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06 Mar 2022
S4 Ep. 3: Bad blood, part 1 (ROTEM)
00:13:09
Today, we're talking about ROTEM or rotational thromboelastometry.
We start with a brief explanation of how ROTEM works, the parameters used to assess ROTEM temograms, and the different assays performed during a ROTEM test.
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Resources for today's episode:
Coagulation cascade - a short video to assist in explaining the extrinsic, intrinsic and common pathways: Coagulation cascade animation by Thrombosis Adviser - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cy3a__OOa2M
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06 Mar 2022
S4 Ep. 4: Bad blood, part 2 (ROTEM)
00:19:48
In this episode, we're continuing our discussion about ROTEM or rotational thromboelastometry.
We start by working through the interpretation of ROTEM results for specific clotting abnormalities before going on to talk about more complex coagulopathies seen in trauma patients and in the bleeding obstetric patient. Lastly, we discuss the limitations to ROTEM interpretation.
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03 Apr 2022
S4 Ep. 6: Drop dead legs, part 1 (Lower limb regional anaesthesia)
00:37:48
In today's episode, we interview our guest Dr Michael Kerr to discuss regional anaesthesia for the lower limbs. In this episode, we cover the taxonomy of lower limb blocks, the indications for various types of blocks and discuss in detail the fascia iliaca block.
Thanks for listening, and happy studying!
Resources for this episode include:
Reading list -
Peripheral nerve block anesthesia/analgesia for patients undergoing primary hip and knee arthroplasty: recommendations from the International Consensus on Anesthesia-Related Outcomes after Surgery (ICAROS) group based on a systematic review and meta-analysis of current literature DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/rapm-2021-102750
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03 Apr 2022
S4 Ep. 7: Drop dead legs, part 2 (Lower limb regional anaesthesia)
00:37:49
Continuing on from episode 6, we continue our interview with Dr Michael Kerr to discuss regional anaesthesia for the lower limbs. In this episode, we cover popliteal sciatic blocks and adductor canal blocks in detail, ideas for learning/practising blocks in a resource-constrained environment, and tips for dealing with surgeons when discussing regional anaesthesia for your patients.
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Resources for this episode include:
Reading list -
Peripheral nerve block anesthesia/analgesia for patients undergoing primary hip and knee arthroplasty: recommendations from the International Consensus on Anesthesia-Related Outcomes after Surgery (ICAROS) group based on a systematic review and meta-analysis of current literature DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/rapm-2021-102750
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17 Apr 2022
S4 Ep. 8: And the healing has begun (Dexamethasone and the PADDI trial)
00:13:13
In today's episode, we discuss the recently published PADDI trial (Perioperative Administration of Dexamethasone and Infection), and whether and how it will change our practice.
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01 May 2022
S4 Ep. 9: I've got you under my skin (Allergy testing)
00:25:48
In today's episode, we interview special guest Dr Annabelle Harrocks to chat about all things allergy testing - who, why, when, what and how!
Listen in for a great practical chat which covers everything you didn't know about an important service for patients who have experienced serious allergic reactions under anaesthesia.
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12 Jun 2022
S4 Ep. 12: Unwritten (QEII Anaesthetic Conference live recording)
00:54:24
Today, we join you live from the QEII Anaesthetic Conference, and this episode is a little different. We explore some of the evidence behind those little pearls that we've learned in anaesthesia and that we've shared with you all during previous episodes.
Topics that we discuss include fatigue and how if affects performance, the mandibular protrusion test, and the use of dexmedetomidine in nerve blocks to name just a few.
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15 May 2022
S4 Ep. 10: The show must go on (Perioperative neurocognitive disorders)
00:18:25
Today we discuss perioperative neurocognitive disorders - their definitions, potential pathophysiologies, diagnosis, and possible prevention & treatment strategies.
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29 May 2022
S4 Ep. 11: Why (Oesophageal intubation)
00:28:00
In today's episode, we discuss challenges in the diagnosis and management of oesophageal intubation and anaesthetic crises in general. Recognising an oesophageal intubation may seem simple, but by looking at coroner's cases both here in Australia and in the UK, as well as cases in the NAP4, it can be far more complex.
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20 Nov 2022
S5 Ep. 14: What a wonderful world (Environmentally sustainable anaesthesia)
00:18:37
In today's episode, we discuss some recently published guidelines in the journal Anaesthesia regarding the provision of environmentally sustainable anaesthesia.
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In today's episode, we discuss the latest updates on sepsis, courtesy of the recently released International Guidelines for the Management of Sepsis and Septic Shock 2021. This is a long guideline, but we pick out the most relevant pieces to our practise in anaesthesia.
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13 Jun 2022
BREAK: Season 5 starts July 18 - It's not over
00:01:58
Deep Breaths returns on Monday July 18th with our fortnightly release schedule that we hope you're all still enjoying. We hope you take the time over the June/July holiday break to recharge those batteries so that you're feeling good for the latter half of the year.
Season 5 will see us tackle more new topics that we hope will keep you up to date in your practice, and to help our exam candidates prepare for the ANZCA part 2 anaesthetic exam. We've got some wonderful new guests we're excited to introduce, as well as some voices that you've heard and enjoyed listening to previously.
Until next season, happy studying and thanks for listening.
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10 Jul 2022
Season 5 starts July 18 - Feeling good
00:03:19
Deep Breaths returns next Monday with a fantastic array of topics that we're sure will make exam prep easier, and will keep your practice up to date. We'll also be joined by more wonderful guests this season and we can't wait to share their expertise with you all.
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17 Jul 2022
S5 Ep. 1: Keep bleeding (DOACs)
00:29:46
Today, we discuss a topic recommended to us by Dr David Tragen of the Sunshine Coast University Hospital - the perioperative management of the direct oral anticoagulant medications or DOACs.
We start with some basic revision of the mechanism of action of the DOACs and their indications before diving more closely into the recommendations for stopping and starting these medications around the time of surgery, and the implications for our anaesthetic.
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11 Sep 2022
S5 Ep. 7: Protect ya neck (Neck haematoma after thyroid surgery)
00:24:37
Today, we discuss the joint Difficult Airway Society, British Association of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons, and the British Association of Otorhinolaryngology Guidelines on managing neck haematomas after thyroid surgery.
We start by revising the pathophysiology of post-thyroidectomy airway compromise before launching into a discussion about the 8 recommendations within the guidelines.
