Korean J Anesthesiol.  1994 Aug;27(8):1009-1013. 10.4097/kjae.1994.27.8.1009.

The Use of the Maplson Type D in Febrile Pediatric Patients

• Lee HS
• Park CK

• KMID: 1934546
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4097/kjae.1994.27.8.1009

Abstract

The Mapleson type D is one of the non-rebreathing systems used in pediatric general anes- thesia. Because it doesnt have soda lime, the fresh gas tlow (FGF) must be adjusted to the patient's size, body temperature and the anesthetic technique to prevent CO2 retention. We have used the FGF of 2-3.5 L/min according to patient's body weight, whether or not the patient has a fever. So, we examined arterial blood gas analysis in 3 pediatric patients with fever. We suggest that if a patient has a fever, it is desirable to inmease FGF to 5 L/min to prevent CO2 accumulation or acidosis.

Keyword

Mapleson type D; Fresh gas flow; Body temperature; PaCO2

MeSH Terms

Acidosis
Blood Gas Analysis
Body Size
Body Temperature
Body Weight
Fever
Humans