title: Aspiration pneumonitis and the anaesthesiologist.
abstract: Aspiration pneumonitis remains an important cause of morbidity and mortality in any anaesthetic practice. The pathophysiology, pre-operative prophylaxis and treatment of this syndrome are briefly discussed.
mesh_terms: D000758:Anesthesia; D000773:Anesthesia, Obstetrical; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011015:Pneumonia, Aspiration / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000628:therapy; D011229:Preanesthetic Medication; D011247:Pregnancy; D013514:Surgical Procedures, Operative