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14 Aug 2022
S5 Ep. 4: Shock to the system, part 1 (Cardiac implantable devices)
00:15:22
Today, we tackle the peri-operative management of cardiac implantable devices after the recent publication of the British Heart Rhythm Society's guidelines in the journal, Anaesthesia.
In part 1 of this 2 part series, we start with a discussion about the different types of implantable cardiac devices that may be encountered in our practice. We explain how the NGB code illustrates the way that pacemakers are programmed, as well as what happens to some of these programs when a magnet is applied in the perioperative setting. We then go on to a similar discussion where we explain how the NBD code describes the function and lead placement for implantable cardioverter defibrillators.
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14 Aug 2022
S5 Ep. 5: Shock to the system, part 2 (Cardiac implantable devices)
00:18:33
Today, we tackle the peri-operative management of cardiac implantable devices after the recent publication of the British Heart Rhythm Society's guidelines in the journal, Anaesthesia.
In part 2 of this 2 part series, we discuss the ten guidelines that illustrate how cardiac implantable electronic devices should be managed peri-operatively, followed by considerations that we as - anaesthetists - should have thought through prior to wheeling a patient with a CIED into theatre for induction and surgery.
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31 Jul 2022
S5 Ep. 2: I'm still standing, part 1 (Undesirable exam outcomes)
00:21:21
This week, we have a really open and candid discussion about receiving a poor outcome after the ANZCA part 2 exam with two special guests - Dr Raymond Casey and Dr Aaron MacDonald.
In this the first of this 2-part topic, we start by talking about the work and life circumstances that both Raymond and Aaron found themselves in when preparing to sit their exam for the first time. We also talk to Raymond about everything that happened after the exam.
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31 Jul 2022
S5 Ep. 3: I'm still standing, part 2 (Undesirable exam outcomes)
00:23:57
This week, we continue our discussion about receiving a poor outcome after the ANZCA part 2 exam with two special guests - Dr Raymond Casey and Dr Aaron MacDonald.
In the second instalment of this topic, we talk to Aaron about his journey after sitting his exam for the first time. Both Raymond and Aaron then give some timely advice about how to manage the stress and emotions associated with dealing with adversity, and share some tips that ultimately helped them succeed.
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25 Sep 2022
S5 Ep. 6: How do I breathe, part 1 (Complex airway anaesthesia)
00:22:48
Today is our first of four episodes that will be released over a four-week period where we discuss lots of wonderful and complex airway scenarios with special guest, Dr Nadia Vargas.
Our first case is that of a 44 year old female patient scheduled to have a total thyroidectomy for a multi nodular goitre with moderate retrosternal extension. She has never had a general anaesthetic before and her only other history is that she has a BMI of 40. Regarding airway examination, she is found to have a mallampati score of 3 and a short thyromental distance of 4.5cm.
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25 Sep 2022
S5 Ep. 7: How do I breathe, part 2 (Complex airway anaesthesia)
00:33:31
Today is our second of four episodes that will be released over a four-week period where we discuss lots of wonderful and complex airway scenarios with special guest, Dr Nadia Vargas.
Our second case is that of a 23 year old man that presents for a sub-mandibular abscess on a background history of five days of toothache. His only other medical history is that he has a BMI of 35. On clinical examination the patient is found to have mouth opening to 2cm limited by both pain and also some truisms of the masseter muscles. The remiander of his airway exam is unremarkable with the caveat that intra-oral examination is impossible with his limited mouth opening.
We then follow on with case three - a talk about how to perform a tube change in case two's 23 year old man post sub-mandibular abscess surgery, prior to transfer to ICU for overnight ventilation.
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Resources for today's episode:
Coroner's Court of Western Australia's Record of Investigation into Death - Mr R. J. who passed away on 20 February 2001 from a hypoxic brain injury due to respiratory obstruction following surgery for a dental abscess. Please be reminded that this case is a tragedy and discretion and respect for the parties involved is a must.
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09 Oct 2022
S5 Ep. 8: How do I breathe, part 3 (Complex airway anaesthesia)
00:22:39
Today is our third of a four episode series where we discuss lots of wonderful and complex airway scenarios with special guest, Dr Nadia Vargas.
The first case in today's episode - case 4 - is as follows: you are called to assist a colleague who has had 3 failed attempts at intubating a 64 year old female patient for a laparoscopic hemicolectomy. Bag-mask ventilation was difficult, although not impossible, and now your colleague is able to ventilate via an LMA, iGel #3.
Case 5 consists of the following scenario: you are doing an ENT list and there is a 68 year old male patient booked for a laser excision of a laryngeal papilloma.
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09 Oct 2022
S5 Ep. 9: How do I breathe, part 4 (Complex airway management)
00:26:46
Today is the final episode of our airway series where we discuss lots of wonderful and complex airway scenarios with special guest, Dr Nadia Vargas.
Our first case - case number 6 - is one where you are called to the intensive care unit to the bedside of a 54 year old female patient who had a percutaneous tracheostomy placed earlier that day. She is now hypoxic with oxygen saturation of 82%.
Case number 7 is a 58 year old female patient presenting for a panendoscopy after presenting with a hoarse voice. A suspicious looking nodule was seen during a fiberoptic nasal endoscopy in the Ear, Nose and Throat outpatient clinic.
We finally end our discussion with case number eight. You have anaesthetised a 27 year old male patient for placement of a Halo traction brace for a cervical spine injury. He was initially a Cormack & Lehane grade 3 view on direct laryngoscopy with a POGO of 10% after changing to a C-MAC video laryngoscope and a D-blade, and with excellent positioning. Now you are tasked with extubating this patient.
As a special treat for the ears, you'll hear us all chuckling at points during the interview. At our feet were two very well behaved pups that, on occasion, made us laugh and wagged their tails against the metal legs of the desk.
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23 Oct 2022
S5 Ep. 10: Take my breath away, part 1 (One-lung ventilation)
00:30:25
Today, we discuss several cases addressing one-lung ventilation with special guest, Dr Ivan Rapchuk.
Our first case is as follows: a 68 year old man is scheduled for an open right upper lobectomy on your list tomorrow for a T1N0 non small cell lung carcinoma. He is an active smoker with a 30 pack year history but has cut down his consumption from 20 cigarettes daily to 5. He has moderate emphysema but walks 2km daily on flat ground without issue. Other comorbidities include hypertension and hypercholesterolaemia. He is 1.78m tall and weighs 89kg giving him a BMI of 28.
