Beyond the Beat: A Cardiac Anesthesiologist's Perspective on Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Health in Perioperative Care

Cardiac anesthesiologists play a pivotal role in perioperative risk assessment for patients undergoing cardiac and thoracic surgeries, given the intricate interplay of cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic factors. This necessitates a thorough evaluation of patients' health status, enabling tailored anesthesia regimens and perioperative care plans to mitigate risks and optimize outcomes. Ndumele et al, in their recent article published in Circulation titled “Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Health: A Presidential Advisory from the American Heart Association,” emphasize the high burden of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) health and its impact on various organ systems and cardiovascular health.
Source: Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia - Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Tags: Editorial Source Type: research