrainment after a change in position. At this time point, the surgery was not started and anesthetic depth was well maintained. The proper scanning of the surgical site by a surgeon before pin insertion, avoidance of sudden change in patient positioning, and proper suturing of the initial traumatized pin insertion site could avert this iatrogenic complication. Declaration of patient consent The authors certify that they have obtained all appropriate patient consent forms. In the form the patient(s) has/have given his/her/their consent for his/her/their images and other clinical information to be reported in the journal. The patients understand that their names and initials will not be published and due efforts will be made to conceal their identity, but anonymity cannot be guaranteed. Financial support and sponsorship Nil. Conflicts of interest There are no conflicts of interest.

Effect of knee-chest, semi-sitting, and right lateral position on preterm neonates with respiratory distress syndrome

Effect of knee-chest, semi-sitting, and right lateral position on preterm neonates with respiratory distress syndrome

The semisitting position in pediatric neurosurgery: pearls and pitfalls of a 10-year experience.

The authors sought to investigate the pearls and pitfalls of using the semisitting position in pediatric neurosurgery, with special focus on related morbidity and surgical practicability. All pediatric cases at a single institution were evaluated retrospectively. Those patients who underwent procedures in the semisitting position between December 2010 and December 2020 were included in the final analysis. Results were compared with all children who underwent surgery in the prone position for posterior fossa lesions within the same time frame. A total of 42 posterior fossa surgeries were performed in 38 children in the semisitting position between December 2010 and December 2020. The mean patient age at the time of surgery was 8.9 years (range 13 months-18 years). The data of 24 surgeries performed in the prone position in 22 children during the same time frame were analyzed in comparison. Three children (7.9%) were diagnosed with a persistent foramen ovale preoperatively. The surgery was completed in all cases. The incidence of venous air embolism (VAE) was 11.9%. There was no VAE-related hemodynamic instability, infarction, or death. Endoscopic techniques were applied safely in 14 cases (33.3%). Postoperative pneumocephalus occurred significantly more frequently in patients who had undergone procedures in the semisitting position (p < 0.05), but without the need for intervention. During 1 surgery (2.4%), the patient experienced a postoperative skull fracture and epidural bleeding due to the skull clamp application. Clinical status of the patients immediately after surgery was improved or stable in 33 of the 42 surgeries (78.6%) performed in the semisitting position. With attentive performance and an experienced surgical team, the semisitting position is a safe option for posterior fossa surgery in the pediatric population. With a comparable complication profile, the semisitting position offers excellent anatomical exposure, which is ideal for the application of endoscopic visualization. Careful skull clamp application and appropriate monitoring are highly recommended.

Combined Presigmoid-Subtemporal Approach in a Semi-Sitting Position for Petroclival Meningiomas: A Technical Report&#x0D;

The removal of petroclival meningiomas (PMs) is considered a neurosurgical challenge due to the critical mobilization of key neurovascular structures. Limited knowledge about the benefits of operating on patients with PMs using the combined presigmoid-subtemporal approach (CPSA) in a semi-sitting position has precluded its generalizability. We report on ten patients with PMs operated in a semi-sitting position using CPSA. We remark that before the surgical approach was accomplished in our group of patients, the CPSA via semi-sitting position was conducted and standardized in six adult cadaveric heads. The neuroanatomic dissections made in cadavers allowed us to confidently use CPSA in our set of patients. There were no comorbidities, perioperative complications, or deaths associated with the surgical procedure. CPSA via a semi-sitting position can be considered a safe approach to remove PMs.

Endoscopic-assisted microsurgical resection of giant vestibular schwannoma in semi-sitting position.

The main objectives of microsurgery for vestibular schwannoma are total tumor removal and preservation of facial and cochlear nerve function. For giant tumors, total tumor removal and facial nerve function preservation are challenging. The semisitting position has some advantages. In this video the authors show the removal of a giant vestibular schwannoma with the patient in a semisitting position. They demonstrate the advantages of the semisitting technique, such as the two-handed microsurgical dissection technique and a clear operative field. Finally, a small residual tumor in the internal auditory canal was removed by endoscopy. The patient’s facial function was House-Brackmann grade I at discharge.The video can be found here: https://stream.cadmore.media/r10.3171/2021.7.FOCVID2176

Javanese Culture in Maternal Postpartum Care at Hargomulyo Village, Kedewan District, Bojonegoro Regency

Maternal and child health problems are inseparable from socio-cultural andenvironmental factors in society. Factors of belief and traditional knowledgepositively or negatively impact Maternal and Child Health (MCH). Culturecould be a predisposing factor for high maternal mortality. This paperdescribes Javanese culture in maternal postpartum care at HargomulyoVillage, Kedewan District, Bojonegoro Regency. This study was descriptiveresearch. It took place at Hargomulyo Village, Kedewan District, BojonegoroRegency, from January to February 2020. The population was mothers whohave experienced postpartum both primipara and multipara. There were 48respondents by total sampling. The instrument used a questionnaire consistingof several questions regarding culture in maternal postpartum care, how tocarry out the culture, and its reasons. Thirty respondents did food taboos(62.5%), six respondents limited their drinking water (12.5%), 40 respondentsdrank herbs (83.3%), 47 respondents wore stagen (97.9%), and fiverespondents used pilis (10.4%). In addition, 48 respondents performedbrokohan and mendem ari ari (100%), 20 respondents were not allowed totake a nap (41.7%), and 18 respondents must be at home for 40 days (37.5%).At the same time, 17 respondents did perineal care after birth with betel leaf(35.4%), 12 respondents walked and sat with feet parallel (25%), and 20respondents did semi-sitting position (41.7%). Postpartum mothers stillpractice many Javanese cultures. This culture has both favorable andunfavorable impacts on health. Furthermore, it is necessary to analyze theinfluence of Javanese culture on the health status of postpartum mothers.