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23 Oct 2022
S5 Ep. 11: Take my breath away, part 2 (One-lung ventilation)
00:29:52
Today, we discuss several cases addressing one-lung ventilation with special guest, Dr Ivan Rapchuk.
Case number 2 describes a 59 year old woman with non-small cell lung cancer of the left lung who is scheduled for a left pneumonectomy on your list later this afternoon. Her medical history includes hypertension, hyperlipidemia, type 2 diabetes and obesity with a BMI 32, weight of 85kg and a height of 1.63m. She previously smoked 10 cigarettes daily but quit when she was diagnosed with lung cancer, and she denies any prior diagnosis of emphysema.
And our last case - number 3 - is as follows: you’re the cardiothoracic anaesthetist on call and you get phoned by the cardiothoracic surgical registrar. A 22 year old male patient was admitted 24 hours ago with a spontaneous pneumothorax. He had a chest drain inserted when he initially presented but now it’s not working and he is developing worsening shortness of breath. He is thin and has no other medical issues. The surgeons want to do an urgent bullectomy.
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06 Nov 2022
S5 Ep. 12: These arms of mine, part 1 (Upper limb regional anaesthesia)
00:28:03
Today, we have a fantastic and insightful discussion about upper limb regional anaesthesia with special guest, Dr Michael Kerr.
In part 1 of this 2 part series, we focus on the interscalene block.
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06 Nov 2022
S5 Ep. 13: These arms of mine, part 2 (Upper limb regional anaesthesia)
00:43:41
Today, we continue our discussion about upper limb regional anaesthesia with special guest, Dr Michael Kerr.
In part 2 of this series we discuss the supraclavicular and infraclavicular blocks, the axillary block and specific targeted nerve blocks within the forearm. We then go on to discuss the management of a suspected nerve injury.
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21 Nov 2022
BREAK: Season 6 starts February 6 - Don't stop thinking about tomorrow
00:01:58
Deep Breaths returns on Monday February 6th with our fortnightly release schedule that we hope you're all still enjoying. We hope you take the time over the holiday break to rest up and refill your energy stores before 2023 kicks off.
Season 6 will see us tackle more new topics that we hope will keep you up to date in your practice, and to help our exam candidates prepare for the ANZCA part 2 anaesthetic exam. We're excited to introduce some new guest interviewees that are masters in their practice and who are keen to share what they know with us all.
Until next season, happy studying and thanks for listening.
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29 Jan 2023
Season 6 starts February 6th - Baby, one more time
00:03:11
Deep Breaths returns next Monday February 6th with a wonderful selection of topics that we're sure will help with exam prep, and will keep your practice up to date. We'll also be joined by more wonderful guests this season and we can't wait to share their expertise with you all, so be sure to tune in and experience the learning revolution!
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05 Feb 2023
S6 Ep. 1: One in ten, part 1 (Statistics)
00:18:07
Today, we're having our first discussion of our four part series about statistics with Dr Shannon Morrison.
In this episode, we discuss the following topics:
types of data (quantitative vs qualitative)
descriptive statistics (measures of central tendency and measures of variability)
Central Limit Theorem
hypothesis testing
type I and type II error
p-values
parametric and non-parametric tests for data analysis
Resources for today's episode:
Zedstatistics (youtube channel) - short videos explaining various concepts in statistics from an Australian Statistician
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05 Feb 2023
S6 Ep. 2: One in ten, part 2 (Statistics)
00:15:11
Today, we share our second discussion in our four part series about statistics with Dr Shannon Morrison.
In this episode, we discuss the following topics:
sample size, power and hypothesis testing
type I and type II error (further discussion)
levels of evidence and what this means
the different types of clinical trials
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Zedstatistics (youtube channel) - short videos explaining various concepts in statistics from an Australian Statistician
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19 Feb 2023
S6 Ep. 3: One in ten, part 3 (Statistics)
00:17:36
Today, we share our third discussion in our four part series about statistics with Dr Shannon Morrison.
In this episode, we discuss the following topics:
sensitivity and specificity
positive predictive values (PPV) and negative predictive values (NPV)
risk ratios
odds ratios
number needed to treat (NNT) and number needed to harm (NNH)
And here are the calculations for Shannon's working example of sensitivity, specificity, PPV and NPV (looking at diagnostic tests for the covid-19 pandemic):
Part 1 - PCR tests for Covid-19 (2020):
Let’s say that the prevalence of COVID was 1 in 100,000 people. PCR testing has (roughly) sensitivity of 90% and specificity of 99%.
That means, if you took 1,000,000 people and did a PCR test for COVID:
10 people actually had COVID
9 of those 10 people would test positive (sensitivity 90%) - and that means 1 of those 10 people would test negative
999,990 people did not have COVID
989,990 of those people would correctly test negative (sensitivity 99%)
So that means 10,000 people would incorrectly test positive
From those numbers: 10,009 people tested positive 9/10,009 correctly tested positive - so the PPV is 0.09%
And: 989991 people tested negative 989990/989991 correctly tested negative - so the NPV is 99.99%
Part 2 - PCR tests for Covid-19 (2022):
Now let’s say that 1 in 100 people have COVID. Let’s say we do a PCR test on one million people again.
Now:
10,000 people have COVID, and 9,000 of them test positive (so 1,000 of them test negative)
990,000 people do not have COVID - 980,100 of them test negative (and 9,900 test positive)
PPV = 9000/(9000+9900) = 47.6%
NPV = 99.89%
The test hasn’t changed - but now if you get a positive result, there is a 47.6% chance of it being true.
So for the same test: as the prevalence increases, the PPV increases (0.09% ⇒ 47.6%) and the NPV decreases (99.99% → 99.89%).
Part 3 - RAT tests for Covid-19:
Let’s just accept an overall sensitivity of 60% and specificity of 99%.
We’re going to test a million people again.
10,000 people have COVID 6000 will correctly test positive (sensitivity 60%) That means 4000 incorrectly test negative
990,000 people do not have COVID 980,100 of them will correctly test negative (99% specificity) 9,900 will incorrectly test positive
As the sensitivity decreases, the number of false positives don’t change, but the number of false negatives increases - in this case, from 1000 to 4000.
And (you can take my word for this one!) - as the specificity decreases, the number of false negatives doesn’t change but the number of false positives increases.
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Zedstatistics (youtube channel) - short videos explaining various concepts in statistics from an Australian Statistician
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19 Feb 2023
S6 Ep. 4: One in ten, part 4 (Statistics)
00:17:42
Today, we share our fourth and final discussion in our four part series about statistics with Dr Shannon Morrison.
