title: The role of the anaesthetist during the transjugular intrahepatic porto-systemic stent shunt procedure (TIPPS).
abstract: A retrospective review of the clinical experience associated with the transjugular intrahepatic porto-systemic stent shunt procedure revealed that there was a potential for life-threatening critical incidents to occur. Adequate stabilization and facilities for advanced monitoring and resuscitation by skilled personnel are essential.
authors.affiliation: Dept of Anaesthesia, University of Sydney, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, N.S.W.
authors.forename: P C
authors.initials: PC
authors.lastname: Kam
authors.forename: T M
authors.initials: TM
authors.lastname: Tay
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000758:Anesthesia; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007431:Intraoperative Complications; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D019168:Portasystemic Shunt, Transjugular Intrahepatic / Q000009:adverse effects; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D012189:Retrospective Studies