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Review
. 1999 Apr;43(2):217-29.

Preanesthetic evaluation

L B Latham  1
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  • PMID: 10331140
Review

Preanesthetic evaluation

L B Latham. Dent Clin North Am. 1999 Apr.

Abstract

A thorough preanesthetic evaluation is the most important function an anesthesiologist can perform to prevent anesthetic morbidity and mortality and ensure a smooth course of anesthetic administration. This evaluation is best accomplished by a thoughtful review of the patient's history, examination of the patient's airway, and anticipation of the effect of anesthesia on the patient.

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