In this episode, we discuss the following topics:
the research methodology for designing a clinical trial
pilot trials
bias and confounding
ethics committees and the process of ethics approval
Forest plots
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Zedstatistics (youtube channel) - short videos explaining various concepts in statistics from an Australian Statistician
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05 Mar 2023
S6 Ep. 5: Saltwater, part 1 (Hyponatremia)
00:15:54
Today, we're tackling the absolutely mammoth topic of hyponatremia after JAMA recently published a fantastic article about its diagnosis and management.
We start with a review of some relevant physiology before talking about the ways in which hyponatremia can present, and the approach to determining the underlying cause of the hyponatremia.
In this episode, we specifically talk about determining whether the patient has either hypertonic, isotonic or hypotonic hyponatremia, as well as a discussion of the causes of hypertonic and isotonic hyponatremia. From here, we go on to focus on the relevant history and examination when working up a patient with hypotonic hyponatremia in order to further sub classify their hypotonic hyponatremia as being hypovolaemic, euvolaemic or hypervolaemic.
Pathophysiology and aetiology of the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH)
Treatment of hyponatremia: Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH) and reset osmostat
Cerebral salt wasting
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05 Mar 2023
S6 Ep. 6: Saltwater, part 2 (Hyponatremia)
00:29:44
Today, we're tackling the absolutely mammoth topic of hyponatremia after JAMA recently published a fantastic article about its diagnosis and management.
Part 2's episode focuses on determining the cause of a patient's hypotonic hyponatremia. From here we also go on to discuss the pathophysiology of both the Syndrome of Inappropriate ADH secretion (or SIADH) and cerebral salt wasting before discussing the markedly different managements for these two conditions.
Lastly, we talk through the principles of managing hyponatremia.
Pathophysiology and aetiology of the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH)
Treatment of hyponatremia: Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH) and reset osmostat
Cerebral salt wasting
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19 Mar 2023
S6 Ep. 7: Let it be (Anaesthesia for patients at the end-of-life)
00:26:25
Today, we're taking a close look at one of ANZCA's latest professional documents - PG67: Guideline for the care of patients at the end-of-life who are considered for surgery or interventional procedures 2022.
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02 Apr 2023
S6 Ep. 8: Hurt (CRPS)
00:22:20
Today, we take a close look at the Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS).
We discuss the diagnostic criteria, pathophysiology and treatment of this condition, as well as taking a closer look at the role of opioids in the management of pain relating to CRPS.
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16 Apr 2023
S6 Ep. 9: Eye of the tiger, part 1 (Eye surgery anaesthesia)
00:36:48
Today's episode is the first of a 2-part series covering anaesthesia for eye surgery with special guest Dr Lahiru Amaratunge. Over the course of these two episodes, we'll hear Dr Amaratunge discussing a few different case scenarios in both elective and emergency surgery for eyes.
Dr Lahiru Amaratunge also runs a course designed to help prepare trainees for the final anaesthetic vivas. If you're interested, here are the links to these courses:
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16 Apr 2023
S6 Ep. 10: Eye of the tiger, part 2 (Eye surgery anaesthesia)
00:29:01
Today's episode is the second part in our discussion about anaesthesia for eye surgery with special guest, Dr Lahiru Amaratunge. We discuss two emergency eye surgeries and our options for managing these potentially challenging situations.
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30 Apr 2023
S6 Ep. 11: You got a nerve, part 1 (Post obstetric nerve injury)
00:18:19
Today, we discuss post-delivery nerve injury in obstetric patients. In this first of two episodes, our discussion begins with revision of the classification of nerve injury severity, followed by a chat about the different clinical syndromes observed as a result of nerve injury during neuraxial anaesthesia.
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30 Apr 2023
S6 Ep. 12: You got a nerve, part 2 (Post obstetric nerve injury)
00:17:48
Today, we finish our discussion about post obstetric nerve injury with an in-depth discussion about the different intrinsic obstetric nerve palsies that can occur as a result of the mechanisms of labour and delivery. We follow this with a chat about our approach to assessing patients with altered neurology post delivery and in whom a neuraxial anaesthetic has been performed.
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Today's episode is the first of two where we take a close look at a few obstetric case scenarios that deal with major cardiac disease with special guest, Dr Michael Toon.
Our first case explores a pregnancy and delivery in a patient with moderate to severe mitral stenoses. We then chase this with a case scenario revolving around a patient with a peripartum cardiomyopathy. In both cases we take a close look at the pathophysiological changes that occur with the disease process as well as its management for imminent delivery.
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Today's episode is the second and final of our obstetric cardiac disease series where we take a close look at a few case scenarios with special guest, Dr Michael Toon.
Our third case takes a closer look at pulmonary hypertension in pregnancy and how this impacts the delivery and our anaesthetic options. We then end with a case in which a patient with congenital cardiac disease and a fontan circulation requires semi-urgent delivery. In our final two cases we take a close look at the pathophysiological changes that occur with the disease process as well as its management for delivery.
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28 May 2023
S6 Ep. 15: Heart of glass, part 1 (Uncommon cardiac conditions for non-cardiac surgery)
01:27:42
Today, we are joined by special guest Dr Shaun Roberts to discuss in-depth cases of patients with tricky cardiac conditions who require non-cardiac surgery.
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11 Jun 2023
S6 Ep. 16: We are family (Family presence in the OR)
00:20:54
Today, we take a deep dive into the pros and cons of having the families of patients present in operating rooms beyond what is already in practice for paediatric anaesthesia and caesarean sections.
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06 Aug 2023
Season 7 starts August 14th - Replay
00:03:41
Deep Breaths returns next Monday August 14th with a selection of wonderful topics to help boost your exam prep, and to help keep you up to date. This season will be a little different though. We're taking a well-earned break (our first since Deep Breaths started in August 2020) and for season 7 we will be re-releasing seven of our favourite topics previously already released in earlier seasons. We'll be back with brand new episodes in season 8 next year - fully refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready to sink our teeth into many more interesting topics with a host of brand new as well as previously beloved guest interviewees. So watch this space!
A link to Lahiru Amaratunge's Viva Boot Camp (live zoom-based course) via the Anaesthesia Collective can be found here.
A link to Lahiru Amaratunge's Anaesthesia Final Exam Course - an online course able to be accessed anytime (great for those unable to tune in to the Viva Boot Camp) can be found here.
