Abstract
In this paper we will describe anaesthetic management of solid organ and reconstructive
transplantation (RT) patients. We will focus on similar underlying principles of reperfusion,
ischaemic-reperfusion injury, preconditioning and extracorporeal donor organ preservation.
Special concerns for anaesthetic management of these patients need to focus on pre-assessment,
pre-operative optimisation, vascular access, fluid management, blood and products
replacement, cardiovascular monitoring, use of inotropes and vasoconstrictors, maintaining
electrolyte balance and regional anaesthesia. Despite the complexity and long duration
of transplant procedures, fast-tracking to the surgical ward after transplantation
is becoming more popular and its benefits are well recognised.
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Published online: October 22, 2019
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This paper is part of a Supplement supported by the European Federation of Societies of Microsurgery (EFSM) and the Serbian Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery (SSRM).
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