Pro: Cerebral Oximetry Should be a Routine Monitor During Cardiac Surgery

BRAIN INJURY is a common complication during cardiac surgery and is defined by both postoperative neurocognitive decline (PONCD) and frank stroke, with rates as high as 50% and 3%, respectively. Stroke after cardiac surgery is associated with a 10-fold increase in mortality, and the majority of patients who suffer a stroke require extensive rehabilitation after surgery. Postoperative stroke carries significant costs as well. In the landmark investigation by Roach et al, it was estimated, using 1996 dollars, that perioperative stroke after cardiac surgery leads to an increase in total costs of $2-$4 billion annually throughout the world.
Source: Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia - Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Tags: Pro and Con Source Type: research