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13 Aug 2023
S7 Ep. 1: Sweet leaf, re-release
00:22:04
Sweet Leaf looks at the ways in which medical marijuana impact the provision of safe and effective anaesthesia. This episode is one of our favourites, and is increasingly relevant to our clinical practice as we see more patients presenting for surgery in whom medical marijuana therapy is prescribed.
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27 Aug 2023
S7 Ep. 2: Bad blood, part 1, re-release
00:13:09
Bad Blood is a two-episode miniseries that takes a closer look at ROTEM. It's a favourite episode of ours and we hope you enjoy listening again too.
References for part 1: ROTEM e-learning modules. Note: this website defaults to German language, but can be changed. Alternatively, Google offers a translation service for the website.
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27 Aug 2023
S7 Ep. 3: Bad blood, part 2, re-release
00:19:48
Bad Blood is a two-episode miniseries that takes a closer look at ROTEM. It's a favourite episode of ours and we hope you enjoy listening again too.
ROTEM e-learning modules. Note: this website defaults to the German language. Google offers a translation service if you do not speak German.
ANZCA 2017 Blue Book. There are several good articles about ROTEM in this issue of the Blue Book.
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24 Sep 2023
S7 Ep. 5: Daysleeper, re-release
00:26:36
Obstructive sleep apnoea is an ongoing challenge for anaesthetists. In this episode - another favourite - we discuss sleep apnoea in the context of anaesthesia with special guest, Dr Hamish Pollock.
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08 Oct 2023
S7 Ep. 6: Take my breath away, part 1, re-release
00:30:25
One lung ventilation can be tricky, but our two part series with special guest Dr Ivan Rapchuk, attempts to break it down and make it easier to both approach and understand. This series is another favourite!
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08 Oct 2023
S7 Ep. 7: Take my breath away, part 2, re-release
00:29:52
Our second and final episode in our two-part series looking at cases involving one-lung ventilation with special guest, Dr Ivan Rapchuk. This series is one of our favourites!
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22 Oct 2023
S7 Ep. 8: Kids, part 1, re-release
00:36:27
Our two-part series on paediatrics in which we discuss previous anaesthetic viva scenarios with special guest, Dr Paul Lee-Archer, is another favourite of ours.
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22 Oct 2023
S7 Ep. 9: Kids, part 2, re-release
00:39:34
The final episode on our two-part series on cases in paediatric anaesthesia with special guest, Dr Paul Lee-Archer. Another of our favourites, we hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
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10 Sep 2023
S7 Ep. 4: Don't wake me up, re-release
00:18:59
In today’s episode, we revisit one of our earliest and most topics - awareness. What it is, how it happens, and most importantly, how to prevent it.
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06 Nov 2023
S7 Ep. 10: It's not over ('till it's over) part 1, re-release
00:25:08
This two part series looks at some common problems we encounter in the post-anaesthetic care unit (PACU). It's another of our favourite topics and well worth the review.
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06 Nov 2023
S7 Ep. 11: It's not over ('till it's over) part 2, re-release
00:28:05
Part 2 of our two-part series looking at common problems encountered in the post-anaesthetic care unit. We hope you enjoy another of our favourite topics.
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18 Feb 2024
S8 Ep. 2: These boots are made for walkin', part 2 (Preoperative functional capacity assessment)
00:13:01
Today we continue our discussion regarding preoperative functional capacity assessment. We'll cover the M-DASI, the 6-minute walk test, and put it all together to figure out how this applies to our practice as anaesthetists.
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28 Jan 2024
S8 preview: Season 8 starts on Monday 5th February - Together again
00:05:25
Deep Breaths returns next Monday February 5th with all new episode topics that we're sure will help with exam prep, and will keep your practice up to date. We'll also be joined by more wonderful guests this season and we can't wait to share their expertise with you all, so be sure to tune in and experience the learning revolution!
Links for Lahiru Amaratunge's ANZCA Part 2 exam programs:
If you'd like more information about any of these programs, you can email Lahiru atvivabootcamp@gmail.com.
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04 Feb 2024
S8 Ep. 1: These boots are made for walkin', part 1 (Preoperative functional capacity assessment)
00:13:35
Today, in part one of our two part series, we're taking a close look at the methods for performing pre-operative functional capacity assessments and their utility in predicting patient outcomes. In part 1, we focus our discussion on METS, activities of daily living (ADLs) and the DASI score.
In part two - which will be released in a fortnight - we'll cover the M-DASI, the 6-minute walk test.
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03 Mar 2024
S8 Ep. 3: Have another drink, part 1 (Perioperative hypotension and AKI)
00:15:42
Today, in part one of our two part series looking at perioperative hypotension and acute kidney injury (AKI), we take a close look at the diagnostic criteria for acute kidney injury. We then briefly revise aspects of renal physiology that make the kidney particularly susceptible to hypoxic injury, as well as looking at risk factors and other facets of anaesthesia that additionally predispose the kidney to perioperative injury.
In part two - which will be released in a fortnight - we will take a closer look at the methods we can adopt as anaesthetists to try to prevent perioperative AKI and the evidence of their effectiveness in preventing this complication.
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17 Mar 2024
S8 Ep. 4: Have another drink, part 2 (Perioperative hypotension and AKI)
00:17:47
Today, in part two of our two part series looking at perioperative hypotension and acute kidney injury (AKI), we take a closer look at the methods we can adopt - as anaesthetists - to try to prevent perioperative AKI and the evidence of their effectiveness in preventing this complication.
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31 Mar 2024
S8 Ep. 5: Always on my mind (Neuroanaesthetic emergencies)
00:32:59
Today, we take a close look at the SNACC guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of neuroanaesthetic emergencies, and take a little time to discuss each of these emergencies in turn.
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14 Apr 2024
S8 Ep. 6: Heart of glass, part 2 (Uncommon cardiac conditions for non-cardiac surgery)
01:08:30
It's taken almost a year, but we're finally giving you part 2 of our series on complex and uncommon cardiac conditions for non-cardiac surgery with special guest, Dr Shaun Roberts. Hold on to your earphones - this episode is a long one! If you haven't listened to part one, you can find it within season 6 - be sure to check it out before you listen to part 2.
Today, we discuss anaesthesia for patient's with ventricular assist devices (or VADs), and we talk about providing anaesthetic care for a patient with a hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (or HOCM).
