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The emotional impact of a death on the theatre table on the anaesthetist in South Africa
(University of the Free State, 2019-05)Introduction: Perioperative deaths in developing countries are a common occurrence, thus an anaesthetist in South Africa is likely to experience at least one death on the table during his career. It affects the anaesthetist ... -
The use of lung ultrasound to assess the prevalence of lung interstitial syndrome in paediatric cardiac surgery patients and the measurement of postoperative length of hospital stay
(University of the Free State, 2016)Background: In recent years, ultrasound has gained popularity in the assessment of pulmonary pathology, especially in the critical care setting. However, limited data are available for the use of lung ultrasound (LUS) for ... -
The use of lung‐ultrasound to confirm correct placement of left sided double lumen tubes
(University of the Free State, 2016)Study objective: To assess the accuracy of the ultrasonographic lung sliding sign in detecting correct positioning of the endotracheal double‐lumen tube after intubation, compared to flexible bronchoscopy, in adult ... -
Knowledge of relevant medical laws pertaining to informed consent, by doctors working at the Department of Anaesthesiology of the UFS in June 2015
(University of the Free State, 2015)Doctors follow an ethical code imprinted on them from the time of Hippocrates. Practicing medicine within these ethical codes, doctors also have to practice their craft within the legal boundaries of the country and ... -
The prevalence of skin scars on patients previously given intramuscular diclofenac injections, attending Universitas Academic Hospital Pain Clinic: a descriptive study
(University of the Free State, 2016)INTRODUCTION: An incidental finding of scarring after intramuscular Diclofenac was made at the Pain Clinic, Universitas Academic Hospital, Bloemfontein. The primary objective of our study was to document the prevalence of ... -
The resuscitation knowledge and skills of intern doctors working in the Department of Anaesthesiology at the Bloemfontein Academic Hospital Complex
(University of the Free State, 2015)BACKGROUND: Intern doctors are often regarded as first responders to attend to patients in emergency situations. But the fact is that many Intern doctors are not equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to carry ...