Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon, Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Center, Pakistan
Research
Pre-operative ' Thirst Assessment and Management in Cancer Patients in Tertiary care Centre in Lahore
Author(s): Fozia Ali*, Asma Ashraf, Muhammad Asad Parvaiz and Basharatullah
Pre- operative, thirst is common and may cause intense patient discomfort. It is a powerful symptom that surpasses all other sensations. The etiology of per-operative thirst is complex and has not been yet completely exposed. Among various pathophysiologic factors, preoperative fasting and intraoperative fluid loss may lead to hyperosmolarity and hypovolemia. Moreover, certain drugs utilized in anesthetic practice (e.g., glycopyrrolate and other anticholinergic agents used for reducing salivary secretion) may promote a thirst sensation, which may be further intensified by prolonged surgical and intubation times. Pre-procedure fasting is used to reduce the risk of vomiting and aspiration pneumonia during sedation and general anesthesia. However, prolonged fluid restriction causes thirst symptoms to develop (e.g., dry mouth, swollen tongue), which can lead to great discomfort. Several f.. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/23.9.1.1-5