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29 Apr 2024
S8 Ep. 7: Hungry like the wolf (Perioperative fasting and GLP-1 receptor agonists)
00:24:50
Today, we discuss the rise of GLP-1 receptor agonists - what they are, how they work, and how they affect fasting during the perioperative period.
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12 May 2024
S8 Ep. 8: The long and winding road, part 1 (Anaesthesia for post-heart-transplant patients)
00:20:05
Today, in part 1 of our 2 part series on anaesthesia for previous heart transplant recipients, we discuss the care of these patients for non-cardiac surgery with special guest, Dr Ivan Rapchuk.
We start our discussion with a review of how to assess whether these patients are suitable for elective surgery, and follow this with a deep-dive on the typical immunosuppressant medications that these patients may be taking, as well as their mechanism of action and side effects.
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26 May 2024
S8 Ep. 9: The long and winding road, part 2 (Anaesthesia for post-heart-transplant patients)
00:23:49
Today, in part 2 of our 2 part series on anaesthesia for previous heart transplant recipients, we discuss the care of these patients for non-cardiac surgery with special guest, Dr Ivan Rapchuk.
We begin by covering the electrophysiology of a transplanted heart and what you may see on the ECG, and then proceed to the management of our theoretical patient for general anaesthesia for non-cardiac surgery.
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09 Jun 2024
S8 Ep. 10: True trans soul rebel (Anaesthesia for transgender and gender diverse adults)
00:24:22
Today, we discuss a 2023 BJA Education article titled 'Perioperative care for transgender and gender diverse adults'. We start with a discussion of words and terms that are useful to understand, before diving in to discussions about a trauma-informed care approach to minimise and hopefully eradicate negative preoperative experiences, physical, chemical and surgical options for gender affirmation, and lastly how this can inform the provision of safe anaesthesia for transgender patients.
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28 Jul 2024
S9 Ep. 1: Gimme gimme shock treatment, part 1 (Inotropes and vasopressors)
00:15:06
Today's episode is the first in a series of three that focus on inotropic and vasopressor medications used within anaesthetic practice. During this episode, we discuss metaraminol, ephedrine, phenylephrine, noradrenaline and adrenaline.
There's one section of our episode where we thought it important to clarify what we're saying, as to out ears it sounds a little confusing. During our discussion about adrenaline, we state that both noradrenaline and adrenaline have the same affinity for beta-1 adrenoceptors. We then advise that the reason for the inotropic and chronotropic effects of adrenaline - not seen with noradrenaline - are because adrenaline has much greater affinity for beta-2 adrenaceptors than noradrenaline.
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11 Aug 2024
S9 Ep. 2: Gimme gimme shock treatment, part 2 (Inotropes and vasopressors)
00:14:35
Today's episode - the second in our three episode series focusing on inotropic and vasopressor medications - sees us covering some more medications commonly (or uncommonly, depending on your scope of practice) encountered within anaesthesia. During this episode, we discuss vasopressin, dopamine and dobutamine.
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25 Aug 2024
S9 Ep. 3: Gimme gimme shock treatment, part 3 (Inotropes and vasopressors)
00:17:28
Today's episode is the final in our series on inotropic and vasopressor medications. Today, we're going to tackle some of the more obscure inotropes and vasopressors - these medications typically aren't encountered terribly often within anaesthesia. During this episode, we discuss milrinone, levosimendan, methylene blue and hydroxocobalamin (Vitamin B12).
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03 Nov 2024
S9 Ep. 8: Come Together (Live from the ANZCA ASM)
01:15:59
So get ready for something a little different... this week's episode was recorded live from the ANZCA Annual Scientific Meeting 2024, in our home city of Brisbane, Australia.
We interviewed some fascinating guests, covering topics as diverse as the role of the college moving forward, how we can be more sustainable in anaesthesia, and the future of podcasting; and we had plenty of fun along the way.
Enjoy this interactive and entertaining discussion with Dr Chris Cokis, Professor David Story, Professor Kate Leslie, Dr Andrew Cumpstey, Professor Eugenie Kayak, and Dr Lahiru Amaratunge.
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09 Sep 2024
S9 update - Better Late Than Never - delay to this week's ep
00:00:25
This week we're under the pump with work and life, but we'll be with you soon and it's a cracker of an episode covering an extremely topical subject.
Keep an eye out for our next episode dropping something in the next couple of weeks. As an apology, we'll have a bonus ep coming sometime towards the end of the season!
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22 Sep 2024
S9 Ep. 4: Hungry Like the Wolf - update (GLP-1 receptor agonist guidelines)
00:22:42
In today's episode, we cover the recently released consensus clinical practice recommendation regarding the peri-procedural use of the GLP-1 and GIP receptor antagonists.
Enjoy this topical episode - this is sure to be an evolving area.
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06 Oct 2024
S9 Ep. 5: Bloodstream, part 1 (Anaesthesia for ruptured AAA repair)
00:31:27
Today - in part 1 of our 2 part series - we talk through the case of an 82 year old man with a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm who is scheduled for urgent open repair with special guest, Dr Lahiru Amaratunge.
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20 Oct 2024
S9 Ep. 6: Bloodstream, part 2 (Anaesthesia for ruptured AAA repair)
00:33:50
Today's episode is the second of our two part series on ruptured AAA repairs. We discuss the case of a 72 year old man with a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm that is contained, and who is scheduled for an urgent endovascular repair within the interventional radiology suite with special guest, Dr Lahiru Amaratunge.
Apologies for the audio quality in this episode - even though it sounds like we recorded on a submarine, we can assure you we were sitting in our study the entire time.
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28 Aug 2020
Welcome to Deep Breaths
00:02:27
Welcome to the Deep Breaths podcast! We are a couple of anaesthetists from Brisbane, Australia, who want to help you study for and pass the anaesthetic part 2 exam.
Each episode will focus on one of either exam content, exam technique or advice on how to look after yourself while studying. We aim to discuss content that is high yield and highly topical, and are keen for feedback and advice regarding topics that you as a anaesthetic trainee may find useful.
We look forward to sharing our podcast with you. Happy studying!
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28 Aug 2020
S1 Ep. 1: So you're thinking about sitting the ANZCA Part 2 exam?
00:15:14
Welcome to the Deep Breaths podcast!
Today we discuss some important points to help you decide when to sit the ANZCA part 2 exam, and things to consider when organising yourself before opening that first textbook.
