Primary viva 37 (Clinical)

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A 68-year-old woman presents for vaginal hysterectomy for prolapse. She has been a heavy smoker, but has now stopped. She has kyphoscoliosis. Her arterial blood gas measurements are as follows: pH 7.41 PaO2 7.8 kPa PaCO2 5.3 kPa Forced expiratory volume in 1 second 0.6 L Forced vital capacity 0.9 L Discuss her anaesthetic management. ArticleDate:20131115 SiteSection: Article

 

   
    
                                            

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