Tag Epidural Analgesia
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Alberto Gutierrez

Alberto Gutiérrez (1892–1945), Argentine surgeon who described the epidural “hanging drop” sign (1933) and founded Argentina’s anaesthesia journal.

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Thoracic Epidural Analgesia for Chest Trauma

Rib fractures are associated with significant morbidity, especially in the elderly and especially if multiple fractures are present. Apart from being humane, optimal analgesia may help prevent respiratory deterioration