We want you to think about what worked well for you when you studied for and passed the part 1 exam. We also want you to contemplate the time and financial commitments that go hand-in-hand with this exam so that you’re well prepared for every aspect of the exam.
Lastly, we want you to think about how you’ll find colleagues that are planning to sit the exam at the same time as you. Though you may not have needed study buddies for the part 1 exam, we strongly suggest forming a study group to help keep you motivated, and to assist you in covering the breadth and depth of knowledge required of this exam.
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02 Sep 2020
S1 Ep. 2: Interview with an examiner, part 1
00:16:59
Welcome to the Deep Breaths Podcast!
Dr Mark Lai joins us this week on Deep Breaths to share his knowledge, expertise and insight as a recently retired fellowship examiner. Join us to hear what the key differences are between preparing for the primary and the final exam, and how to approach your study.
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06 Sep 2020
S1 Ep. 3: Sugar, how you get so high? (SGLT2 receptor antagonists)
00:11:51
Welcome to the Deep Breaths podcast!
Today we discuss all things relating to SGLT2 receptor antagonists. Specifically, we'll touch on their mechanism of action, the pathophysiology of how they predispose to DKA in the peri-operative setting, how to diagnose euglycaemic or hyperglycaemic DKA, and finally, how these drugs should be managed in patients undergoing elective surgery.
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13 Sep 2020
S1 Ep. 4: Interview with an examiner, part 2
00:15:05
Welcome to the Deep Breaths podcast!
This week, we continue our discussion with Dr Mark Lai in this our second instalment of 'Interview with an examiner'. Join us to hear about some mistakes to avoid, qualities of successful candidates, and clues about some of the key topics to tackle in your exam preparation.
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13 Sep 2020
S1 Ep. 5: Interview with an examiner, part 3
00:14:59
Welcome to the Deep Breaths podcast!
In the third and last instalment of our interview with Dr Mark Lai, he provides us with an insight into how to prepare for subspecialty terms, as well as some other pearls of wisdom and even a humorous anecdote about his own exam-sitting experience.
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20 Sep 2020
S1 Ep. 6: Achy breaky... ribs? part 1 (Regional anaesthesia for rib fracture)
00:21:05
This week we’re joined by Dr Anthony Hade to discuss regional anaesthesia for blunt chest trauma. We talk about the approach to the blunt chest trauma patient, the goals of regional anaesthesia for rib fractures, indications and contraindications for various types of regional anaesthesia, as well as tips and tricks for paravertebral blocks.
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21 Sep 2020
S1 Ep. 7: Achy breaky... ribs? part 2 (Regional anaesthesia for rib fracture)
00:17:57
In the second installment of our chat with Dr Anthony Hade, we continue discussing the ins & outs of regional anaesthesia for rib fractures. We talk about erector spine blocks, the pitfalls of providing chest trauma patients with regional anaesthesia, and Anthony shares with us some of the more memorable cases that he has seen.
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27 Sep 2020
S1 Ep. 8: Don't wake me up (Awareness)
00:18:59
In today’s episode, we discuss the very important topic of awareness - what it is, how it happens, and most importantly, how to prevent it.
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11 Oct 2020
S1 Ep. 9: If I only had a (perfused) brain! (Clot retrieval)
00:21:00
Today we have a very special guest interviewer, Dr Yasmin Whately. She will be joining us from time to time on Deep Breaths to have in-depth chats with consultant anaesthetists about how they approach various procedures in different settings. Today, she discusses all things clot retrieval for acute ischaemic stroke with her guest Dr Wendy Morris.
If you have any questions, comments or suggestions for future episodes, be sure to write to us at deepbreathspod@gmail.com.
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04 Oct 2020
BREAK: Long live the weekend
00:01:01
This week on Deep Breaths, we're taking a break for the long weekend (only in Queensland, sadly!).
Please join us next Monday for a brand new episode, and every Monday until the end of the year.
Stay focused, stay motivated, and we'll see you next week on Deep Breaths.
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18 Oct 2020
S1 Ep. 10: Wannabe startin' somethin' (Critical case induction)
00:29:37
In today's episode, we discuss anaesthetic inductions for five different types of critically unwell patients with special guest Dr Lahiru Amaratunge. Specifically, we talk about the cardiovascular goals for each of these patients, and the drugs that we would choose to ensure that these haemodynamic targets are maintained.
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25 Oct 2020
S1 Ep. 11: The metal (PREVENTT trial and anaemia)
00:15:52
In today's episode, we discuss the diagnosis, implications and management of preoperative anaemia, as well as the newly published PREVENTT trial.
Resources for today's episode are:
The PREVENTT Trial, published in The Lancet - https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(20)31539-7/fulltext
Australian National Blood Authority Patient Blood Guidelines, Perioperative Module - https://www.blood.gov.au/pbm-module-2
Australian National Blood Authority Iron Product Choice & Dose Calculation for Adults - https://www.blood.gov.au/system/files/documents/Iron%20product%20choice%20and%20dose%20calculation20052016.pdf
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01 Nov 2020
S1 Ep. 12: Catch my disease, part 1 (Covid-19 airway management)
00:15:15
Today we discuss the recommendations from a couple of review articles published by the British Medical Journal regarding infection control and its implications in managing the Covid-19 patient's airway.
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08 Nov 2020
S1 Ep. 13: Catch my disease, part 2 (Covid-19 airway management)
00:12:05
Today we continue our discussion about the recommendations from a couple of review articles published by the British Medical Journal regarding infection control and its implications in managing the Covid-19 patient's airway. We specifically talk about non-invasive ventilation, some subspecialty anaesthesia and considerations for working in critical care.
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21 Feb 2021
S2 Ep. 1: Under pressure (Pre-eclampsia)
00:17:21
Today on Deep Breaths we discuss everything pre-eclampsia - what it is, how it’s diagnosed, managed, and how to manage obstetric anaesthetic patients presenting with it.
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15 Nov 2020
S1 Ep. 14: Total eclipse of the heart, part 1 (Cardiopulmonary bypass)
00:15:15
Today, we discuss cardiopulmonary bypass with special guest, Dr Ivan Rapchuk. Specifically, we talk about the components of the bypass circuit and their function in maintaining safe cardiopulmonary bypass for cardiac surgery.
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16 Nov 2020
S1 Ep. 15: Total eclipse of the heart, part 2 (Cardiopulmonary bypass)
00:22:17
Today, we discuss cardiopulmonary bypass with special guest, Dr Ivan Rapchuk. We expand upon the information from part 1 with a few case scenarios. In these, we talk about the sequence of events that occurs when transitioning a patient onto cardiopulmonary bypass, 'crashing' onto bypass, variations to typical cardiac bypass and how to remove a patient from cardiopulmonary bypass.
