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An effort has been made to show that the anaesthetist is particularly qualified to assist with the assessment and management of respirai ory poliomyelitis, and can contribute materially towards the scientific treatment of this disease. Time has not permitted a detailed discussion of the many facets of this interesting subject, but some of the physiological problems have been outlined and some practical suggestions given. An active poliomyelitis ward is recommended as a first-class laboratory for the study of respiratory physiology and electrolyte balance.
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Les difficultés respiratoires dans les cas de poliomyélite proviennent de troubles multiples: dyspnée, dérangement du rythme respiratoire, hypersécrétion bronchiale et anomalies vasomotrices locales avec œdème. Tout ceci contribue à former des cas variés d’asphyxie. On a comparé le malade atteint de poliomyélite dans les premiers degrés et celui dont l’état exige un poumon d’acier, au patient sur la table d’opération sous l’influence d’un anesthésique et nécessitant une observation incessante et des soins adroits. L’anesthésiste est particulièrement indiqué pour fournir les soins spéciaux réclamés par les problèmes respiratoires de ces malades.
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Nix, N. The anaesthetists role in the care of respiratory poliomyelitis. Canad. Anaesth. Soc. J. 1, 32–36 (1954). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03007568
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