TURP Syndrome
This electrolyte becomes dangerously low in TURP syndrome.
What is SODIUM (hyponatremia) ?
Prolonged time in the lithotomy position (especially with calf-knee stirrups) increases the risk of this serious complication affecting the legs.
What is Compartment Syndrome ?
What type of anesthetic management is less likely to mask signs and symptoms of TURP syndrome or bladder perforation?
What is SPINAL ANESTHESIA (or regional/ epidural) ?
This loop diuretic may be given if the patient has volume overload after TURP.
What is furosemide (or lasix) ?
What sinuses in the prostate are opened during the resection, allowing for the system absorption of the irrigation fluid.
What are Venous Sinuses ?
__________ may occur rapidly with leg lowering.
What is the ideal sensory level for a spinal or epidural block during a TURP procedure?
What is T10 level ?
If sodium drops below 120 mmol/L in TURP syndrome, this type of saline may be required.
What is 3% hypertonic saline ?
The safest way to minimize the risk of TURP syndrome is to limit this aspect of the procedure.
What is resection time or irrigation volume?
Abdominal displacement decreases what volumes.
This is the term for a dangerous spread of spinal anesthesia that can cause breathing problems.
What is a High Spinal ?
Glycine, a commonly used irrigation solution, can cause _________ (hint: eye related)
What is Transient Blindness (or Transient postoperative visual syndrome) ?