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16 Nov 2020
BREAK: Season 2 returns February 22 - We'll be coming back
00:01:21
Best wishes to all of our trainees and IMGs sitting the part 2 anaesthetic vivas this week!
Deep Breaths returns next year on Monday February 22nd with more topics that we hope will super-charge your exam prep. And season 2 will see us talk to some brilliant guest interviewees from all over Australia so be sure to tune in.
Feel free to email us at deepbreathspod@gmail.com with any questions, comments or suggestions.
So until next year, happy studying, happy holidays, and thanks for listening!
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07 Mar 2021
S2 Ep. 4: We didn't start the fire, part 1 (Burns anaesthesia)
00:17:30
Today we are joined by special guest interviewee Dr Kar-Soon Lim, for a discussion regarding burns anaesthesia that spans two episodes.
Part one of our discussion addresses how burns are assessed, factors to consider when determining whether intubating a burns patient is appropriate, and IV fluid management in the first 24 hours. We also specifically discuss electrical burns and how they differ from other major burns.
Feel free to email us at deepbreathspod@gmail.com with any questions, comments or suggestions for future episode topics and guest interviewees.
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28 Feb 2021
S2 Ep. 2: Shake it out, part 1 (Anxiety and stress management)
00:17:37
This week, we are joined by special guest Dr Julia Slykerman to discuss stress and anxiety management when studying for the part 2 exam.
Specifically, we discuss how to generate realistic expectations both for yourself whilst studying and for those around you, how to commit to upholding your own self care, and the importance of knowing yourself - how you operate best, study best, and how you plan to restore the energy you expend when studying.
If you or someone you know is struggling with stress and anxiety management, please reach out to your department's supervisor of training for assistance.
Wellbeing apps to assist in maintaining calm and managing anxiety:
Smiling Mind - a mindfulness meditation app for all ages, with a new specific category for health care workers; to assist people in dealing with pressure, stress, sleep and the challenges of daily life.
Headspace - provides guided meditations on managing stress and anxiety, productivity, focus, exercise, physical health and sleep for adults and kids.
Buddhify - provides guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help overcome anxiety, stress, sleeplessness, pain and difficult emotions, in categories such as travelling, at work, waking up, eating and online; adults and kids content.
Woebot - a cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) chatbot who checks in each day with activities and helpful information.
Happify - science based games to reduce stress, build resilience and overcome negative thoughts.
Moodfit - provides tools and information for coping with anxiety, depression and stress.
Sanvello - CBT tools: mindfulness skills, mood and health tracking tools to improve mental and physical health.
MoodMission - By Monash Uni: emotion, physical, behavioural and thought based activities (missions).
TEN (The Essential Network) - Black Dog Institute: for health professionals with COVID specific resources and evidence based tools for self-assessment, information and self-management options, to optimise mental health.
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01 Mar 2021
S2 Ep. 3: Shake it out, part 2 (Anxiety and stress management)
00:17:02
We continue our discussion with special guest Dr Julia Slykerman about anxiety and stress management when juggling study, work and everything life throws at you.
In this episode we further explore knowing yourself and how this relates to optimising your study. We discuss warning signs to look for in both yourself and others that may signify trouble in managing stress and anxiety, and options for seeking help.
If you or someone you know is struggling with stress and anxiety management, please reach out to your department's supervisor of training for assistance.
Wellbeing apps to assist in maintaining calm and managing anxiety:
Smiling Mind - a mindfulness meditation app for all ages, with a new specific category for health care workers; to assist people in dealing with pressure, stress, sleep and the challenges of daily life.
Headspace - provides guided meditations on managing stress and anxiety, productivity, focus, exercise, physical health and sleep for adults and kids.
Buddhify - provides guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help overcome anxiety, stress, sleeplessness, pain and difficult emotions, in categories such as travelling, at work, waking up, eating and online; adults and kids content.
Woebot - a cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) chatbot who checks in each day with activities and helpful information.
Happify - science based games to reduce stress, build resilience and overcome negative thoughts.
Moodfit - provides tools and information for coping with anxiety, depression and stress.
Sanvello - CBT tools: mindfulness skills, mood and health tracking tools to improve mental and physical health.
MoodMission - By Monash Uni: emotion, physical, behavioural and thought based activities (missions).
TEN (The Essential Network) - Black Dog Institute: for health professionals with COVID specific resources and evidence based tools for self-assessment, information and self-management options, to optimise mental health.
Feel free to email us at deepbreathspod@gmail.com if you have any questions, comments or suggestions. We love hearing from you!
And don't forget to claim CPD for listening if you are a consultant or fellow. Log us as a learning session which you can find within the knowledge and skills division, and as evidence upload a screenshot of the podcast episode.
Thanks for listening, and happy studying!
08 Mar 2021
S2 Ep. 5: We didn't start the fire, part 2 (Burns anaesthesia)
00:23:30
Today we are joined by special guest interviewee Dr Kar-Soon Lim, for a discussion regarding burns anaesthesia that spans two episodes.
In this, the second part of our discussion about burns anaesthesia, we talk about in-theatre management of burns in the context of a clinical case. We address the anaesthetic considerations for major burns cases, and the different surgical techniques and how they impact our anaesthetic care.
Feel free to email us at deepbreathspod@gmail.com if you have any questions, comments or suggestions. We love hearing from you!
And don't forget to claim CPD for listening if you are a consultant or fellow. Log us as a learning session which you can find within the knowledge and skills division, and as evidence upload a screenshot of the podcast episode.
Thanks for listening, and happy studying!
14 Feb 2021
Season 2 returns February 22 - Coming back to life
00:01:21
Deep Breaths returns next Monday with more topics that we hope will super-charge your exam prep. And we get to talk to some brilliant guest interviewees from all over Australia so be sure to tune in.
Feel free to email us at deepbreathspod@gmail.com with any questions, comments or suggestions.
Happy studying, and thanks for listening!
Feel free to email us at deepbreathspod@gmail.com if you have any questions, comments or suggestions. We love hearing from you!
And don't forget to claim CPD for listening if you are a consultant or fellow. Log us as a learning session which you can find within the knowledge and skills division, and as evidence upload a screenshot of the podcast episode.
Thanks for listening, and happy studying!
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