10.1055/b-0038-162743 2.4 Common Postoperative Problems A deviation from expected recovery requires prompt and appropriate evaluation. Such deviations may present with a change in exam findings, a subjective complaint from the…
10.1055/b-0038-162742 2.3 Fluids and Electrolytes Key Features Appropriate fluid balance perioperatively can be estimated from established formulas. Attention to fluids and electrolytes is especially important in the patient who is…
10.1055/b-0038-162740 2.1 Airway Assessment and Management All forms of surgery in the head and neck region require consideration of airway management, maintenance of ventilation with an adequate form of anesthesia,…
10.1055/b-0038-162741 2.2 Anesthesia 2.2.1 Principles of Anesthesia Modes of Anesthesia General anesthesia: This mode is characterized by total loss of consciousness with blunted (or absent) protective upper airway reflexes and…
10.1055/b-0038-162739 2.0 Preoperative Assessment The aims of the Preoperative Assessment are risk stratification and identification of medical conditions and their severity ( Table 2.1 ). An additional goal is to…
